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Episcopal Church Executive Council: Opening remarks from House of Deputies President Julia Ayala Harris
En español Following is a lightly edited transcript of opening remarks by House of Deputies President Julia Ayala Harris to the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church, meeting Feb. 17-19 in Linthicum Heights, Maryland. Presiding Bishop Rowe, members of Executive...
Consejo Ejecutivo de la Iglesia Episcopal: Discurso inaugural de la Presidenta de la Cámara de DiputadosJulia Ayala Harris
En Inglés A continuación ofrecemos una transcripción levemente editada del discurso inaugural de la Presidenta de la Cámara de Diputados Julia Ayala Harris ante el Consejo Ejecutivo de la Iglesia Episcopal, reunido del 17 al 19 de febrero en Linthicum Heights,...
Bearing Faithful Witness
Dear Deputies and Alternate Deputies: Each time we gather at Christ's table, we proclaim an ancient truth that echoes through the centuries: Divine love knows no borders, grace flows as freely as living water, and in the face of the stranger, we may encounter Christ...
Hope in a Weary Time: A Call to Love and Justice
Dear Deputies and Alternate Deputies, Stepping into this new season together, I am mindful of how the Spirit calls us to both steadfast conviction and tender compassion. Let me speak plainly about who we are and what we stand for as Episcopalians and as disciples of...
Winter Talk 2025
Good evening Relatives in Christ, As we gather here on this sacred Oklahoma soil, I am deeply moved by the profound spiritual resonance of this moment. This land, once known as Indian Territory, now serves as home to 39 federally recognized tribes whose wisdom,...
VPHOD New Years Message
Dear Friends and Fellow Deputies, I am not a New Year’s Resolution kind of person. I always figure that if I can’t motivate myself from within, some arbitrary date on the calendar isn’t going to do it either. Plus, my birthday is in mid-January and that’s its own...
Blue Book Podcast
“House of Deputies Blue Book Podcast” is your go-to resource for staying informed, engaged, and connected with the ongoing developments within the General Convention and its interim bodies. Whether you’re a deputy to the 81st General Convention, a member of a local parish, or a church geek, this podcast will provide valuable insights, thought-provoking conversations, and a deeper understanding of The Episcopal Church’s role in today‘s world.
In each episode, President Ayala Harris will bring you insightful interviews with members of the House of Deputies. Together, they will explore the various resolutions and topics presented in the Blue Book, discussing their significance, implications, and how they shape the direction of the 81st General Convention.
“Accessibility, inclusivity, and safety; values essential to realizing our determination to be a Church where all are truly welcome, valued, and empowered to exercise leadership and join in God’s mission.” President Ayala Harris
