Back from Lambeth: A Conversation with Bishop Brian Cole Come hear Bishop Brian Cole in conversation about his time at the Lambeth Conference. This once-in-a-decade meeting is a rare opportunity for bishops in the Anglican Communion from across the globe to come together and enter into deep conversation with each other. You’ll have a chance to hear about Bishop Brian’s experiences and what inspiration and impact Lambeth may have for East Tennessee. Join us on Thursday, August 18th beginning at
Read MoreNew Storytelling Initiatives Interview with the Rev. Gayle Browne
The latest edition of the East Tennessee Becoming Beloved Community newsletter is here. You will find an interview with the Rev. Gayle Browne, additional books for adults, youth, and children, and a link to information on the Beck Cultural Exchange Center’s Jubilee events this coming weekend. Click here to read the newsletter and to sing-up for future editions: https://conta.cc/3bwwnoO
Read MoreEastern KY Flooding, How You Can Help
We ask for your help in supporting those who have been impacted by one of the most devastating flooding events in Kentucky history and in the Diocese of Lexington, a neighboring diocese. Please support flood relief by clicking the donate button below and selecting “Eastern KY Flood Relief” from the dropdown menu. 100% of the funds donated will go directly to relief in the Diocese of Lexington. And please pray for all those suffering and struggling through this traumatic and destructive
Read MoreReconciling Thought: Grace Point Day and Retreat Village Campaign
Bishop Brian Cole invites you to Grace Point Day, Saturday, August 13, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, a day of fun and food when you can explore the trails, swim, kayak, canoe, and see progress on the Retreat Village. Bishop Brian also invites you to help us finish raising the 1.1 million remaining to complete the Retreat Village. Three-Year Pledges Do you want your gift to make a lasting impact on the work of the Retreat Village? You can
Read MoreGeneral Convention 2022 Updates
Welcome to the East Tennessee General Convention updates page. Here you will find information on news, resolutions, sermons, resources, and posts from our deputies. The 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church is exploring new ways in holding pre-convention meetings to allow for greater feedback and participation whilst maintaining the integrity of their meetings. We are continually monitoring updates from General Convention publications. We’ve highlighted the concurred resolutions below for ease of access. Below you will find recordings of sermons,
Read More2022 Mollie Tucker Scholarship Recipient
The Episcopal Church Women of East Tennessee are excited to announce the recipient of the 2022 Mollie Tucker Scholarship. Angelina Delgado of St. Paul Episcopal Church, Seymour, Tennessee is this year’s recipient. My name is Angelina Delgado and I am a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church in Seymour, Tennessee. I am a Seymour High School graduate and a community volunteer. I share my time between Live-It and the Williams Family Seymour Branch Library. Live-it ministries is a non-profit
Read More2022 UTO Invitation
The Episcopal Church Women of East Tennessee invites all communities and households in East Tennessee to participate in this year’s United Thank Offering (UTO) in-gathering. Gayle LaMariana, East Tennessee UTO Coordinator, has mailed the following invitation to all communities. You can learn more about UTO, find resources, and material ordering information by visiting their website. July 7, 2022 Dear Friends across East Tennessee, “Practicing gratitude invites joy to our life.” – Brene Brown The United Thank Offering (UTO) ministry of
Read MoreMaking a Difference One Bottle at a Time
Did you know olive oil could make a difference? Your church can help support the Palestinian people by coordinating an olive oil sale this fall. Extra virgin, organic, fair trade Palestinian olive oil from the Holy Land is now available to all the churches in the diocese of East Tennessee. The oil, imported from Equal Exchange (one of the largest fair trade organizations in the US, is a delicious, health-enhancing, and positive way to support the Palestinian people. Olive Branch
Read MoreNew Storytelling Initiatives Interview with the Rev. Paige Buchholz
Alvin Blount, Diocesan Archivist and Becoming Beloved Community Initiatives Coordinator, interviews the Rev. Paige Buchholz about her journey through discernment, ordination, and ministry as an LGBTQ+ priest. In addition, Alvin has expanded the Becoming Beloved Community resources. Both the adult resources and the children’s resources have additional listings. Check out the Becoming Beloved Community page.
Read MoreNew Becoming Beloved Community Resources for Adults in July 2022
Anti-racism, Social Justice, and Peace Resources for Adults Diocese of East Tennessee Prepared by Alvin Blount for July 2022 Costs may vary depending on where purchases are made. The Matter of Black Lives: Writing from The New Yorker -Jelani Cobb and David Remnick -hardcover, $18.97 -paperback, $19.99 -Kindle, $16.99 -864 pages -Ecco -2021 -description: This anthology from the pages of The New Yorker provides the reader with stories of triumphs and tragedies regarding Black life in America. According to Cobb,
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