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A statement and prayer from Bishop Marc Andrus and Bishop Coadjutor Austin Rios following the shooting of President Trump
Dear beloved friends in Christ, While it is unclear exactly what happened at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, we are relieved that former President Trump is reported to be safe. However, we are deeply saddened to learn that a member of the audience was...
Remembering the Rev. Cecil Willams: a message from Bishop Marc Andrus
Today we mourn the passing of one of the Bay Area’s brightest lights, the Rev. Cecil Williams. As the co-founder and longtime pastor of Glide Memorial Church, San Francisco, Williams fervently embraced Christ’s call to feed, clothe, and shelter his neighbors in need....
Remembering the Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus of Grace Cathedral
A message from Bishop Marc “Loving God, Source of all mercies and giver of all comfort: Deal graciously, we pray thee, with all those who mourn, that casting every care on you, they may know the consolation of your love.” -BCP page 489 The Very Reverend Alan Jones,...
A letter and call to Action from the COP28 Faith Pavilion
Dear partners and friends, The COP28 Faith Pavilion has issued a Call to Action urging summit negotiators to reach more ambitious commitments, that reflect the values of justice, interconnectedness and compassion for those most affected. Faith communities at COP28...
Faith for Climate: A Call to Action
Inspired by the Interfaith Statement signed by Pope Francis, Ahmed El-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al Azhar, and around 30 religious leaders and representatives from a range of traditions, launched on December 3, the Faith Pavilion at COP28 puts forth this Call to Action....
Remembering Sandra Day O’Connor: A message from Bishop Marc
With deep gratitude, we remember the remarkable life and legacy of Sandra Day O’Connor, a wise and pioneering jurist who will forever be remembered as the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Justice O’Conner was also a faithful Episcopalian, a lay leader...