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Bishop Keith’s Christmas Message to SW WA Synod (2025)
Dear siblings in Christ of the Southwestern Washington Synod,Grace and peace to you in the name of the newborn Christ! At Christmas we rejoice in the good news that God has come near, that the Word became flesh and made a home among us. This is the heart of our faith and the gift we receive again in this holy season.In the story we heard on Christmas Eve, the angel says to the shepherds, “I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, […]
Bishop LaBelle’s Christmas 2025 Address
View as Webpage December 23, 2025″Within all of that turmoil, both on a large scale, but also in our own individual lives, we’re reminded that God is with us.”Bishop LaBelle shares his reflections on Christmas this year and what it means that God is with us. HOMEFIND A CHURCHGIVECONTACT USDiocese of Olympia | 1551 10th Ave E | Seattle, WA 98102 US
Episcopal Presiding Bishop’s Christmas Letter (2025)
View this email in your browserForward this email to a friendNote: The following information is presented in English and Spanish.Aviso: La siguiente información se presenta en inglés y en español.Christmas message from Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Sean RoweThe Nativity and the Adoration of the Magi, Greek Orthodox icon, circa 17th century. / El nacimiento y la adoración de los Reyes Magos, icono ortodoxo griego, circa siglo XVII.Dear people of God in The Episcopal Church, If you imagine yourself as a character in the Gospel Nativity readings, you’ll soon realize that the first Christmas was not about staying home by a warm […]
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Flooding Across Western Washington: Impact and Donations (2025)
December 11, 2025Flooding Across Western Washington: Impact and DonationsDear Friends across the Diocese,I am certain you have been very much aware of the catastrophic flooding happening here in Western Washington. I have been in contact with Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) who is eager to assist needs that may emerge in our Diocese.First, know that my prayers are with those who’ve been impacted, and I encourage you to offer your own prayers as well.Second, we have developed a form in conjunction with ERD to assess the need for assistance. If you, your congregation, or others in your community […]