As the COVID-19 pandemic forced churches around the world to cease in-person services, many congregations increased their digital footprint. All Saints’ in Lakeland not only launched services online but continues to develop a variety of multimedia programs for all ages. Tony Comegys, director of communications, brought his background in radio and television to the church…
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The Diocese of Central Florida held its annual Clergy Conference, featuring guest speaker Dr. Diane Langberg addressing the topic of “Redeeming Power,” on Oct. 18-20. As with last year’s event, the conference, mandatory for all parochial priests, was hybrid (virtual via Hopin and live at Canterbury Retreat and Conference Center in Oviedo) to accommodate social…
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The Rev. Cynthia Brust, rector of Christ Church, Suntree-Viera, is helping highlight Episcopal church tradition with a study aimed at new and longtime church members. “A Taste of Anglicanism,” which has spread to additional churches, offers an overview of the church in a fresh, fun way. “I think many people don’t fully appreciate the richness…
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Editor’s Note: The following is an edited excerpt from The Rev. Canon Dr. Justin S. Holcomb’s new book, God With Us: 365 Devotions on the Person and Work of Christ (Baker Books, 2021). The study of Christ (Christology) expands upon a simple yet elegant line from George Herbert that captures two essential features of the…
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“There’s a fair bit of grief out there.” These words from The Rev. Matthew Perreault, newly appointed rector at St. Thomas, Eustis, identify the need that prompted the planning of an All Souls service co-hosted by three Lake County parishes. The service, scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 6 p.m. at St. Thomas, is the…
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“The Church’s One Foundation” rang through the sanctuary of the Cathedral of St. Luke, Orlando, as the ordination service for four female deacons began on Saturday, Oct. 9, at 11:00 a.m. The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer, bishop of the Diocese of Central Florida, assisted by The Very Rev. Kristi Alday, archdeacon, presided over the…
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Christ Church, Fort Meade, celebrated its 135th anniversary on Sept. 26 with a traditional Morning Prayer service led by Junior Warden Russell Hancock. During the service, he read an abbreviated history of the church. On Sept. 26, 1886, a missionary priest of the Episcopal Diocese of Florida led a small group of Christians of the…
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The Order of the Daughters of the King is an order for girls and women who are communicants in the Anglican, Episcopal, Lutheran (ELCA) and Roman Catholic churches. DOK are to offer at all times loyal aid to our clergy, parish, diocese and beyond to spread Christ’s kingdom. We adhere to the Episcopal oversight, and…
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On Oct. 26-28, 2021, Canterbury Retreat & Conference Center in Oviedo will host the inaugural U.S. and Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce Business Expo. Per the chamber website, the event will further the chamber’s mission “to build Kingdom, business, and community through workshops and seminars with a faith-based speaker lineup and exhibit hall,” and…
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St. Augustine of Canterbury, Vero Beach, has called The Rev. John Wesley “Wes” Shields as its new rector, welcoming him and his family in a reception held Sunday, Aug. 15. “I think I was called here to love these people and share the gifts God has given me,” Shields said. “The venue and the scale…
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