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  • Fourth Sunday of Advent

    Posted: December 19, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Today we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ . No matter where we find ourselves this morning -...
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  • All The Colors of Christmas

    Posted: December 17, 2020 | Filed Under: Spotlight

    We are pleased to share a very special project with you today, that we hope will be useful to you as we enter into these final days of Advent and prepare for the season of Christmas. All The Colors of Christmas is a book that my assistants and I have...
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  • Ordination Information (Sherry Coman & Jordan Smith)

    Posted: December 13, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Watch The Ordination Service The Ordination of Sherry Coman & Jordan Smith will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 2pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Bishop Michael Pryse cordially invites you to gather virtually for the mediated Ordination Worship Service which will be livestreamed on the Eastern Synod Facebook...
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  • Ordination Worship Guide

    Posted: December 13, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Worship Guide - Dec 14, 2020Download
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  • Third Sunday of Advent

    Posted: December 11, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ . No matter where we find ourselves this morning -...
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  • Second Sunday of Advent

    Posted: December 4, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ. No matter where we find ourselves this morning – God...
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  • Guidelines to Hold Congregational Annual E-Meetings

    Posted: December 2, 2020 | Filed Under: Newsletters

    The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has forced congregations to consider alternatives to in person meetings when holding annual and congregational meetings. Whether holding an in person meeting, an electronic meeting, or no meeting at all, this document outlines a number of guidelines and things to consider as congregations plan for those...
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  • What is BOX? A Resource Introduction

    Posted: December 2, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    During the very earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly realized the pressing need to share a vast number of resources in the most timely and efficient way possible. In consultation with the National Church, and through their generosity, we started to use a program called 'BOX'. It's been...
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  • Return to Different

    Posted: November 27, 2020 | Filed Under: From the Bishop's Desk

    In recent weeks many, but not all, of our Eastern Synod congregations have once again begun to meet for in-person worship. New protocols and procedures have been put in place. It’s felt kind of strange and for those of us who have returned, our experience of going to church feels...
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  • First Sunday of Advent

    Posted: November 27, 2020 | Filed Under: Uncategorised

    Today we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ. No matter where we find ourselves this morning - God...
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