As John Lashley Sr. faced his final weeks with ALS, he asked Rev. Kay Mueller to baptize him and encouraged his family to do the...
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‘It Is Well’: Dying Man’s Request for Baptism Extends to Family
5/6/26 •
Diocesan Family
As John Lashley Sr. faced his final weeks with ALS, he asked Rev. Kay Mueller to baptize him and encouraged his family to do the same so they could be reunited in heaven. Mueller carried out his wish, leading to multiple family baptisms and a deeply meaningful period of spiritual...
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Lift Up Your Eyes
4/27/26 •
Diocesan Family
In this reflection on Psalm 121, the Rev. Dr. Rob Strenth explains how, in times of uncertainty, people naturally look for help in many places,...
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Leadership and Legacy: Dean Reggie Kidd to Retire From Cathedral May 31
4/23/26 •
Diocesan Family
As the 14th dean of the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, the Very Rev. Dr. Reggie Kidd has built on the cathedral’s legacy by deepening...
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‘It Is Well’: Dying Man’s Request for Baptism Extends to Family
5/6/26 • Diocesan Family
Lift Up Your Eyes
4/27/26 • Diocesan FamilyIn this reflection on Psalm 121, the Rev. Dr. Rob Strenth explains how, in times of uncertainty, people naturally look for help in many places,...
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Leadership and Legacy: Dean Reggie Kidd to Retire From Cathedral May 31
4/23/26 • Diocesan FamilyAs the 14th dean of the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, the Very Rev. Dr. Reggie Kidd has built on the cathedral’s legacy by deepening...
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‘For Everything There Is a Season’: Christ Church, Fort Meade, Closes
4/21/26 • Diocesan FamilyAfter much prayer and reflection, Christ Church in Fort Meade, a 139-year-old parish, lovingly held its final service on March 29, as its small congregation...
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Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist to Celebrate 130th Anniversary
4/7/26 • Diocesan FamilyFor 130 years, the Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist in Orlando has remained a steady, faith-filled presence, sustained by devoted leadership and a...
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2026 Easter Sermon
4/5/26 • Sermon Videos“The risen Christ forgives sinners, heals the wounded, and refuses to let sin — yours or anyone else’s — have the final word.” Join the...
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Easter Promise: Everything Sad Is Coming Untrue
4/2/26 • Liturgical SeasonsBishop Holcomb presents the resurrection of Jesus as the decisive victory over sin, suffering and death, grounding the Christian hope that even the deepest sorrows...
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Diocesan Youth Gather for Spring Break Getaway
3/24/26 • Children & YouthThe Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida’s new Spring Break Youth Getaway at Camp Wingmann offered students a weekend of stillness, worship and reflection on Psalm...
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Always at God’s Mercy: Psalm 88
3/11/26 • GospelThe Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb explains that Psalm 88 is a deeply honest psalm of lament that expresses overwhelming grief and a sense...
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New Year Assembly Inspires Diocesan Daughters of the King
3/9/26 • Diocesan FamilyMore than 120 women gathered Jan. 31 at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke in Orlando for the New Year Assembly of The Order of...
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Bold Witness Follows Barriers, Bishop Holcomb Says on Atlanta Bishop’s Podcast
3/4/26 • Episcopal & Anglican NewsOn Bishop Rob Wright’s “For People” podcast, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb compared today’s cultural and political divisions to the turmoil faced by...
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Virtual Vestry Training Event to Equip, Empower Vestries
3/3/26 • Diocesan FamilyEditor’s Note: The 2026 Zoom Vestry Training webinar has now concluded; please find the video recording of the event at this link. The Rev. Canon...
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