The Rev. Paula Clark officially became bishop-elect of the Diocese of Chicago on February 10, when the diocese’s standing committee received word that the required majority of bishops with jurisdiction and standing committees in dioceses across the church had consented to her election. “The Diocese of Chicago is thrilled that the Rev. Paula Clark is…
In 2020, both Bishop and Trustees and Bishop Lee made pools of emergency funding available to congregations adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic. St. Ann’s, Woodstock and Good Shepherd, Macomb both received emergency grants to upgrade their worship technology. While their projects were initially intended to help reach church members during lockdowns, the investments are continuing…
Dear Friends, Since the day 15 months ago when Bishop Lee issued a directive to close our church buildings and cease in-person gatherings in response to the growing COVID-19 pandemic, you have faithfully and graciously led your congregations through the changes wrought by the pandemic. Together, we discovered new ways of worshiping virtually. You found…
EfM (Education for Ministry), a four-year adult formation program developed by the School of Theology at the University of the South, is recruiting for the 2021 – 2022 year. EfM groups of six to 12 people meet weekly for two to two-and-a-half hours to discuss texts and theological reflections. The curriculum is: Year One Hebrew…
On August 28, Bishop-elect Paula Clark will become Bishop Paula Clark when she is ordained and consecrated the Thirteenth Bishop of Chicago in a service at St. James Cathedral. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will be the chief consecrator. Bishop Mariann Budde of Washington will preach. The service will also include the seating of the bishop at the cathedral. The prelude will begin at 10:30 am Central and the service will begin at 11 am.
Watch for more details about the service this summer.
The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Annual Altar Guild Conference will be held Saturday, September 18 beginning at 9 am. The theme is “Stitches for God: Needlepoint Art in Our Churches” and the location is to be determined. Visit the ECW website for more information.
The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Annual Fall Retreat will be held October 15-17 at DeKoven Retreat Center in Racine, WI. More information to come. Visit the ECW website to learn more.
