When a couple from the Florida Keys escaped the wrath of Hurricane Irma in early September, little did they know that their evacuation would lead to a heartfelt outreach for the church they loved. Dan and Jane Ferguson, who are parishioners at St. James the Fisherman in Islamorada, fled to Vero Beach when Irma roared…
[ Read More]It will be a blue December for members of Corpus Christi Episcopal Church, and they wouldn’t have it any other way. Inspired by a retired priest’s visit to a church in Michigan, Corpus Christi in Okahumpka will be changing its Advent liturgical colors from purple to blue in honor of the church’s 10th anniversary. The…
[ Read More]Youth camps were a hot item this past summer at Camp Wingmann, and leaders are hoping for more cool things in January when the 2018 Winter Camp is held. With the recent cancelation of “Pura Vida,” a thematic camp for high school kids, Camp Wingmann is now bracing for a huge turnout for its 2018…
[ Read More]Folks interested in checking out some neat handmade items, plants, and sweet baked goods – all for a good cause – can visit St. Thomas Episcopal in Eustis this weekend for its Fall Craft Faire. The Fall Craft Faire, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov….
[ Read More]The Diocese of Central Florida on Monday issued a reminder that a youth leader meeting with lunch will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the diocese office, 1017 E. Robinson St., Orlando. Individuals interested in attending are asked to contact Beverly Jennings at the diocese office at bjennings@cfdiocese.org or 407-206-4424….
[ Read More]In the wake of the passing of Christine “Chris” Folwell, the wife of former Diocese of Central Florida bishop William Folwell, the family announced Monday, Nov. 6, how people can send gifts or notes of condolence. In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Chris Folwell may be directed to the following: Children & Family…
[ Read More]The wife of a former Diocese of Central Florida bishop died on Wednesday, Nov. 2, according to an announcement from current bishop Greg Brewer and the diocese. Christine “Chris” Folwell, who was the beloved wife of Bishop William Folwell, passed away in Hendersonville, N.C., surrounded by her family. William Folwell served as bishop for Central…
[ Read More]Youths can learn all about “Pura Vida” in November when Camp Wingmann holds a unique retreat for high schoolers. More than six months after “Happening” had to be canceled because of low registration numbers, Camp Wingmann leaders are excited about “Pura Vida,” a completely retooled event for high school kids (grades nine through 12) that…
[ Read More]Unmasking her beliefs on certain topics helped Pheona Novas become stronger in her convictions and move closer to the Lord, something so powerful that she took time to write about it. An active member of the youth group at St. James Episcopal Church in Ormond Beach, Pheona attended the latest “New Beginnings” youth spiritual retreat…
[ Read More]Bishop Greg Brewer will preach during the upcoming installation service of Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy president Dr. Kathy Cobb, according to the Diocese of Central Florida. Cobb will be installed at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15, at the Scott Center, Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy Upper School campus, 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, Melbourne, FL, 32940. A…
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