Joint Statement Regarding Tennessee Redistricting by the Episcopal Bishops of Tennessee
May 8, 2026
During a special session of the Tennessee State Legislature on May 7, 2026, state representatives approved new boundaries for some of Tennessee’s congressional districts. The redrawn map will divide Tennessee’s […]
When A Stranger Shows Up: Sermon on the Emmaus Road
April 24, 2026
When A Stranger Shows Up by Bishop Brian Cole Sunday, April 19, 2026 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Athens, & Tyson House Campus Ministry, Knoxville My friend’s name is not […]
Why are you weeping? An Easter Message from Bishop Brian Cole
April 5, 2026
Easter Sunday 2026 Resurrection, Loudon John 20:1-18 The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole “…while it was still dark…” There is no such thing as Easter Black. When I think […]
2026 Bishop’s Address to Diocesan Convention
March 20, 2026
Diocesan Convention Address 2026 Episcopal School of Knoxville The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole Before I begin my remarks this afternoon, let us pray. O God, you have […]
An Invitation to Merton’s Kentucky
March 5, 2026
Bishop Brian Cole invites you to join him and Canon Emily Bruner Doane as a group of pilgrims travel to the Sister of Loretto and visit the Abbey of Gethsemani […]
For God is not a God of disorder but of peace: A Statement from Bishop Brian Cole
January 27, 2026
“For God is not a God of disorder but of peace.” 1 Corinthians 14:33 Dear People of East Tennessee, I am writing to you today because a spirit of confusion […]
Uplifting Minneapolis: Bishop Cole Commends Bishop Loya’s Message
January 25, 2026
Below is a note of commendation from Bishop Cole on Bishop Loya’s recent message. Please hold the people of Minneapolis and the State of Minnesota in your prayers. From Bishop […]
An Epiphany Message from Bishop Brian Cole
January 9, 2026
“When you still the body, you become aware of what hurts.” Brother James Dowd, speaking on retreat in Schuyler, Nebraska I have just returned from a few days of contemplative […]
Everywhere You and I Go is a Place Where God is Present, Too. A Christmas Message from Bishop Brian Cole
December 23, 2025
Photo: Walter Chávez Dear East Tennessee Friends, Greetings! As I write to you, just after the longest night of the year, we are in the last days as Advent gives […]
An Advent for Appalachia
November 24, 2025
Bishop Brian Cole interviews Michael Hensley, Development and Sustainability Officer for Appalachia Service Project, on the ongoing efforts in Hurricane Helene recovery. Our diocesan-wide Advent appeal seeks to raise funds […]