by The Rev. Laura Adelia, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.), Military Missioner, Episcopal Diocese of Arizona It is difficult to write about Memorial Day when our country has suffered two mass …
Diocesan News
Armageddon and Tipping Points
By David Spence, MD Most people will agree with the following (fortune cookie or horoscope) advice: “Consider a variety of viewpoints and opinions before choosing your own path.” In our …
Prayer for an Execution
I was invited on Tuesday night to give the opening prayer at a press conference advocating against the death penalty in general, and the execution of Clarence Dixon in particular. …
Bishop’s E-Pistle: Considering the Supreme Court Draft Opinion
I know that the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion is on the hearts and minds of many Episcopalians in Arizona and around the nation. I share in the grief and …
Bishop’s E-pistle: The Exquisite Penalty
I just rewatched the wonderful sermon by the Rev. Winnie Varghese from my consecration three years ago in preparation for a retreat with our diocesan staff. Among the many other …
Wildfires Are on the Rise in Arizona
How to Stay Safe during Disasters and the Dry Heat By Laurel Way Arizona Diocesan Disaster Preparedness Coordinator April 20th, 2022 – Over the weekend there have been several reports …
Earth Day Across Arizona
Earth Day is Friday, April 22nd — only nine days away! Honor God’s creation as we turn our focus toward our fragile island home on that day and the days …
New Life in God’s Vineyard
by The Rev. Alison Lee One of my children is studying at the University of Arizona; when he declared his major in Architectural Engineering, I was intrigued – what on …
Bishop’s E-pistle: No Christian Seders
As we approach Holy Week once again, I commend to you an insightful article by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, a Jewish New Testament scholar at Vanderbilt Divinity School. The title of …
Caring for the Earth Takes More Than Just One Day
Earth Day is April 22nd of this year and for many people, it’s a reminder to stop and take a moment to consider our planet. Here in Arizona, we face …