Christmas, 2017 Dear Friends in Christ, I am in favor of Christmas. I really am. I do believe it is a season of love, hope and peace. I will sing […]
Category: Diocesan News and Information
Opening the Door: Practicing the Season of Waiting
I bet you know the feeling – you run into Giant Eagle on a Saturday afternoon to pick up a quart of milk, and when you hit the registers, the lines are ten deep. Two of the self-checkout lanes are down, but you manage to find the one with only six people in front of you. […]
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New Mission Statement and Goals Adopted
Our mission is to be: This new mission statement was adopted by the three senior diocesan leadership groups on September 26, along with new statements that express our vision of […]
For The Victims And Families Of The Tragedy In Collier Township
God of hope, we come to you in shock and grief and confusion of heart. Help us to find peace in the knowledge of your loving mercy and give us […]
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Leadership Groups Discuss Diocese’s Mission, Vision, Goals
The three principal leadership groups of the diocese made progress this past weekend in writing new statements that define the mission, vision, and values of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh. […]
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Council Awards Parish Grants, Considers Budget (Corrected)
At its mid-summer meeting, Diocesan Council awarded additional grants to parishes for this year and discussed ways parishes could pay less in assessments next year. Council met briefly on July […]
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Bishop Johnson Visits Sheldon Calvary Camp
In the Dining Hall last Wednesday, July 22nd, the voices of two hundred and fifty or so campers and staff cheered an enthusiastic (and loud) welcome to Bishop Johnson on […]
Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Issues Training
When: Tuesday, August 4, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Where: At the diocesan office, 4099 William Penn Hwy, Suite 502 Monroeville, PA 15146 Facilitator: The Rev. William Geiger Who: The […]
African Archbishop Set to Begin Visit (Updated)
A newly-elected leader in the Anglican Communion arrives this Wednesday for a visit to the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh. From July 1 through the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the […]
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Education for Ministry Program Expands
A second location option will soon be available for parishioners throughout the Diocese who are seeking a deeper understanding of Scripture, the Church, and how faith helps form one’s ministry. […]
