In our obsession for the so-called great things of life, we might overlook things that really matter. It had been awhile since we had seen Isabela. We met her in the streets about a year ago. For a homeless teen, she was unusually reserved. Most of the teens and children are open to any adult…
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At a meeting I attended a few years ago, Kirk Hadaway, the congregational research officer for The Episcopal Church, noted, “Conflict over leadership and conflict over finances were the most strongly related areas to decline in average Sunday attendance.” In other words, conflict is usually a symptom of a leadership or financial problem. Several of…
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In 1994, three explorers in southern France stumbled upon one of the greatest archeological discoveries of all time. It came to be called the Chauvet Cave (after one of the explorers), and what was found inside was by far the oldest known artwork made by human beings. Hundreds of paintings of more than 13 different…
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The Anglican Consultative Council has called on “every province, diocese, and parish” in the Anglican Communion to “adopt a clear focus on intentional discipleship” as part of a “season of intentional discipleship” to run for approximately the next nine years. The ACC annual meeting this year also called for “resources to equip and enable the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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