On Sept. 4, 2021, the Anglican Diocese of Belize expressed its gratitude via resolutions to The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer and the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida along with The Rev. John Clark, Mrs. Jacki Bailey-Clark and No One Hungry Inc. The resolution to Brewer and the diocese included thanks for the diocese’s ministry…
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The Very Rev. Roy Allison, dean of the Northeast Deanery, has announced that two Volusia nonprofits will each receive $5,000, half from the Lilly Grant awarded to the Diocese of Central Florida late last year and half from the generosity of the 11 churches in the deanery. “I reached out to the churches in the…
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From Nov. 30-Dec. 1, The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer, diocesan bishop; The Rev. Canon Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, canon for vocations; Mr. Orman Kimbrough, chair of the Commission on Ministry; The Rev. Dr. José Rodríguez and The Rev. Dr. Rich Gonzalez attended the first-ever Province IV Conference on Bivocational Ordained Ministry, held at Christ…
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The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer, bishop of the Diocese of Central Florida, had the opportunity to impact the lives and the preaching of present and future priests through a recent homiletics course he taught at Nashotah House in Nashotah, Wisconsin, with additional diocesan help from The Rev. Cynthia Brust. Titled “Principles of Preaching,” the…
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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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“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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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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