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Nov. 7, 2024 Beloved of God in Massachusetts, In the deluge of emotions and words after Tuesday’s election, it was a challenge to find more which might add meaning yesterday. Perhaps those of you pastoring congregations, schools, and other communities, church or otherwise, felt the same way…
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Episcopal Church News

Virginia priest could be removed from priesthood over ongoing Eucharistic ‘fast’ against racism
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby to complete official duties by Jan. 6
Thirteenth century English church hosts community kitchen after renovations
Episcopalians join international Transgender Day of Remembrance, as hatred and violence against LBGTQ+ persons continues to rise
Church of England parishes to receive funds for renewal and revitalization
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Diocese and Parish News

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The Office of the Bishop has issued the following pastoral announcement:

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Bishop Julia E. Whitworth has announced the following transition on the diocese staff. 

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Bishop Carol Gallagher and Bishop Julia Whitworth
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Photos from the 2024 Diocesan Convention held Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Marriott Boston Quincy Hotel in Quincy.

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Bishop Julia Whitworth addresses Diocesan Convention
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Video and text of the address given by Bishop Julia E. Whitworth at the 239th annual Diocesan Convention on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.

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Nov. 7, 2024 Beloved of God in Massachusetts, In the deluge of emotions and words after Tuesday’s election, it was a challenge to find more which might add meaning yesterday. Perhaps those of you pastoring congregations, schools, and other communities, church or otherwise, felt the same way…
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The Office of the Bishop has issued the following pastoral announcement:

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Nov. 4, 2024 Greetings, Beloved in the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. You are receiving this the day before our nation's national election, but I'm recording it a few weeks before, so God knows what has unfolded. But what I know to be true is this: We're probably all feeling pretty anxious…
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Martha Gardner
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Missioner for Networking and Formation Martha Gardner is retiring from the diocesan staff, with her last work day to be Dec. 6.

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Healthy Congregations Task Force graphic
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In response to a resolution adopted by last year's Diocesan Convention, a Healthy Congregations Task Force has come together to explore what healthy congregations look like and what kind of support they need.  The group is now asking everyone to weigh in: Where do we shine and where can we, in…
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The Rev. Winnie Varghese preaching the consecration sermon
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Video and transcription of the sermon given by the Rev. Winnie Varghese, Rector of St. Luke's Church in Atlanta, at the ordination and consecration of the Rt. Rev. Julia E. Whitworth on Oct. 19, 2024, at Trinity Church in Boston.

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