On November 18, Bishop Clark gave her annual address to the 186th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. “God’s got this. It won’t always be easy, but our faithfulness will be our strength,” she said. “Indeed, we have to move forward. And in our first year together, we have identified some ways that we…
Bishop Jake Owensby gave a powerful keynote address at diocesan convention, discussing the questions of hope, faith, and love that he explores in his most recent book, “Looking for God in Messy Places.” Watch the keynote on YouTube.
On November 17, Bishop Clark preached on on John 15:1-11 at the Eucharist of the 186th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Chicago. “Our text uses the word ‘abide’ eleven times, and Jesus says the branch must abide in the vine,” Bishop Clark said. “It doesn’t mean ‘agree with,’ and sometimes we don’t always get…
In October of 2023, the Vitality Grants Committee of the Congregations Commission awarded $275,000 to 18 congregations across the diocese. The grants, which are made annually, support congregational health and vitality. The grant funds are provided by the diocesan Bishop and Trustees, which holds title to and oversees the real property used by the missions…
On Tuesday, a blast at Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City reportedly killed hundreds of patients, healthcare workers and civilians seeking shelter. The hospital is operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem. In the wake of the strike, Bishop Paula Clark is asking the diocese to join her in praying for peace and understanding. “We must be…
While the Sanctuary Task Force of the Diocese of Chicago continues its efforts to support the more than 13,000 vulnerable asylum seekers who have been brought to the Chicago area over the past 13 months, the Rev. Sandra Castillo wants people of faith to call on their government officials to take action. “This is a…
