Dear Friends, Well, here we are,only 84 days away from our Diocesan Convention! Time sure does fly.😊 Here are some Convention updates that you need to know: Nominations are now being received for Diocesan Council (1 clergy & 1 lay for a 3-year term) and Standing Committee (1 clergy & 1 lay for a 3-year term.  A…

There are seeds that fall on the sideways and byways, the seeds that fall on the rocky grounds and thorny bushes, and then there are seeds that fall on good soil. We have been taught many times that how our hearts are prepared to receive the Good News of God will determine the quality of the soil.…

Blocks of rooms have been made with the following hotels for Convention weekend (November 10 & 11). All hotels are off the Eagle exit on I84 Tru (Hilton) 208-519-3535 1401 S Eagle Rd Meridian, ID Double queen – $116/night King – $126/night Towneplace Suites 208-884-8550 1415 S Eagle Rd Meridian, ID Double queen – $129/night King –…

God’s Word, My Voice:  A Lectionary for Children.  A simple resource for including children in the common worship of the church.  As we approach the end of the school year many parishes also bid adieu to weekly church school classes.  As Episcopalians we welcome this time!  As much as we love church school, our theology has always…

A message from Bishop Jos following the arrest of a suspect in the Moscow murders Dear sisters and brothers, Peace to you, your loved ones, and your communities. I’m sure many of you are following the news regarding the heart-wrenching murders of University of Idaho students Ethan, Madison, Xana, and Kaylee. I imagine many, myself included, continue…