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More than 55 lay and ordained leaders from many corners of the diocese were invited by Bishop Julia Whitworth to share in a day of brainstorming shared values, objectives and missional language for the Diocese of Massachusetts--all part of the year-long visioning process in which the diocesan community is engaged together.

Diocesan News
With the leadership of Bishop Julia Whitworth and the organizing efforts of a diocesan planning team, the Diocese of Massachusetts aims to have large and visible delegations of LGBTQ+ people and allies taking part in Pride celebrations around the diocese this June. Bishop Whitworth will lead the…
Diocesan News
The diocesan community’s prayers and presence are invited for the Service of Ordination on Saturday, June 7, at 10:30 a.m., at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Boston. Those to be ordained by Bishop Julia Whitworth include: To the diaconate: Robert Christian (sponsored by the Church of the…
Parish News
Courtesy photo Solar panels atop the thrift shop at St. Mary's, Barnstable--part of an expanded array at the church. St. Mary’s Church in Barnstable has taken another big step toward sustainability by expanding its solar panel system…
Diocesan News
The summer season opens soon at the Barbara C. Harris Camp and Conference Center in Greenfield, N.H. Families of all configurations can enjoy an extra-long weekend of activities, worship and family-oriented fellowship during the June 27-30 Family…
Diocesan News

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

Diocesan News

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

In the News
Standing behind the bow of the boat-shaped pulpit in the sanctuary of St. Andrew’s Church, the Rev. Vincent (“Chip”) Seadale delivered his final sermon as the Edgartown church’s priest on April 27.  Twenty years after answering the call to serve a higher purpose, Seadale is retiring and…
In the News
As churches across the country observed Good Friday, more than 100 congregations also rang their bells to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Old North Church’s lantern signal at the start of the American Revolution. The “Let Freedom Ring!” project, initiated by the Center for Media and…
Reflections

The strife is o'er, the battle done; the victory of life is won; the song of triumph has begun. Alleluia!