On behalf of Bishop Brewer, we are delighted to announce that St. Anne’s, Crystal River has called the Reverend Richard Chandler to be their rector.  Fr. Rich is currently serving Zion Episcopal Church in Hudson Falls, NY.  He is a native of that area and was ordained in the Diocese of Albany. He and his…

On behalf of Bishop Brewer, we report with great sadness the death of Mrs. Sherry Recla on Sunday, May 1. Sherry was the wife of the Rev. Larry Recla, priest-in-charge at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Bushnell. Larry and Sherry were married for 30 years. “Grant her, O Lord, eternal rest, and may light…

PREVIEW PHOTO: John Motis On April 16, Laura Lee and Bishop Brewer invited the deacons to their home for their annual deacon luncheon. As usual, the event was wonderful. Bishop Brewer wore his grilling apron, and he and Laura Lee put on a delicious spread. “I have been an ordained deacon for 30 years and have…

On Monday, May 9, Evelyn and I (Daniel Smith) attended one of Bishop Brewer’s regular dinners for clergy and spouses. For us, the good food was a bonus. Of greater importance were the connections and reconnections that took place during the evening. As a priest coming back to the Central Florida Diocese after 27 years…

Holy Faith Episcopal Church in Dunnellon, Florida has a Sneaker Tree, which looks like a Christmas tree, erected in its narthex.  The tree is decorated with sneaker tags, each labeled with a boy or girl’s name as well as their age and shoe size. The sneakers will be given to children who attend one of…

Community Volunteer Work The parish will host two luncheons for the Lake Wales Care Center Stay-at-Home work camps again this summer. Through these camps, high school and college students volunteer for projects such as roofing, building handicapped ramps, and house painting for area residents in need. Relationship with Honduras A mission team from Good Shepherd…

In January, St. John the Baptist in Orlando kicked off their 120 year celebration. The have hosted events from a wonderful choirfest to celebratory luncheons, a family festival, special worship services and soon to hold taste of the islands and a service honoring their patron saint.   To watch and enjoy the history of St….

One of the most powerful leaders of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop Josiah Idowu-Fearon, will make a rare visit to Central Florida, May 20-22, and will address a wide range of topics, including human sexuality, discipleship, and inter-church cooperation. Archbishop Fearon, the General Secretary of the Anglican Communion, will speak with Episcopal Church leadership of Central…

Saturday, May 21, St. John’s will be holding a Family Festival. The event will take place from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The festival includes fun, games, food and drink for kids. We will also provide free vision, dental and audio screenings. Informational sessions on mental health and printed information on health insurance will be available. Fun…