Beloved | Julie’ Story
Julie’s story is one of walking alongside families disproportionately impacted by the systemic problems of our society.
Appleton Episcopal Ministries Receives Preservation Grant
Appleton Episcopal Ministries has been awarded a $50,000 planning grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
A Look Back at 2023
2023 was a year of challenges. But the year also brought out the best in the people of The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Here is a sampling of stories from the Diocese.
New Life
The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta is experiencing new life through new ministries, confirmations, and ordination.
‘New’ Tradition Spreads Throughout Diocese
Christ Church in Norcross also celebrated Our Lady of Guadalupe with a bilingual service with Mariachis. Rev. Guerra, who pastors the Hispanic congregations at St. Bede’s and Christ Church, said Our Lady of Guadalupe is a symbol of religion and national pride to the people of Mexico.
Documentary on History of Racial Healing in the Diocese of Atlanta Premieres
A video tracing the evolution of race relations in the Diocese of Atlanta premiered December 5 at The Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing. The 40-minute documentary spans 60 years in which the diocese evolved from keeper of the status quo to champion for inclusion.
The 117th Annual Council Recap
Three years after the COVID-19 outbreak disrupted everyone’s life the people of The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta have emerged stronger, more adaptive, and more able to confront epic changes brought by the pandemic.
DIGNITY Sewing Centre Launched at 117th Diocesan Council
An economic opportunity partnership between the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta and the Anglican Diocese of Cape Coast Ghana was announced at this year’s Annual Council.
Day of the Dead: A Mexican Tradition That Transcends Time
The Day of the Dead in the indigenous vision implies the transitory return of the souls of the deceased, who return home, to the world of the living, to live with their relatives and to be nourished by the essence of the food offered to them on the altars placed in their honor.
Hall County Parish Holds Final Service
For the more than one hundred who gathered October 22 for the last service at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church it was a time for shared tears, laughter, warm embraces, and stories about the 25-year-old parish.