All over our region, congregations are embracing new ways of working on behalf of the Gospel. If you have a story to tell about work your community is doing, please email us.
The Episcopal Youth Event (EYE), a triennial gathering of high school aged youth and their mentors, will be held July 4-8 at the University of Maryland in College Park. Youth in grades 9 to 12 are invited to apply to be part of the partnership’s EYE delegation. Applications must be submitted by March 10. Province III of the Episcopal Church…
When the Rev. Bonnie Morris became priest-in-charge at Church of the Advent in Kenmore last year, one of the first things she noticed was a bulletin board featuring updates about the congregation’s work with Our Little Roses a ministry in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, that provides housing, and education for girls who have survived poverty, neglect…
It’s not a requirement that priests called to the Diocese of Western New York learn to ski, but it keeps happening all the same. That’s because for more than twenty years, a worship service at the top of a slope has provided clergy who are willing to brave the mountain with an opportunity for creative…
Statement from the Commission to Dismantle Racism and Discrimination Denise Merriweather and Susan Woods The blanket of snow that covered the Buffalo region initially masked the differences that exist in one of the most segregated cities in the nation. From the midst of devastation, we are learning about how first responders, neighbors, family members and…
When families with young children visit Trinity Episcopal Church in New Castle, Resurrection Church in Hermitage, or Church of the Epiphany in Grove City, they will find a “soft space” set aside that allows kids to relax and play during church services. These congregations all have a long-held commitment to welcoming children, and their developing…
On January 3, we welcomed the Rev. Canon Abbott Bailey to the staff as partnership canon for strategy and chief operating officer. In her new role, she serves as chief of staff for the partnership, providing the structure and support that will allow our canons who have been deployed in congregations to pursue both their…
“Across our partnership, you have responded to God’s call,” Bishop Sean says in his Christmas message. “You are … speaking up for the defenseless, the marginalized and working to create a world that is more just and more loving. You are an inspiration to me, and, I hope, to each another. “You are kindling the…
When Hugh M. Russ, III, a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Buffalo, became president of the Erie County Bar Association a year ago, he knew he wanted racial justice to be the priority of his presidency, and he was not subtle in introducing this plan. “I have a confession to make: I am a…
On December 7, people from the Dioceses of Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania will gather at locations across the region for an Advent Day of Prayer. Canon Vanessa Butler will lead prayer on the Partnership in Prayer Facebook page throughout the day. Congregations that would like to participate in the Advent Day of Prayer can…
