Thursday, February 16, 2023
by the Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth During the installation of a rector, a variety of gifts are given to the priest. These include such things as oil, bread, wine, a stole, a prayer book, and water for baptism. Representatives from the parish present these as...
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
by the Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth “Please take care of yourself, and each other.” This is the signoff used by Lester Holt at the end of every broadcast of the Nightly News. It is a simple phrase, but one that carries tremendous weight and...
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
As we move more deeply into this holy season, I am so aware that the rhythm of life and ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana beats strongly; and I am grateful for each unique expression of Christ’s love in our parishes, schools and communities of faith. My...
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
November 9, 2022 Dear brothers and sisters, Grace and peace to you in our Lord Jesus Christ. At the 185th Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, I shared the story of the design of my Episcopal ring. As the granddaughter of Greek immigrants, this...
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Pet Blessings around the Diocese of Louisiana. Please join us! Saturday, October 1 [eo_events event-tag=”pet-blessing” ondate=”2022-10-1″] %event_content% [/eo_events] Sunday, October 2 [eo_events event-tag=”pet-blessing”...
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
In the New Testament story of Martha and Mary, Martha tells Jesus to tell Mary to get up and help her. Jesus tells Martha: “You are too distracted, only one thing is important and Mary has chosen the better part.” When I came into the fellowship of A.A. I was...
