The word “posada” is Spanish for lodging, accommodation, inn, etc. This Latino tradition commemorates the journey that Joseph and Mary made from Nazareth to Bethlehem. People dress up and lead a procession of musicians and singers to various houses. People in the procession sing until a host (sometimes a church) welcomes them in.
“And the Word was made flesh, and lived among us.” – John 1:14
I am reflecting on Jesus as the Word of God this year. Surrounded by words and images every day that compete for my time and attention, here is a different kind of Word. The words of the world are insubstantial; this Word takes on flesh and lives.
Presiding Bishop Rowe is articulating his vision for the Episcopal Church in the next nine years, and he is re-committing us to articulating that vision in terms of the Kingdom of God.
Jesus speaks a lot about the Kingdom of God in the gospels—it is like a mustard seed, a pearl of great price, yeast, and so many other images.
The Forma Conference 2025 will be a hybrid experience, with online content offered in English and Spanish at local in-person gatherings.
I had intended to write today’s Epistle about the movie Conclave, a fictional exploration of the conclave of cardinals gathering to elect a new pope I found it a fascinating …
Celebrations for Veteran’s Day were happening in many communities throughout the Arizona Episcopal Diocese this past week! And let us not forget the U.S. Marine Corps 249th birthday, which was on NOV 10th!
How did your community celebrate & honor your veterans & families?
Join us from January 3rd to 5th, 2025 for a weekend of fun, family, and faith. Winter Family Camp at Chapel Rock is for families of all shapes, sizes, and ages. It’s for families with or without children. Give yourselves the gift of time together at Chapel Rock!
Serving as an Episcopal bishop in a swing state means that I know there are some members of my flock who are happy at the results of yesterday’s election, and to those who are in that category, I ask for your support and compassion and prayers for those who woke up this morning feeling frightened or lost.
During the season of Epiphany 2025, in recognition of the ways that the Holy Spirit has moved and inspired the church to gain new insight, the Pride Committee of the Diocese of Arizona is sponsoring a reading and discussion group.
It is a huge week for the nation, and there are also many critical things going on in our diocese. This E-pistle is perhaps a reflection of the scattered nature of my own thoughts, prayers, and actions.