By The Rev. Canon Pam Hyde “Is creation care really something that we need to pay attention to in church?” As I talk to people in our churches in the …
Diocesan News
Prayers for Memphis
As I write this week’s Epistle, Tyre Nichols is being laid to rest in Memphis. I don’t know that I have more relevant words to share on his death than …
Maize, Genocide and Climate Change: A Cautionary Tale
By Bill Robinson When Christopher Columbus landed in the Americas in 1492, it’s estimated that there were over 4000 varieties of maize, or corn, growing in North America. Many of …
Desert Wisdom
January 17th is the Feast Day of St. Antony of Egypt, one of the fourth-century Desert Fathers and Mothers whose wisdom was collected and has been passed down to our …
Visit to Kisii Kenya from Arizona
Written by George Hartz The City of Scottsdale has had a sister city relationship since December 2013 with Uasin Gishu County in western Kenya. My wife Donna and I have …
Call to Prayer
It has already been a fascinating experience serving on the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music for the Episcopal Church. One key piece of what I am working on is …
Saying “Yes” to Creation
By The Rev. Canon Pam Hyde The angel said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the …
Interfaith Winter Night
On Monday, Trinity Cathedral is hosting the Arizona Faith Network’s “Interfaith Winter Night” of prayer, song, and reflection. I am honored we are hosting this event, and to be welcoming …
Weaving Stories of Love and Welcome
“Love is what happens when you stop trying to figure out who deserves it.” Karen Faith It is always a joy to share the many ways in which the work …
Webinar on Federal Energy Efficiency and Grants for Churches
Investing in energy efficiency at your church can be a win-win both for the church’s bottom line and for the earth. But the problem can sometimes be coming up with …