Courage On The West Coast

by SKM

Emmanuel is now flying the pride flag (weather permitting) along with many businesses in Eastsound.   Here is a wonderful explanation of  what a pleasant surprise this was for a new parishioner that was originally posted on the Integrity blog on September 27.   3,730 miles is the distance from my hometown in Puerto Rico to […]

Prayers of the People 23rd Sunday after Pentecost October 26

by SKM

May we humble ourselves in the knowledge that Your righteousness is more important than being right. Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you. May we see an aspect of You and Your Son in everyone, especially [read names on prayer list] Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon […]

All Hallow’s Eve, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day 2013 at Emmanuel

by KCR

All Hallow’s Eve, All Saints, and All Souls Day is a three day period to remind us that so much of the goodness and light we experience comes from those who have run the race before us. In the three days of this remembrance season, we recall that we stand on the shoulders of saintly […]

National Re-Imagining task force asks for input through Engagement Kit

by SKM

[Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs press release] The Task Force for Re-Imagining the Episcopal Church (TREC) has posted its Engagement Kit and invites input and comments from Episcopalians. The Engagement Kit is located here. TREC member the Rev. Craig Loya explained, “This process is designed to continue to engage the church at all levels […]

Prayers for St George’s Baghdad and for Iraq.

by SKM

The staff and community of St George’s Church in the heart of Baghdad have long been in the midst of some of the worst sectarian violence and terrorism in the Middle East. However in recent days there have been horrifying, almost daily, terrorist attacks throughout the country, killing many and wounding hundreds more. Bishop Michael […]

Love Mercy Do Justice Fall Conference

by SKM

  Join us for the Love Mercy Do Justice Fall Conference as we explore concrete ways to bring justice and advocacy into our churches and faith journeys. Attendance at the spring conference is not required. Saturday, November 16, 9 am-5 pm, St. Benedict, Lacey. [More]

Anglicans are supporting the Syrian refugees – how you can respond

by SKM

September 24 (Anglican Alliance): Anglicans are supporting the Syrian refugees – how you can respond. Most of the Anglican agencies are working with ACT Alliance or other partners, either global or local. Here’s what they are doing Anglican Board of Mission is raising funds to provide emergency relief through ACT Alliance. The agency has already made […]

The Colorado Flooding – “How can I help?”

by SKM

“How can I help?” This is the most common response from generous Episcopalians after a disaster.  We see the suffering of fellow humans in a distant place, we can’t be there personally, but we have a strong need and desire to help. Members of our human family in Colorado have been confronted with devastating floods […]

Pope to lead Vatican prayer vigil for peace in Syria

by SKM

On the evening of Sept. 7, Pope Francis will lead thousands in St. Peter’s Square in a prayer vigil for peace.  The pope said he was inviting everyone, “including our non-Catholic Christian brothers, followers of other religions and all men of good will, to participate, in whatever way they can, in this initiative.”  For more information, […]

Family BBQ sponsored by the African American Committee of the Diocese

by SKM

Family BBQ Dates: Saturday, September 7, 2013 – 12:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Diocesan House Full description:Saturday, September 7, from 12-3 pm, the African American Committee of the Diocese of Olympia requests the pleasure of your company at a Family BBQ. The committee will supply meat and drinks. Please bring to share: salads, side dishes, desserts, […]