Reconciling Thought: Grace Point Day and Retreat Village Campaign
by Andrew Morehead | Jul 20, 2022 | Message from the Bishop
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...Introducing a New Parish Support Specialist, a Reconciling Thought
by Andrew Morehead | Jun 23, 2022 | Message from the Bishop
In his latest Reconciling Thought, Bishop Brian Cole introduces us to the newest addition to the diocesan staff, Emily Kirk, who will be joining us as the new Parish Support Specialist beginning August 15. Whether you’re visiting our building or calling us with...On the shooting at St. Stephen’s Episcopal, Vestavia Hills, AL
by Andrew Morehead | Jun 17, 2022 | Message from the Bishop, News
June 17, 2022 On the shooting at St. Stephen’s Episcopal, Vestavia Hills, Alabama Dear East Tennessee Friends, I am writing to you on the morning after the shooting at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. At present, reports are indicating that...General Convention 80, a Reconciling Thought
by Andrew Morehead | Jun 8, 2022 | Message from the Bishop
Bishop Brian Cole and The Rev. Leigh Preston, Co-Chair for the East Tennessee deputation to General Convention 80, were in conversation ahead of the July meeting of General Convention. There are many ways to be involved and to stay updated on the work of General...Reconciling Thought: That Resurrection Will Grow in Our Land
by Andrew Morehead | May 25, 2022 | Message from the Bishop
Bishop Brian Cole reflects on the recent shootings in Buffalo, NY and Uvalde, TX in light of the Easter season Gospel. Below the transcript are two other recommended publications. First, a video from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry with a prayer for Uvalde, TX. Second,...