The House of Bishops of the Episcopal Church met last week in person for the first time since 2019 at Camp Allen in Texas. It was a deeply spiritual, more …
Diocesan News
Continue the Fight to Abolish the Death Penalty
I recently received a question about upcoming executions. The Death Penalty Action organization lists upcoming executions across all states in the US and provides an easy, online way to state …
Lay Leadership Weekend 2022 – Recap
March 9, 2022 – This past weekend lay leaders from across the diocese of Arizona came together at Chapel Rock for the Annual Lay Leadership Weekend. The event was filled …
The Bishop’s E-pistle: Made in the Image of God
As a Christian, I believe that God considers every human life precious. Every one of us is made inGod’s image and is the beloved child of God. I follow most …
Stars and Streams
by The Rev. Dr. John Leech Look up and find the north star and know where you are. Watch the moon rise or set and know when you cannot see …
The Bishop’s E-pistle: Ash Wednesday 2022
“I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and …
The Bishop’s E-pistle: AZ Episcopalian
Last year when the Diocese did our Communications Audit, responses to questions about the AZ Episcopalian, our quarterly print magazine, were all over the map. Some people who received it …
5 Easy Ways You Can Help Chapel Rock
Chapel Rock Camp and Conference Center has been a staple within the Diocese of Arizona since 1931. Many of us retreat to this campground nestled within the Prescott National Forest …
The Bishop’s E-pistle: I Baptize
I remember greeting parishioners one Christmas Eve at the afternoon service in New York City. “Lovely service!” “Merry Christmas!” said everyone on their way out. My mother approached. “So are …
Best Skills, Best Churches – Recap of Marketing and Online Presence
Friday, Feb 4th and Saturday, Feb 5th, 2022, Best Skills Best Churches learned about Digital Marketing and Online Presence. Here are a few things to remember from these sessions: Best …