Greetings, Friends! Faith of the Pilgrims From my years young in days of youth, God did make known to me his truth, And call’d me from my native place For to enjoy the means of grace. In wilderness he did me guide, And in strange lands for me provide. In fears and wants, through weal … Continue reading Thanksgiving Food for Thoughts (and Prayers and Action)
Greetings, Friends! On this overcast, chilly Sunday, I’m going to take some liberty as chair of the Resolution Review Committee and not write about a resolution this week. So, if you’ve been eagerly waiting to see what resolution we might address this week, please forgive me. I have some other things on my mind today … Continue reading Bishop Gibbs’ Final Diocesan Council
Greetings Friends! Two years ago, I was fortunate to go with the Youth and Young Adults from the diocese of Michigan to attend General Convention in Austin. Watching the proceedings were exciting. I saw firsthand how the church works. General Convention is where I first heard of the Becoming Beloved Community. I came back to … Continue reading Mission Work in Our Beloved Community
Greetings, Friends!! We’ve seen our first snowfall in Hillsdale and I’ll admit, I am not ready! Thankfully, it didn’t last long and didn’t make travel conditions challenging. As the residence director in a men’s dorm, it’s fun to watch the freshmen who have never experienced a snow storm before. One of my freshmen actually went … Continue reading Advocating for Maternal-Child Health
Greetings, Friends!! I love Diocesan Convention! Now, before you think I’m some sort of nerd, let me tell you why I feel this way. As you may know, I live in Hillsdale. You can’t get any further west in our diocese and still be part of EDOMI! Sometimes it gets a bit lonely all the … Continue reading The 185th Convention of the Diocese of Michigan
Greetings, Friends! Autumn is certainly here and the colors are changing quickly now! What a beautiful creation we are blessed to enjoy here in the Diocese of Michigan! I did hear that points north of us awakened to snow the other morning and, while I think snow is lovely to look at, I am … Continue reading Culture of Safety
Greetings, Friends! It certainly feels like autumn has finally arrived! I love the cooler weather and the colorful foliage although I’m not so happy about what comes next! Let’s hope fall lasts for a loooong time! The cooler weather reminds me that our Diocesan Convention is right around the corner. Living in Hillsdale sometimes … Continue reading Urging the Adoption of Local Canons For Episcopal Elections
