Bishop’s slate announced for Maryland, Bishop Curry on the revival circuit in San Diego, and stories of growth and decline in the post-pandemic church: it’s our weekly roundup of stories from across the church.
In the Episcopal Journal and Café this week
Florida Standing Committee offers initial response to election objections
Church of England bishops head for showdown on marriage for same-sex couples
Philadelphia cathedral and church in Palestine collaborate on ‘Lessons and Carols’
Episcopal Church
Presiding bishop preaches ‘love always’ at San Diego’s Good News Festival. ENS.com
Parishes in the News
Hawaiian parish celebrates its role in establishing the Anglican tradition there. Lahainanews.com
Bishop’s Corner
Maryland announces slate for election of the next bishop. Episcopalmaryland.org
Anglican Communion
Canada sees an undercurrent of growth despite decline and pandemic uncertainty. Anglican Journal
New Zealand Primate announces retirement. Anglican Taonga
Princess of Wales hosts service of carols at Westminster Abbey. Westminster-Abbey.org & Church Times
Australian church connecting to children in Ukraine for Christmas. Melbourneanglican.org
Other Interesting Items
As attendance dips, churches change to stay relevant for a new wave of worshippers. OPB.org
Catholic Jesuit order ponder role of women. Cruxnow.org
An encounter with the inner mystery of Advent. Earth & Altar
Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull. Religionnews.com
