Bishop's Notes
Jesus leads us in new directions
An increasingly popular item is the GPS (Global Positioning System). Using satellite technology, this instrument tells us where we are on the planet. It’s somewhat like that arrow on signs in malls that points to “You are here.”
A GPS can be a valuable instrument in helping travelers avoid getting lost. As one who travels [...]
Formation | Youth
Building our spiritual home and living in the external world
Our greatest service to young people is to teach them to be “good architects of their internal homes,” emphasized Mark Andrus, Bishop of California, at the recent Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers’ annual conference. In the spirit of Lenten reflection, therefore, let’s look at how Camp Cross helps youth develop internal homes to help them [...]
Congregational Development
New mission strategy for diocese and congregations
“Build dynamic, growing communities of faith.” “Think big and bold – innovative – open to risk – failure or success.”
Those audacious thoughts come from the Mission Strategy Committee of Diocesan Council. They emerged after a couple days of retreat last year when members, meeting with Bishop Waggoner, dreamed and strategized about strengthening all communities of [...]
