2019 in review: Learning to love God, one another, and all creation
A few of our favorite ministry moments from 2019, a year for visioning, experimenting, and sharing God's love in Central New York.
Christmas tree bonfires share “the light of Christ” on the eve of Epiphany
Featured image: Held on Epiphany eve, the annual Christmas Tree Burn at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania is a popular community event. Photo by the Rev. Callie [...]
Diocesan Staffing Update from Bishop Duncan-Probe
I am delighted to share with you the good news that Meredith Kadet Sanderson has accepted a call to serve as Chief of Staff and Director of Communications for our diocese, effective January 1, 2020.
A Canon to the Ordinary wears many hats
Update—December 30, 2019: Canon John’s message of thanks to the people of the Diocese of Central New York is now available at the end of this article. …in answer to that question, [...]
John Rohde, local jazz musician, to be ordained priest in Syracuse
The Rt. Rev. Dr. DeDe Duncan-Probe, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central New York, will ordain local jazz musician John Rohde to the priesthood at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14 at St. [...]
Meet the Ordinand: John Rohde
Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe will ordain John Rohde to the priesthood on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in downtown Syracuse.
How to reduce harm from “phishing” email fraud
In the diocesan office this week, we’ve seen an increase in reports of a type of email fraud called “phishing.” Scammers will set up a new email address using the name of [...]
Diocese refers information about alleged financial wrongdoing by New Hartford priest to law enforcement officials
The Episcopal Diocese of Central New York and the Vestry of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in New Hartford, NY have today turned over to law enforcement officials materials relevant to alleged [...]
Bishop Duncan-Probe provides update on alleged financial wrongdoing by New Hartford priest
"In this Diocese, we have a shared commitment to transparency and accountability, acting in ways that honor the sacred trust of being a community of faith. While there may be times when that [...]
Six ways to observe Advent in 2019
Wondering where to find peace and time with God during the busy holiday season? Here are a few great offerings from around the Church for Advent 2018. Most of these programs and activities are [...]