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Episcopal Diocese of Rochester Announces Communications Specialist

Monday, August 14, 2017

The Episcopal Diocese of Rochester has named Stephen Richards as the new Communications Specialist. Mr. Richards will oversee all internal and external communications for the Diocese, along with coordinating with the 48 Congregations in the Diocese. He will work out of the main office of the Diocese along-side the rest of the leadership staff.

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The Last, The Lost, The Least

Friday, August 11, 2017

 

Imagine being a parent, raising a child, and facing the devastation of losing a place to live.  It has been said that many of us are just a couple of paychecks away from financial crisis.  Such crisis can be due to a loss of employment, a catastrophic medical need or some other unplanned event in our lives where we simply need help. 

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MISSIONPALOOZA 2017

Thursday, August 3, 2017

It’s often said, It takes a village.  That’s the fundamental cornerstone supporting Missionpalooza 2017.  Missionpalooza offers an opportunity for youth to get involved in service projects in the City of Rochester.  Participation grew from fifteen kids in 2016 to thirty-five this year!  Various churches (St. Thomas', Rochester; Christ Church, Pittsford; Church of the Good Shepard, Webster; Saint George's, Hilton; Grace Church, Scottsville; St. Paul's, Rochester; St John's, Clifton Springs) gathered together this week of community service in the City of Rochester.

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A Message to Delegates from Bishop Singh

Thursday, July 20, 2017

 

Dear friends,

Summer greetings! Hope you and your loved ones are well and planning for some fun-filled times of refreshment, either at home or away. Please read this entire letter as it contains changes in how we will gather and prepare for our Convention this fall! 

 

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Job Posting - Communications Specialist

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

The Episcopal Diocese of Rochester consists of 48 churches located in 8 counties in Upstate NY. The Diocesan staff is located at 3825 E. Henrietta Rd. The staff works together to support the mission and ministry of the churches under the leadership of the Bishop. The Diocesan; vision “Joy in Christ, a way of life” is expressed through radical hospitality, passionate spirituality and thoughtful engagement. We are focused on three areas of formation; building relationships, leadership development and thoughtful stewardship.

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The Rev. Andrea Stridiron Named Convention Secretary

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

The 85th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Rochester has confirmed the Rev. Andrea Stridiron to serve as Convention Secretary for the Diocese of Rochester. Appointed by Bishop Singh and Standing Committee, Stridiron also serves as deacon at St. Thomas', Rochester.

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