ECW’s “Fishing for Souls” Gathering Brings Women Together in Faith

May 2, 2026

The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) gathered May 1–2, 2026, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church for its 139th Annual Gathering, “Fishing for Souls.”

We are delighted to recognize this year’s ECW Honored Women:

  • Lauren Dunn, St. George’s Episcopal Church, New Orleans
  • Kathleen Turner, Christ Episcopal Church, Covington
  • Sharon Pontiff, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Houma

The gathering also featured guest speakers Brother Todd van Alstyne and the Rev. Annie Jung. Bishop Shannon Duckworth was the celebrant and preacher at the Eucharist. 

The Clericus: November 2021-January 2022

The Clericus: November 2021-January 2022

New Clergy in the Diocese The Rev. Annie Jung was ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons on December 15, 2021, at St, James, Baton Rouge. She will finish her last semester at Virginia Theological Seminary in May 2022. View photographs of the service here. Transitions...

Mask Mandate

Mask Mandate

December 20, 2021 Dear Sisters and Brothers, Once again we find ourselves at a crossroad. COVID cases are climbing at dangerous rates and we are expecting large crowds for Christmas Eve services. With consultation from Dr. Figueroa who has been faithful in advising...

Christmas Concerts 2021

Christmas Concerts 2021

  Enjoy the sounds of the season and beautiful music around the Diocese of Louisiana. For additions or corrections to this list, email Karen Mackey kmackey@edola.org. [eo_events event-tag="christmas-concert" event_start_after="2021-12-1"...

Lessons and Carols 2021

Lessons and Carols 2021

  Join us for a service of Lessons & Carols this Advent Season. Find a service around the Diocese of Louisiana below. For additions or corrections to this list, email Karen Mackey kmackey@edola.org. [eo_events event-tag="lessons-and-carols"...