Each year when Christmas rolls around I think of a story of about an addict and his recovery. It happened a number of years ago. Life had become about as bad as it could be for this poor fellow. He had reached the point where he had no friends, no meaning in life and was … READ MORE…
Dear Friends at St. Paul’s, I am blessed to have the opportunity to offer my cello playing as a sign of God’s love to our cherished elders, and I invite you to join me at any or all of several informal performances of traditional Christmas carols at St. Paul’s Senior Homes. It would be wonderful … READ MORE…
….or “How can I pledge when my finances are a mess?!?!” This year more than ever, parishioners are sharing stories about lost jobs and reduced hours, shorter work weeks and pay reductions. It seems that this year, the effects of the recession are truly being felt. I’ve had a brother, a sister and several friends … READ MORE…
From the Church of England’s Online Advent Calendar
Do you tweet? From The Lead, Can you say why you are an Episcopalian in less than 140 characters? On the micro-blogging/social media site Twitter, there is an interesting series of posts this week in which all sorts of people are answering the question “I am Episcopalian Because…” You can check out the responses without … READ MORE…
The Chapter of St. Paul’s is analogous to the board of directors and is comprised of lay leaders who are responsible for the management of the Cathedral’s finances and buildings and grounds. Each month, Carol Walsh, Chapter member and People’s Warden, summarizes the “highlights” of the Chapter’s monthly meetings. Here are some notes from the meeting of 20 Nov … READ MORE…
From The Lead at Episcopal Café: Starting Advent 1, clergy of the Diocese of Massachusetts are being given leave by Bishop Thomas Shaw to solemnize same-gender marriages for eligible couples. In a letter posted to the blog Telling Secrets, Bishop Shaw clarifies: Solemnization, in accordance with Massachusetts law, includes hearing the declaration of consent, pronouncing … READ MORE…
In this internet age, there are a number of online Advent calendars with creative ways to acknowledge the season. The Diocese of Washington has a nice one, from which this graphic was taken. For a more traditional style, check out this one from Trinity Wall Street. Let us know what sites you find to mark … READ MORE…
In the non-so-thriving town of Augusta, Ohio where I spent a great deal of my youth, we had a telephone of the kind that will be familiar to those of you who remember episodes of “Lassie” on TV. It was a box that hung on the wall in our hall, had a mouthpiece sticking out … READ MORE…
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! We all have much to be thankful for, in our families, friends, and community. Hope yours is a blessed day.