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News from the Diocese of Olympia View as Webpage July 26, 2024 Save the Dates – Ordination of The Rev. Dr. Philip N. LaBelle Please save the dates for the Ordination and Consecration and the Seating of The Rev. Dr. Philip N. LaBelle as the ninth Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia. READ MORE Building a Place Where Love Dwells: St. Luke’s, Seattle Capital Campaign Bishop Skelton offers an invitation to join in the momentous work of St. Luke’s, Seattle’s redevelopment of their property to create affordable housing and a new worship space. You, too, […]
July 16, 2024 For he is our peace; in his flesh he has made both into one and has broken down the dividing wall, that is, the hostility between us (Ephesians 2:14). Just a few weeks ago in my June column for Living Lutheran I wrote, “I can’t think of an election cycle more fraught and divisive than this one. People all across the political spectrum claim that life as we know it is on the line. It’s not possible to agree to disagree—one must decide and put a stake in the ground. There is the […]
June 28, 2024 I am disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson, which clears the way for onerous civil and criminal penalties for unsheltered neighbors forced to sleep in parks or on other public property. This could jeopardize the work of Lutheran ministries and organizations dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness. As a church, we are called by God’s grace to love and serve the most vulnerable and marginalized neighbors in our communities. Worshiping communities in the ELCA include people experiencing homelessness, which is not a moral failing; often it results from societal […]
News from the Diocese of Olympia View as Webpage July 19, 2024 Building a Place Where Love Dwells: St. Luke’s, Seattle Capital Campaign Bishop Skelton offers an invitation to join in the momentous work of St. Luke’s, Seattle’s redevelopment of their property to create affordable housing and a new worship space. You, too, can help to Build a Place Where Love Dwells! You can make a commitment or donation online by going to the St. Luke’s Development website at: https://stlukesseattle.org/st-lukes-property-redevelopment/ You can write a check to St. Luke’s, marked “Redevelopment” and send it directly to: 5710 […]
July 24, 2024 Prayer of the Day Gracious God, you have placed within the hearts of all your children a longing for your word and a hunger for your truth. Grant that we may know your Son to be the true bread of heaven and share this bread with all the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Upcoming Events links to event info embedded if applicable August 20 Synod Listening Post @ Trinity, Parkland August 26 Synod Listening Post @ Silverdale, Silverdale September 27 – 28 PSALM Retreat @ Seabeck September 30 – October […]
Week of July 14, 2024 Prayer of the Day O God, from you come all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works. Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to obey your commandments; and also that we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may live in peace and quietness, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. The June Edition of is here! This is a monthly newsletter created by the SWWA Synod’s Reconciling in Christ Work Team and ready for download […]
News from the Diocese of Olympia View as Webpage July 12, 2024 Building a Place Where Love Dwells: St. Luke’s, Seattle Capital Campaign Bishop Skelton offers an invitation to join in the momentous work of St. Luke’s, Seattle’s redevelopment of their property to create affordable housing and a new worship space. You, too, can help to Build a Place Where Love Dwells! You can make a commitment or donation online by going to the St. Luke’s Development website at: https://stlukesseattle.org/st-lukes-property-redevelopment/ You can write a check to St. Luke’s, marked “Redevelopment” and send it directly to: 5710 […]
News from the Diocese of Olympia View as Webpage June 28, 2024 The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe Elected 28th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe, bishop of the Episcopal Dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York, was elected and confirmed the 28th presiding bishop and primate of The Episcopal Church on June 26 for a nine-year term beginning Nov. 1. READ MORE The Diocese of Olympia at General Convention The deputation from the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia is busy at General Convention! Members of the deputation have sent a […]
Week of July 7, 2024 Prayer of the Day God of the covenant, in our baptism you call us to proclaim the coming of your kingdom. Give us the courage you gave the apostles, that we may faithfully witness to your love and peace in every circumstance of life, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. The June Edition of is here! This is a monthly newsletter created by the SWWA Synod’s Reconciling in Christ Work Team and ready for download below… download here Upcoming Events links to event info embedded if applicable […]
Week of June 30, 2024 Prayer of the Day Almighty and merciful God, we implore you to hear the prayers of your people. Be our strong defense against all harm and danger, that we may live and grow in faith and hope, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Upcoming Events links to event info embedded if applicable August 20 Synod Listening Post @ Trinity, Parkland September 27 – 28 PSALM Retreat @ Seabeck September 30 – October 3 FCTE January 14 – 15, 2025 Bishop’s Convocation June 13 – 14, 2025 Synod Assembly @ PLU […]
News from the Diocese of Olympia View as Webpage June 14, 2024 Ordinations to the Priesthood On Saturday, June 15, The Most Rev. Melissa Skelton, Bishop Provisional in the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, ordained six new priests in Seattle: Phillip Lienau, Theresa Newell, Lisa Ozaeta, Martin Pommerenke, Myra Ryneheart Corcorran, and Robert Stevens. It was a time of joy and celebration for the entire community. You can see photos of the service and celebration at the link below. READ MORE Thank Bishop Skelton Join us in thanking Bishop Skelton for compassionately and faithfully shepherding our […]
James+ The Rt. Rev. Vincent Warner (1940-2024) June 20, 2024 Greetings, People of the Diocese of Olympia You will find below a short biography for The Rt. Rev. Vincent Warner, former bishop of the Diocese of Olympia. The funeral and celebration of life for Bishop Warner will be Saturday, July 13, at 1:00 pm at Saint Mark’s Cathedral in Seattle, with a viewing prior to the service in the Thomsen Chapel. Please keep +Vincent, his family, his friends, and all who respected and loved him in your prayers. In Christ, +Melissa The Rt. Rev. Vincent W. Warner, D.D. (1940-2024) […]