A small potential turnout may have derailed the latest “Happening” event at Camp WIngmann, but leaders are hoping for bigger things for the next go-around. The Rev. Becky Toalster, rector at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Bartow, said the “Happening” scheduled for April 28-30 was canceled because of low registration numbers. “Happening” is a Christian…
[ Read More]The welcoming nature of the 2017 Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Province IV Retreat helped a Central Florida member feel right at home in one of the biggest events of the year. Danielle Rogers, a member of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Daytona Beach and treasurer for ECW Central Florida, was one of approximately 60 women…
[ Read More]With the 2018 Winter Olympics just around the corner, leaders at St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Sebastian decided to get into the spirit of things for this year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) camp. “Our theme was Olympic-centered with ‘Go for the Gold!’” said St. Elizabeth’s rector, the Rev. Dave Newhart. “Vacation Bible School 2017 was…
[ Read More]Summer days can be long and lazy for youth, especially for those with few options outside the home. So, St. Richard’s Episcopal Church in Winter Park decided to form a Family Day to bring kids and their parents or caregivers together for a fun-filled afternoon on Saturday, July 15. Eight people turned out for the…
[ Read More]Opportunity will be golden for the next Director of Youth and Family Ministry at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, where attendance is on the rise in one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing areas. St. Alban’s rector, the Rev. John Gullett, announced that the Auburndale church has an immediate opening for a Director of Youth and Family Ministry….
[ Read More]The Church of the Holy Spirit in Apopka has an opening for an experienced bookkeeper. Candidate must have proven bookkeeping experience and mastery of the Automated Church Systems (ACS) or an equivalent church financial software, as well as a desire to implement the vision of the church as good stewards of God’s gifts. According to…
[ Read More]Two years ago, Dylann Roof shot and killed nine people at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina. He was convicted of 33 federal hate crime charges in federal court in 2016 and now is on death row. Roof’s mass shooting, however, is not the only tragedy that has occurred in a U.S….
[ Read More]St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Sebastian has an immediate opening for a part-time music minister. The position entails working approximately eight to 10 hours per week. The music director, who operates in the ministry division, serves as choir leader and supports the choir through musical accompaniment, direction and leadership. Father Dave Newhart, rector at St….
[ Read More]Having a good laugh at Christianity can be a good thing for some folks, especially for those who are spiritually lost. Taking its cue from a successful venture in South Florida, Holy Faith Episcopal Church will hold its Christian Comedy Show on Saturday, Sept. 23, at the church: 6990 S. Federal Highway 1 in Port…
[ Read More]When it comes to reaching out, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Haines City is taking that extra step to calling people back to the Lord’s house. St. Mark’s will hold its inaugural Homecoming Service at 10 a.m., Sunday, July 30, at the church: 102 N. Ninth St., Haines City. The vestry, rector, rector emeritus and…
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