Outreach

What happens when a priest takes office hours outside the church walls? The Rev. Dr. Joanna Benskin shares how a simple summertime idea—meeting people in parks, coffee shops, farmers' markets, [...]

What began with a difficult decision at Christ Church in Binghamton has grown into a remarkable movement of faith in action. Congregations, nonprofits, and community partners are working [...]

In a world full of struggle, God is still present—and calling us to hope, courage, and faithful action. Discover why God still matters, even now.

In times like these, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The news is filled with division, injustice, and uncertainty. It can feel like nothing we do matters—that the world is just […]

Dear Friends, It’s understandable that many people only think of Los Angeles in regard to movies, tv, and all that is Hollywood. For Chris and I, it is the place […]

The statistics around addiction and mental health issues are staggering. In 2021, the year of the most recent Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Survey on [...]

The Diocesan Board has awarded fifteen Ministry Grants totaling $34,526.94 to parishes and organizations of the Diocese of Central New York in the Fall 2022 grant cycle. Ministry Grants fund [...]

Author Rose Bish, a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Speedsville, shares how her faith and the support of her church community encouraged her to lead a community response to recent gun [...]

The Diocese of Central New York recommends the following resources to congregations reviewing and updating emergency preparedness and response plans: FEMA's Guide for Developing High- Quality [...]