Central Florida Episcopalian Online

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…

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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…

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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….

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Florida, a longtime a leader in virtual education, exports K-12 classes all over the globe. Now, it’s also home to a newcomer targeting a faith-based niche. This spring, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy quietly launched Episcopal Virtual and a sister operation, Anglican Virtual, with backing from its parent church and the Diocese of Central Florida. The…

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Christ’s journey to the cross is one of isolation. Though surrounded by crowds, he is entirely alone. The only thing he has is the determination God placed within him to walk out what he clearly acknowledges is a predetermined path. And on this path, he exhibits two key qualities that encapsulate both his mission and…

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It’s that time of year again! Here’s a look at this year’s Vacation Bible School themes. ARTS CAMP: ECOJUSTICE June 13–17 | St. James Episcopal Church, Ormond Beach | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Rising K through rising fifth grade. Volunteer opportunities available for rising sixth grade through adult. Cost: $20 per person, $10 each additional child….

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Episcopal Church of the Resurrection Is Offering Sweetwater Day Camp This Summer! For ages 2 through ninth grade, a fun day every day at Resurrection in Longwood. Middle schoolers can join us for a fun-filled summer with daily off-site road trips that are action-packed! Please request our Middle School Road Trip brochure for more details….

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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…

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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…

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Recently I was blessed with a new vehicle: a black, four-door, hardtop Jeep Wrangler. It’s fun to drive and pretty stylish, at least to me. It came with an owner’s manual and even a DVD for helping me learn all about my Jeep. The resources included maintenance schedules for oil changes, tire rotations, tune-ups, and…

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