The Central Florida Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians recently recognized the outstanding service of The Rev. Canon Nelson W. Pinder. A May 15 virtual name dedication ceremony was held announcing the chapter’s renaming as The Canon Nelson Pinder UBE Chapter of Central Florida in Pinder’s honor. The webcast included testimonials and tributes by…
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A military term coined during the 17th century, “front line” referred to the closest proximity to enemy engagement. While it seems strange at first glance to use military lingo during seasons of crisis among civilians, the term captures two essential elements of war: an enemy and a hero. For over a year, a new kind of battle has…
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For many in Volusia County, Thursdays are days of joyful anticipation. That’s when they know “Mr. Lou” or “Mr. Hallelujah” will appear at the door with fresh fruits and vegetables! This deliverer is Louis Carter, an enthusiastic friend of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church’s Faith at Work (FAW) Center, who extends the ministry’s helping arms beyond…
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For the first time in over a year, members of the Central Florida Episcopal Schools Association (CFESA) met in person. On April 29, the CFESA held its annual meeting at Canterbury Retreat and Conference Center. The Rev. Russell Wohlever, president of the CFESA and associate rector at All Saints, Winter Park, organized the event. “It…
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In the garden, Jesus prayed “that they may all be one” (John 17:21a). Since that time, the Christian world has experienced many moments of division and unity. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, churches and leaders from diverse backgrounds are fulfilling Christ’s call to unity while offering the gift of life beyond the virus….
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“Every person in the pews on a Sunday morning is a theologian, whether they realize it or not,” said The Rev. Porter Taylor, rector, St. David’s by-the-Sea, Cocoa Beach. With this philosophy in mind, the church has launched The St. David’s Institute (SDI) to provide accessible theological training for members of St. David’s and beyond….
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On Sunday, April 25, 2021, The Rt. Rev. Gregory Brewer ordained The Rev. Ángel Jesus López to the priesthood at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Kissimmee. The entire service can be viewed on YouTube. Join in the celebration! Just click the play button above.
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When The Rev. Dr. Robin Reed receives her anticipated ordination to the priesthood and installation as rector of St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Episcopal Church, Lake Placid, in August 2021, she will end one journey and begin another. But for this Navy veteran, wife, mother, clinical psychologist, soon-to-be-seminary graduate and more, this new journey marks…
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The Very Rev. Stuart Shelby, rector; additional clergy; staff and prayer ministers of All Saints Episcopal Church in Winter Park joyfully announce the reopening of the Glennon House as a vital part of the church’s ongoing healing ministry. In 1992, The Rev. Dave Wilson, former rector of All Saints, and Don Jaeger established the church’s…
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When Hurricane Maria first hit the island of Puerto Rico in September 2017, no one knew its impact would continue even today. When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit the U.S. in February of 2020, no one knew its impact would last not a few weeks or a few months but well into 2021. Only the…
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