For People Welcomes The Rev. Laura Masterson
In this episode, Melissa and Laura have a conversation about diversity in our world, where kids hit the mark that adults might miss, and how we move towards embracing God’s diversity in the world.
For Faith & For People Welcomes Special Contributors
The month of July, there will be four special contributors writing Bishop Wright’s weekly devotional and appearing on For People. The four selected include two clergy in the diocese and two laypersons.
Ordination of Eleven New Priests Reflects Growth in the Diocese of Atlanta
The nave of The Cathedral of St. Philip was nearly full on a recent Saturday as 11 priests took their ordination vows, the largest ordination of priests in The Diocese of Atlanta in the past decade.
Christ Church Norcross and Other Churches Attend Gwinnett Pride to Proclaim God’s Love for All
Members of Christ Church in Norcross offered a welcoming presence on June 1st at the 2nd annual Gwinnett Pride event. Christ Church vestry member Wes Quesenberry, who coordinated the pride event for the church, described his 55-year-old parish as open and affirming.
Second $100,000 Grant Awarded The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta to Expand LeadersCARE
The Diocese of Atlanta has received a second $100,000 grant from New York’s Trinity Wall Street Episcopal Church to expand its innovative LeadersCARE program for lay leaders in small churches.
Celebrating Juneteenth Through the Diocese and Beyond
On the Sunday afternoon before Juneteenth, the nave of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church was filled with joyful sound. The musical celebration of freedom included the parish choir, solos, spoken word, piano, drum, saxophone, and of course the parish’s beloved Rosales organ.
Parishes Get Tips on Becoming Essential Members of Their Communities
Hosted by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Atlanta and presented by The Diocese of Atlanta’s Ministry Innovations Task Force, a recent workshop included both concepts and practical examples.
Grow2B Community Garden Raising Funds to Fight Food Insecurity
Grow2B, founded by members of St. Mary and Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church, shares its bounty with families in need while its volunteers advocate for the hungry, implement regenerative agricultural practices that care for the land, and educate about how to better serve their neighbor and self.
Dr. Catherine Meeks: A Lifetime of Working for Racial Healing
Founding Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing Dr. Catherine Meeks keeps a busy travel schedule educating audiences worldwide on the best practices for healing racial divides. Now Dr. Meeks is racking up more travel miles receiving honorary degrees, awards, and recognitions for her decades of work.
For People Welcomes Rosita Stevens-Holsey
In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with Rosita Stevens-Holsey, the niece of Pauli Murray. They discuss Murray’s life, ministry, and the monumental contributions Murray made in advancing policy to bring justice to marginalized people. Listen in for the full conversation.