Memorial To The Lost

Honoring victims of gun violence in Allegheny County. From St Brendan’s Episcopal Church of Sewickley on July 17, they came together as one community of faith to remember those lost to gun violence. They also united to support stronger gun laws and to urge elected officials to take action so that not one more life is lost….

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Comfort and Joy – Bishop Ketlen

Christmas, 2021 Dear Friends, Comfort and joy are two words that are prominent in our Christmas tradition. Many sources of comfort and joy play a role, indeed, in warming our hearts during this wonderful holiday. Most often, we find comfort and joy in spending time with family and friends, in exchanging meaningful gifts, and in…

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Beloved Community Initiative

A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. –John 13:34-35 The Beloved Community Initiative (BCI) seeks to promote the liberating and reconciling love of Jesus Christ, particularly as…

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Beloved Community Initiative 90 Day Racial Equity Challenge Aug-Oct 2021

Beloved Community Initiative A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. –John 13:34-35 The Beloved Community Initiative (BCI) seeks to promote the liberating and reconciling love of Jesus…

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Real Justice – PIIN Virtual Banquet

The Social Justice and Outreach Committee Invites You To The 2021 PIIN Virtual Banquet, “Real Justice” The Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN) is hosting an evening of stimulating presentations about issues important to our community – racial justice and the fight for equity. Sunday, August 29, 6-7 p.m. The keynote speakers will be Brandi Fisher,…

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Bishop McConnell’s Visitation Schedule

Bishop McConnell’s Visitation Schedule: August 22, 2021: St. Paul’s, Monongahela August 25, 2021: St. Francis, Somerset (Institution of the Rev. William Carpenter at 6:30 p.m.) August 29, 2021: St. Thomas, Oakmont August 29, 2021: St. Mary Magdalene Lutheran Episcopal Church @ St. Stephen’s, Wilkinsburg, 4 p.m. September 5: Trinity Cathedral, Pittsburgh Parish leadership is reminded to complete and…

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