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Expanded Coalition Launched to Reform Georgia’s Death Penalty
During a press conference on the steps of the Georgia Capital, Cathy Harmon-Christian, Executive Director of Georgians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty, said the expanded coalition's goals over the next 12 months are to better educate Georgians about problems with Georgia’s death penalty law and work for legislative reform.
Hispanic Heritage Month
It is a month full of opportunity to highlight those unique experiences that we as Hispanics/Latino Americans have experienced, an opportunity to recognize our history, our path and our achievements. Through these celebrations, we can help inspire the next generations to extend the heritage that makes us unique.
Episcopal Bishop Challenges Christian Nationalism
Bishop Robert Wright recently addressed the corrosive issue of Christian Nationalism, saying that Christian Nationalism can be overcome by hewing to the Biblical foundation of Christian witnessing found in the Book of Acts 1:8.
Clergy: Share Watch Party Details for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2. This significant event marks a pivotal moment in our church’s leadership and mission, and we invite everyone to come...
Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Priesthood: The Rev. Edith Woodling
The Rev. Edith Woodling was ordained as a Deacon in The Diocese of Atlanta in 1995. She served five parishes, starting at St. Anne's, mentored by Eloise Lester.
Camp Mikell Offers Refuge for Those Affected by Hurricane Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Camp Mikell, an Episcopal camp and conference center near Toccoa, Georgia, has opened its doors to offer refuge for those in need of temporary housing while awaiting the restoration of utility services.
For People: Exposing Christian Nationalism with Sister Eilis McCulloh
Discover how her grandmother’s lessons on love and relationships influenced her path and how the Sisters of the Humility of Mary inspired her to embody Catholicism through social justice.
Appleton Episcopal Ministries Expands Staff
Appleton Episcopal Ministries has hired Corley Peth as Program Director. Beginning in 2021, Peth worked as a senior staff member with the Appleton Free To Read Summer Literacy Program for three years, first as a teacher and then as Curriculum Director.
For People: Exposing Christian Nationalism with State Representative James Talarico
Rep. Talarico also shares his unique perspective as a former teacher, touching on his battle against bills that mandate the Ten Commandments in public schools and replace trained counselors with religious chaplains. Listen in for the full conversation.
Bearing Witness to God’s Transformation
Some 130 deacons and priests gathered at Rock Eagle in Eatonton from September 9-11 with Bishop Rob Wright seeking to understand the importance of bearing witness and its connection to creating both thriving and spirited Christian communities.
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This Thanksgiving Season, Help Hungry Families by Supporting These Atlanta Food Banks
As you plan your Thanksgiving gathering, consider helping others in your community by supporting these Atlanta organizations, either through direct food donations, financial contributions, or volunteering.
Healing the Wounds of the Vietnam War
Two perspectives on the 20th-century conflict look back, five decades after the fighting stopped, to discuss what was lost and what is remembered today.
Atlanta Pride Parade Brings Thousands to Midtown, with Cheers and Tears
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church rang its bells for the passing raucous parade, as it has done ever since the event launched more than 50 years ago, parishioner Annabeth Balance said. She said she recalled watching the first parade with about 10 “scared” marchers.
Catherine Meeks Headlines Minnesota Racial Justice and Healing Commission’s Events
The Episcopal Church in Minnesota’s racial justice and healing commission is hosting a series of anti-racism education events Sept. 28–Oct. 1 at St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in St. Paul. The events will present a “unique approach to the lifelong work of racial justice and healing.”
Marietta Episcopal Church Joins Theres Hope for the Hungry to Tackle Food Insecurity
In a bid to combat food insecurity in the Marietta community, the Episcopal Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul is collaborating with There’s Hope For The Hungry. They plan to provide free food to those in need.
As Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Grows, So Does Interest from a New Group: Chaplains
Research on the therapeutic use of psychedelics is underway at several universities, and data continues to accumulate on how they may help with conditions from PTSD to depression. And there’s increasing interest in that work from a group of professionals who already guide people through life’s deep and difficult times: chaplains.
How a 34-acre Garden in South Hall is Helping Families Fight Food Insecurity
Grow2B, a 34-acre nonprofit garden that opened in 2022, is located on the grounds of St. Mary and St. Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church in South Hall, though there is no religious tie to its overall mission. The food is for anyone and everyone who needs it, says the...
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Welcomes Interim Rector
The Rev. Canon C. John Thompson-Quartey recently began serving as Interim Rector at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing Counters Surge in Book Bans with Library Project, New Book Club
To counter the growing effort to ban books and censor what students can learn about race, gender and sexual identity, The Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing is offering ways to support books and authors affected by these efforts and to offer a space for Episcopalians to engage in learning and discussion.
Painting History: Church Unveils Civil Rights Mural
The pages of history leap onto the vibrant canvas of Christ the King Episcopal Church and Mack Park as the community paid homage to the trailblazers of civil rights with a mural, dedicated to commemorating influential figures in civil rights, LGBTQ rights, and justice advocacy.
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Robbery
Exploitation and manipulation of any person is an offense to God. But, according to Scripture, the exploitation and manipulation of the poor particularly displeases God.
Honor
Here’s to the men and women who: work long hours, serve and protect, go the extra mile, dig the ditches, stay on their feet all day, build, heal, teach, plant and harvest.
Difficult
God is political but not partisan! That’s important for followers of Jesus to remember as we make our way to November.
Bishop Wright’s Podcast
For People, is a conversation in which Bishop Rob Wright meets listeners at the crossroads of faith and life to explore the challenges of an ever-changing world. Listen in to find out how he expands on For Faith, drawing inspiration from the life of Jesus to answer 21st-century questions.
The Latest Episode…
For People: Exposing Christian Nationalism with The Rev. Pamela Cooper White
Bishop Wright and Dr. Cooper-White explore this question and dissect the rise of Christian Nationalism in America. Dr. Cooper White sheds light on how this movement attempts to reshape the U.S. into a fictional Christian nation. Listen in for the full conversation.