Storytelling can take many forms: oral, digital, and written. A pilgrimage, as the Episcopal Church defines it, is “a journey …
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Storytelling can take many forms: oral, digital, and written. A pilgrimage, as the Episcopal Church defines it, is “a journey …
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During the Christmas season, there is an endless string of parties, each needing their own unique activities. Yet, there is often …
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When asked, what is your favorite season? I am always compelled to say, “Advent!” (even though I know they probably expect one of …
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Even before the move into virtual ministry, I struggled to find Bibles or picture books for children to use in my ministry. Some …
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Due to the limitations on indoor worship during the COVID-19 pandemic, we dreamed up a way for people to safely enter into the …
During the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rev. Jennifer McNally and the Rev. Anna V. Ostenso Moore collaborated to …
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The practice of giving blessings is an important one theologically and for our community life together. In the act of …
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To download this beautiful resource for households that supports the celebration of Christmas at home as a PDF, click …
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As many church buildings are closed and continue to offer worship over Zoom and other online platforms, we can still celebrate the …
The ‘twelve days of Christmas’ are a gift, meant to name and claim space in our hearts and homes for the Incarnation and the …
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