Category: Diocesan News and Information

A Healthy Turnout For Ordination Exploration

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Two dozen people – a majority of them interested in exploring potential calls to be ordained Episcopal priests or deacons, or simply seeking deeper forms… Read More

Anglican Archbishop Plans Extended Visit Here

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An Anglican archbishop from central Africa is coming to learn about the Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh. The Diocese, in return, will learn about a church… Read More

Important Information About Diocesan Insurance Plans Available

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Clergy and Lay Employees in the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh-TEC who participate in the diocesan group medical/optical/dental insurance plans: Group Insurance Plans will be changing,… Read More

As Summer Sizzles, Our Parishes Play It Cool

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It’s that time of year when people like to chill, just as the temperatures tend to climb. So what’s a church to do? A sampling… Read More

Penguins, Prayers, And Pay-offs

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The Bishop of Michigan, the Rt. Rev. Wendell Gibbs, might want to ask his counterpart in Arizona for advice. That’s because if Pittsburgh Assisting Bishop… Read More

Hearing Conducted In Diocesan Assets Case

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May 27, 2009 The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh presented its case in court today for regaining control of diocesan assets still held by former leaders… Read More

Consent Withheld On Northern Michigan Bishop-Elect

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The Standing Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh has unanimously withheld its consent of a candidate for Bishop in Michigan because of his questionable… Read More

Leadership Groups Begin Building Foundation For Unity

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By Dana Phillips In an exciting new way of doing business, members of Diocesan Council, the Standing Committee, and the Board of Trustees met jointly… Read More

Diocesan Council Aids Youth Programs & Parishes

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Over $35,000 in grants, reduced assessment for some parishes, and a new youth initiative were approved by Diocesan Council this week, in an overwhelming show… Read More

Diocesan Youth Initiative Group Formed, Seeks Input

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The newly formed Diocesan Youth Initiative is gathering information on the current youth programs in existence around the diocese. If your parish has an active… Read More