2024
Grace, Port Orange, Awarded Grant to Restore Historic Chapel
December 3, 2024
By: Nina Keck Catagory:
Grace, Port Orange, Awarded Grant to Restore Historic Chapel
Grace, Port Orange, has received an $89,000 matching grant from the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, to restore its historic chapel. Tinny Ryder wrote the grant, with contributions from Bobbi and John Palmer, Kimberly Mansfield, Hal Read, Lynda Moore, Glenda Coursen and all of the church’s parishioners. “I am thankful for Tinny,”…
2024
Holcomb Ordains 5 Deacons in 3 November Services
November 21, 2024
By: Marti Pieper Catagory:
Holcomb Ordains 5 Deacons in 3 November Services
The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, ordained five deacons in three separate services in November, with one priest to be ordained Nov. 24 (watch for that story in our December issue). The new deacons are the Revs. Colleen Rothrock, Dan King, Wesny Dubic, Stephen Feibelman and…
2024
Film Talkback Event Sparks Discussion, Contemplation
November 20, 2024
By: The Rev. Andrew Lazo Catagory:
Film Talkback Event Sparks Discussion, Contemplation
An early autumn evening set the scene for a remarkable event in the Diocese of Central Florida, as nearly 200 people gathered on Oct. 16 to watch and discuss a film dramatically portraying a vibrant contrast between theism and atheism. Several churches in the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, including All Saints, Winter Park; the…
2024
In Memoriam: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Dabney T. Smith
November 15, 2024
By: CFE Staff Catagory:
In Memoriam: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Dabney T. Smith
During the Requiem Eucharist for the Rt. Rev. Dr. Dabney T. Smith on Nov. 11 at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Orlando, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, pointed out that everyone in attendance, regardless of position or responsibility, was there for the same reason:…
2024
An Open Letter to Survivors of Abuse
November 13, 2024
By: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb and Lindsey Holcomb Catagory:
An Open Letter to Survivors of Abuse
Dear Survivors of Abuse, News of abuse can stir up echoes of past wounds, drawing painful memories to the forefront for survivors. We understand that this painful remembering can bring feelings of powerlessness and a sense of being overwhelmed. With this in mind, we write to offer care and comfort, reminding you of the love…
2024
Diocese Responds in Love to Victims of 2 Devastating Hurricanes
November 4, 2024
By: Rebecca Taylor Catagory:
Diocese Responds in Love to Victims of 2 Devastating Hurricanes
Hurricane Helene unleashed unexpected devastation across the Southeast on Sept. 26, carving a path of destruction over 500 miles and striking inland communities unaccustomed to the impacts of tropical storms. Hurricane Milton followed on Oct. 9, just two weeks later. In response to both storms, the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida exemplified God’s call to…
2024
Deanery Events Help Equip Clergy and Laity for Gospel Ministry
October 28, 2024
By: Rebecca Taylor Catagory:
Deanery Events Help Equip Clergy and Laity for Gospel Ministry
This fall, two deaneries hosted events designed to equip clergy and laity for mission and ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida. Organized by their respective deans, the Very Rev. Deke Miller of the Southwest Deanery, vicar of Holy Cross, Winter Haven; and the Rev. Dr. Porter Taylor, former dean of the Southeast Deanery…
2024
Our Unfathomable Blessings in Christ
October 25, 2024
By: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb Catagory:
Our Unfathomable Blessings in Christ
In the original Greek, Ephesians 1:3-14 is one long and elegant sentence that gathers momentum until it reaches a crescendo. The writer, the apostle Paul, is exuberant that the triune God initiated and accomplished our redemption and reconciliation for “the praise of his glory” (v. 14). In this passage, there are at least 30 references…
2024
New Priest Ordained at Incarnation, Oviedo
October 21, 2024
By: Nina Keck Catagory:
New Priest Ordained at Incarnation, Oviedo
The Rev. Darin Metz was ordained into the Sacred Order of the Priesthood on Sept. 22 in a service held at Church of the Incarnation, Oviedo. The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb presided, and the Rev. Dr. Rob Lord, retired associate priest, Emmanuel, Orlando, preached. Metz was one of seven in the Episcopal Diocese of…
2024
Bishop Holcomb Takes Key Role in Anglican Communion Safe Church Conference
October 17, 2024
By: Marti Pieper Catagory:
Bishop Holcomb Takes Key Role in Anglican Communion Safe Church Conference
Why would an always-busy bishop from the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida travel all the way to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, for more than a week? For the Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, the answer revolves around just two essentials: promises and people. Both drove his participation and leadership in the recent Anglican Safe Church and…