News from our dioceses

News from our dioceses...

Diocese of Albany

The latest issue of The Albany Episcopalian is out!

La Iglesia Episcopal en Cuba

Thanks to all who helped make Christmas merry for Episcopalians across Cuba. As you can see in the photos, Project Feliz Navidad 2024 was a huge success. For the third year in a row, we were able to provide all 52 Episcopal Churches and Communities in Cuba with the funds necessary to provide their parishioners with a substantial and much-needed meal at Christmas. This initiative not only nourishes their bodies but, as importantly, also nourishes their souls. It sends a clear signal that, in this time of great crisis in Cuba, they are not alone - and that there are many folks here that are thinking about them, and praying for them. Thanks again to all who help make this happen.

The Diocese of New Jersey

Introducing Grow in Faith NJ, a new formation ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey - The Formation team of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey invites you to explore a new resource website: growinfaithnj.org. This website supports formation ministry in its many facets in our diocese and beyond. We are committed to the work of engaging, equipping, empowering, and encouraging all people to follow God’s calling in their lives. Whether you are exploring new ideas, looking to grow deeper in your faith, or charged with leading formation ministry in your family or congregational setting, there are resources here to help and inspire.

The Diocese of Newark

The Rev. Deacon Peter Jackson helps a visitor light a candle at the vigil yesterday for the National TPS Alliance, as the Rev. Dr. Miguel Hernandez (right) and others look on.

Trinity & St. Philip’s Cathedral, in conjunction with Holy Trinity, West Orange, hosted a short vigil for the National TPS Alliance for Immigration on Tuesday, Jan. 7.

The Rev. George Dredden of Trinity & St. Philip’s Cathedral and the Rev. Dr. Miguel Hernandez led the service, along with leaders of the National TPS Alliance. Read more >

Diocese of Central New York

🖌️ Discover Wonder In All! 📖
Have you explored Wonder In All, the arts and literature journal created by the amazing people of our diocese?
Dive into the latest edition for inspiration, and don't forget—you can share your own creative works too! We are always looking for new contributors.

l'Église Épiscopale d'Haïti

Marking 15 years since the 2010 Haiti earthquake - It's been 15 years since a 7.0 magnitude earthquake shook Haiti, killing hundreds of thousands of people. Jonathan Katz, writer for The Racket, joined CBS News to discuss the quake and what the country's been through since then.

The Diocese of New York

The most important thing we do is to care for each other. Our care reflects God’s unconditional love. As Christians, we are called to build communities of deep belonging, connection, and care. Congregations and chaplaincies across the Diocese of New York provide care and safe spaces of belonging every day to everyone who enters our doors.
We provide sanctuary.

At our 2024 diocesan convention, we approved a resolution that reaffirmed our sanctuary status with a focus on welcoming asylum seekers and refugees and caring for those in our communities who are undocumented. Our local communities are at risk because of who we welcome at worship on Sunday mornings and who we reach in programs throughout the week.

Iglesia Episcopal Diócesis de Puerto Rico

Pastoring Through Climate Change with Rafael Morales Maldonado - Episode 136 • 7th November 2024 • The Living Church Podcast
What’s up in ministry in Puerto Rico? And especially how are they integrating concern for climate change into ministry there?

The Rt. Rev. Rafael Morales Maldonado is the diocesan bishop of Puerto Rico, currently provisional bishop in Cuba, and bishop advisor on the Virgin Islands. He is the president of Episcopal Health Services, Inc., which includes the island’s most significant home care and hospice service, as well as president of the Episcopal Funeral Services. Bishop Rafael has also been a key leader in responding to natural disasters that have affected Puerto Rico in recent years.

The Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe

Socially Responsible Investing Within the Convocation - The Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe, during its 113th annual convention in October, moves forward with its answer to the call from the 81st General Convention to look deeper into the financial structures it invests in. Read more >

The Diocese of Long Island

The Rev. Canon Marie Tatro, Canon for Community Justice, was featured in a Newsday article by Bart Jones. The article explores how faith leaders are preparing for potential changes to immigration policies under the incoming presidential administration. These changes could include revoking the federal policy that designates houses of worship, schools, and hospitals as "sensitive locations," which are typically protected from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. Read more >

The Diocese of Rochester

Arise, shine, for your light has come! These words of the prophet Isaiah are the first words we hear for the Feast of the Epiphany and they set the tone for the whole of this season. The light which each one of us received at Christmas is not meant to be kept to ourselves, but to shine for the whole world to see. And not just as individuals, but each of our communities has a light that we share with the world. And Isaiah promises us that when we are doing the work of God, the work of love and justice, our light shines so brightly that the whole world will see it and join in the work of God. This is our mission for Epiphany to let our light shine. Read the whole article >

Diocese of the Virgin Islands

From St. John's on St. Croix:
The Christmas on the Lawn Committee presented a series of events to commemorate the Christmas season. There was Caroling, Games Night, Culture and Talent Night as well as visits to the homes of some parishioners as well as visits to some Senior Living facilities.

The Episcopal Dioceses of Western New York & Northwestern Pennsylvania

St. Mark's, LeRoy had a wonderful December experience with the Joy Project, which is a free exhibit showing nostalgic Christmas decorations seen several decades ago. It brought back memories to those who remembered the department store scenes and entranced younger ones who had never experienced that.
This report was broadcast by Spectrum News. Click here to view!

Visit the 13 Dioceses of the province at their websites:

Albany, Central New York, Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe,
La Iglesia Episcopal en Cuba (no official website yet), l'Église Épiscopale d'Haiti, Long Island, New Jersey, New York, Newark, Iglesia Episcopal Diócesis de Puerto Rico, Rochester, Virgin I slands, The Episcopal Dioceses of Western New York & Northwestern Pennsylvania