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…
Sermons and Speeches
Celebrating Our First Anniversary: A Letter from Bishop Clark
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 Dear People of God in the Diocese of Chicago, With thanks to God for mercy and grace, today we celebrate the first anniversary of our…
From Bishop Clark: A New Way of Organizing Our Work
Dear People of God in the Diocese of Chicago: In the last several months, my staff and I have been strategizing, planning and dreaming about how we can best support our congregations as you answer God’s call in these complicated times. Today I am pleased to share with you a new staff structure that we…
From Bishop Clark: Praying for the People of Highland Park
Dear People of God: Tuesday will mark one year since the horrific shooting in Highland Park that claimed the lives of seven beloved children of God and injured 48 others. On that day, I will join the people of Highland Park to pray and worship, remembering those who were killed, honoring those whose lives were…
We are Resurrection People! ¡Somos Pueblo de la Resurrección!
We are Resurrection People! Years ago, at the ordination and consecration of Bishop Eugene Sutton of Maryland, I heard Senate Chaplain Barry Black tell a story that has stayed with me ever since. It goes like this: There are two guys doing construction work, Joe and Gus. Every day at noon they take a break…
Leading With Love: A Letter from Bishop Clark/Guiados con Amor: Una Carta de Obispa Clark
For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. Jeremiah 29:11 Dear People of God in the Diocese of Chicago, Six months ago today, I became your bishop! Every day since then, I have given thanks to…