STANDING COMMITTEE The Standing Committee is a Council of Advice to the Bishop. When there is no Bishop, the Standing Committee is the Ecclesiastical Authority for all proper purposes. The Standing Committee consists of four clerical members (who shall be elected for 4-year terms) and three lay members (who shall be elected for 3-year terms)….
[ Read More]The 2019 Diocesan Convention will be held Friday, Feb. 1, at First Baptist Church, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32805; and Saturday, Feb. 2, at Trinity Prep, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park, Florida 32792. Highlights from the proposed agenda: Friday, Feb. 1 Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Diocese of Central…
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Evangelism will be on full display, replete with plenty of music and praise and one of the Episcopal Church’s most dynamic speakers, in February when the Diocese of Central Florida celebrates its golden anniversary. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, who made worldwide headlines earlier this year when he delivered the sermon at the Royal Wedding of…
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The Diocese of Central Florida announced on Sept. 19 that Bishop Greg Brewer officially accepted an invitation from Presiding Bishop Curry to serve on the Communion Across Difference Task Force. The task force was established as a result of Resolution A227 that was passed at the 2018 General Convention of The Episcopal Church in July…
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First Sunday after Christmas Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018 Year (cycle): A, B & C Gospel: John 1:1-18 One of the most powerful parts of my life as a priest is that sometimes I get to say words that make things happen. In grammar, this is called performative speech because the words perform the deed. For example,…
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Reflection for the Fourth Sunday in Advent Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018 Year (cycle): C Gospel: Luke 1:39-45, (46-55) Theotokos – “God-Bearer” Now that our grandson has turned 3, my wife and I keep an eye out for old movies that we feel would be meaningful to him as he grows up. While shopping, we found a three-pack…
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For: Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018 Third Sunday of Advent Gospel: Luke 3:7-18 What then should we do? The audience listening to John’s discourse on repentance asked him this question three times, according to the Gospel of Luke 3:10-14. First the crowd, then the tax collectors, finally the soldiers. It seems an easy question for…
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Lectionary Living for Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018 Advent 2, Year C, Luke 3:1-6 Preparation is a part of life. Participation in any event requires some sort of preparation. You can’t just show up, and if you do, you’ll miss out on the full experience. If you’re going to watch a football game for the first…
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Folks can take a walk through some of the Bible’s most historical moments when Church of the Good Shepherd in Maitland once again presents its annual Live Nativity. For the fifth consecutive year, the church will present a Live Nativity for the public on Sunday, Dec. 9, on church grounds. The free event runs from…
[ Read More]The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Maitland is currently looking to hire two nursery workers in paid positions. According to a church news release, requirements for the position are: Must be at least 18 years old Reliable Provide at least one reference Required availability on Sunday mornings from 8:45 to 11:30, as well…
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