Recent News
Jennings in Religion News Service on Nigerian, Uganda anti-gay legislation
On January 27 in Religion News Service, President Jennings published an opinion essay in on brutally repressive anti-gay laws in Uganda and Nigeria and the church's role in and against homophobia. Read the essay.
Speak Out Sunday
On November 24, Episcopal Relief & Development joined partners across the country in SPEAK OUT SUNDAY, a day of prayer, teaching, dialogue and action about gender based violence and its prevention. Learn more in a blog post by President Jennings.
Executive Council Meets in Chicago
The Executive Council of the Episcopal Church met in Chicago from October 15-17 at the headquarters of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). At the meeting, Executive Council approved the Episcopal Church's 2014 budget, approved spending a portion of...
Discurso de Apertura Consejo Ejecutivo
Recientemente he estado prestando atención a las conversaciones en línea del internet sobre la identidad y la estructura de la Iglesia Episcopal. Para citar el título del reciente libro de ensayos editado por Winnie Varghese y publicado por La Publicación de la...
Church World Service Immigration Summit
On October 8, President Jennings, Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, Bishop Johncy Itty, Peter Persell of theEpiscopal Diocese of Washington;and 20 other ecumenical leaders met with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and six other members of Congress about...
In Support of the Haiti Recovery Effort
At its meeting from October 15-17, 2013, the Executive Council passed Resolution WM017 in support of the Haiti Recovery Effort. Read the resolution.
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
