2025
From Pentecost Forward: Gospel, Church, Mission
June 4, 2025
By: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb Catagory:
From Pentecost Forward: Gospel, Church, Mission
After his resurrection, the first item in Jesus’ mind is that the apostles wait for the power of the Holy Spirit. The receiving of this promised power (Luke 24:49), which we now commemorate and celebrate at Pentecost, enables not only the apostles but also all those who belong to Christ to become his witnesses. Let’s…
2025
Diocesan UBE Chapter Hosts Inaugural Feast Day of Thurgood Marshall Luncheon
May 27, 2025
By: Roger Johnson, Esq. Catagory:
Diocesan UBE Chapter Hosts Inaugural Feast Day of Thurgood Marshall Luncheon
On May 17, over 75 attendees gathered in fellowship and reverence at Church of the Messiah, Winter Garden, to commemorate the Feast Day of Justice Thurgood Marshall. The event, themed “Justice, Faith, and Legacy,” marked a significant moment in the life of the Diocese of Central Florida, recognizing Marshall and his legacy as not only…
2025
Diocesan Safe Church Training Continues With April 29 Event on Emotional, Spiritual Abuse
May 22, 2025
By: Marti Pieper Catagory:
Diocesan Safe Church Training Continues With April 29 Event on Emotional, Spiritual Abuse
The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida continued its safe church journey on April 29 at St. Michael’s, Orlando, with the presentation of “Leading Safe Churches: Understanding Emotional and Spiritual Abuse” by the Rev. Mike Sloan, director of safeguarding for GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment). The three-session interactive training, attended by nearly…
2025
How Are We to Be ‘More Than Conquerors’?
May 21, 2025
By: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb Catagory:
How Are We to Be ‘More Than Conquerors’?
Because of Jesus’ resurrection, all threats against those who place their faith in him are tamed. Last month, we discussed what Jesus’ resurrection has to do with us, and we continue that theme today. He conquered death, so death and evil are not the end of the story, and we can have hope. To the…
2025
Teacher’s Concerns for Students’ Spiritual Needs Leads to 5 Cathedral Baptisms
May 15, 2025
By: Nina Keck Catagory:
Teacher’s Concerns for Students’ Spiritual Needs Leads to 5 Cathedral Baptisms
Left Photo: Canon Patricia Orlando gives the newly baptized students their first Communion. – Photo courtesy of Canon Patricia Orlando | Right Photo: The Rev. Garrett Puccetti (L), Mrs. Dena Hoy (C) and the Rev. Canon Patricia Orlando (R) with the newly baptized students – Photo courtesy of Canon Patricia Orlando Mrs. Dena Hoy has…
2025
Palm Bay Rector Now Canon to Trinity Cathedral, Episcopal Church of Liberia
May 13, 2025
By: Nina Keck Catagory:
Palm Bay Rector Now Canon to Trinity Cathedral, Episcopal Church of Liberia
During the March 30 visitation of the Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb to Church of Our Savior, Palm Bay, the bishop read aloud a letter from the Rt. Rev. Dr. James B. Sellee of the Episcopal Church of Liberia attesting to the March 9 installation of the Rev. Canon Dr. Dee Wellington Bright Sr.…
2025
Despite Changes, Challenges, Diocesan Transition Officers Continue Kingdom Work
May 5, 2025
By: Marti Pieper Catagory:
Despite Changes, Challenges, Diocesan Transition Officers Continue Kingdom Work
Both the Rev. Canon Dr. Dan Smith, canon to the ordinary, and the Rev. Canon Ellis Brust, canon for clergy in transition and rector of St. Andrew’s, Fort Pierce, bring years of experience to their roles as officers of transition ministry for the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida. The recent National Transition Officers Meeting for…
2025
Clergy Day Brings Profound Teaching on Wholeness to Diocesan Leaders
April 24, 2025
By: Marti Pieper Catagory:
Clergy Day Brings Profound Teaching on Wholeness to Diocesan Leaders
Nearly 70 clergy members from the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida gathered at Church of the Resurrection, Longwood, on Tuesday, April 1, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. for Clergy Day, a time of discipleship and collegiality for diocesan clergy. Speaker for the day was the Rev. Dr. R. Michael Allen, who serves as John Dyer…
2025
Former Bishop of Cuba Appointed to Assist in Central Florida, Begins With Healing Service
April 22, 2025
By: Roxana de la Riva Catagory:
Former Bishop of Cuba Appointed to Assist in Central Florida, Begins With Healing Service
Haga clic aquí para leer este artículo en español. The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, has recently appointed the Rt. Rev. María Griselda Delgado del Carpio, retired bishop of Cuba, as assisting bishop for Latino Ministries. The first woman to serve as a diocesan bishop in…
2025
Obispa Retirada de Cuba Nombrada para Asistir en Florida Central, Comienza con Servicio de Sanación
April 22, 2025
By: Roxana de la Riva Catagory:
Obispa Retirada de Cuba Nombrada para Asistir en Florida Central, Comienza con Servicio de Sanación
Click here to read this article in English. El Excmo. y Rvdmo. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, obispo de la Diócesis Episcopal de Florida Central, ha nombrado recientemente a la Excma. y Rvdma. María Griselda Delgado del Carpio, obispa retirada de Cuba, como obispa asistente para los Ministerios Latinos. Este nombramiento resalta su trayectoria ya que…