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COVID-19 Response
Indoor in-person gatherings are suspended in all parishes of the Episcopal Diocese of Central New York beginning November 29, 2020. Robust online worship and opportunities for learning and connection continue. Outdoor and “drive-in” gatherings, with Holy Eucharist, are permitted, as is live-streaming and recording worship from within church buildings. Essential community outreach ministries continue.
Working for racial justice
From Juneteenth to Juneteenth, the primary focus of the Diocese of Central New York is to Listen, Learn, and Respond as we confront the sin of systemic racism. Please join us in this Gospel work with new opportunities, actions, and resources each month.
Diocesan Convention
News & Updates
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Try an at-home Advent kit this season
From the Rev. Jenny Scott of Grace Church in Elmira: As with all things 2020, Advent this year will be different. But I believe that different can be just what the Holy Spirit ordered to connect with each of us in a new way. I have curated a collection of items to fill an at-home advent kit which will offer a variety of Advent spiritual practices to do on one’s own. -
Bishop Duncan-Probe announces updated diocesan COVID-19 response
As infection rates rise in our region and around the U.S., Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe has announced updates to the diocesan COVID-19 response. Indoor in-person gatherings will be suspended beginning Sunday, November 29, 2020 and continuing through at least January 1, 2021. Updated diocesan guidelines are now available at cnyepiscopal.org/covid-19. -
The Faces of the 152nd Convention
We missed seeing all of you in person this year for the 152nd Convention, but we were thrilled to receive photos sent to us by some of our participants. Maybe slightly even more inspiring than the human photos we received, are the photos of all of our furry friends who comforted us nearby while we […] -
"Bring it!" Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe's sermon for Morning Prayer for the 152nd Convention
Sermon preached by the Rt. Rev. Dr. DeDe Duncan-Probe, eleventh Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central New York, at the worship service for the 152nd Diocesan Convention on Sunday, November 15th, 2020. (View the full service here.) Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14; Isaiah 55:1-13; 2 Corinthians 4:1-10; John 15:-11 Transcript Come Holy Spirit, may truth be […] -
Presiding Bishop Curry's greeting to the 152nd Convention
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's greeting to the 152nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Central New York.
Upcoming Events
Coffee with the Bishop
December 1, 7:30 am–8:00 amAn event every week that begins at 7:30 am on Tuesday and Thursday, repeating until December 31, 2020
Coffee with the bishop is back! Join Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe on Facebook Live (at facebook.com/bishopdede/live) every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30 a.m. for coffee, prayer, and a morning check-in.
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Advent Retreat for Clergy
December 1, 4:00 pm–6:00 pmAll clergy of the Diocese are invited to an Advent Clergy Retreat on Tuesday, December 1st from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Biblical scholar Dr. Deirdre Good will lead a bible study on the readings for Advent and Christmas with an opening and closing prayer led by Bishop Duncan-Probe. Please REGISTER (free) to...
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Advent and Christmas Roundtable Discussion
December 2, 12:00 pm–1:00 pmThis event is for clergy and lay leaders who are looking to share ideas about how to celebrate Advent and Christmas during this pandemic. The mission of this roundtable is to engage our creativity, and learn from one another. This event is free and will take place on Zoom on December 2nd from 12...
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Advent Retreat for Lay Leaders
December 3, 6:00 pm–7:30 pmAll lay leaders of our parishes are invited to a free online Advent Retreat on Thursday, December 3rd from 6:00-7:30 p.m. This retreat, led by spiritual director Carol Ackley, is an opportunity to enter into stillness and quiet for your spiritual refreshment. It is not a teaching time, but a time to...
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Speak Faith: Come and See!
December 8, 12:00 pm–1:00 pmInterested in learning more about 2021's “Speak Faith” formation opportunity? Join us for a quick preview! St. Francis has been attributed with this saying: “Preach the Gospel at all times; use words if necessary.” Our Bishop reminds us that in these times of great change and struggle—usin...
Find out more »Speak Faith: Come and See!
December 9, 6:00 pm–7:00 pmInterested in learning more about 2021's “Speak Faith” formation opportunity? Join us for a quick preview! St. Francis has been attributed with this saying: “Preach the Gospel at all times; use words if necessary.” Our Bishop reminds us that in these times of great change and struggle—usin...
Find out more »Advent and Christmas Roundtable Discussion
December 10, 6:00 pm–7:00 pmThis event is for clergy and lay leaders who are looking to share ideas about how to celebrate Advent and Christmas during this pandemic. The mission of this roundtable is to engage our creativity, and learn from one another. This event is free and will take place on Zoom on December 10th at 6:00p...
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