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Once a year, the Episcopal Church in Connecticut gathers together for worship, prayer, listening, learning, and to conduct the business of our Diocese at our Annual Convention. This year's Annual Convention will take place on Oct. 24–25 in Bristol, CT.
As we prepare for our 241st Annual Convention, everyone across ECCT (whether delegates or not!) is invited to join us for our pre-Convention Budget and Resolution listening sessions.
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2026 Proposed Budget of Convention Presentation
Three Zoom Sessions Available: Sept 30, Oct. 1, or Oct. 2
Join our Bishops and ECCT’s Canon for Finance & Operations, Rosanna Rosado, as they review the proposed 2026 ECCT Budget, which will be voted on at this year’s Annual Convention.
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Annual Convention Resolution Listening Session
October 9 at 6 PM
Join the submitters of all our 2025 Resolutions to learn more about how each resolution was shaped and how they will invite us to grow in faith, live in hope, and serve in love. Bring your questions! Full resolution text available on ECCT’s website.
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Annual Convention, Nominations Open Until Sept. 26
Do you know someone whose gifts, experience, and skills could benefit ECCT? Do you feel called to serve in leadership?
Consider nominating yourself or someone else, with their permission of course, for one of our open positions. Nominations but be completed online by September 26.
Open Positions include:
- Deputy to The General Convention of The Episcopal Church (lay or clergy)
- Member of Standing Committee (lay or clergy)
- Member of Mission Council (lay or clergy)
- Delegate to Province 1 (lay or clergy)
Learn more about open positions and find the link to the nomination form online.
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Join us for ECCT's Pride Worship Service: Sept. 12
Join the Episcopal Church in Connecticut at Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford, on Friday, September 12 at 6 PM, for a service of prayer and music celebrating God's "Fabulously Made" LGBTQ+ community and allies.
The service will be followed by light refreshments. Validated parking available at MAT Garage across Church Street from the Cathedral.
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ECCT at The Hartford Pride Event: Hosted by Christ Church Cathedral, Sept. 13
Join Christ Church Cathedral's Clergy and LGBTQIA+ Ministry Team at the Cathedral's booth during The Hartford Pride Event on Saturday, September 13 from 12–6 PM.
The booth will be located at Trumbull and Pratt Street in downtown Hartford.
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The Episcopal Church's Province I: News & Updates
Province I is one of the nine provinces of The Episcopal Church. Geographically, the province includes the seven dioceses of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, (Eastern) Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
Learn more about what's going on across Province I and sign up to receive its monthly newsletter.
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Looking for a Province I Representative to the UTO Board
The United Thank Offering, a ministry of The Episcopal Church that supports innovative mission projects and promotes thankful giving, welcomes applications from anyone living in Province I of The Episcopal Church (which includes ECCT) interested in serving on the ministry’s board.
Applications require an endorsement letter from an Episcopal Church leader.
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Bishops' Corner: Trinity College Chapel Preacher & Book Talk | | | | |
The Reverend Canon Leyla King is a Palestinian American Episcopal priest and writer. She is a founding member of Palestinian Anglicans and Clergy Allies and The Small Churches Big Impact Collective. Currently, she serves as the Canon for Mission in Small Congregations for the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.
Join Trinity College for their Sunday Chapel Service on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 4 PM. Featuring guest preacher the Rev. Cn. Leyla King. The service will be followed by a special Sunday Supper for dialogue and to hear portions of her new book, Daughters of Palestine: A Memoir in Five Generations.
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30 Minutes with the Preacher
Sundays in September, 9:30 AM
Ever wondered where a sermon comes from? Between the 8 and 10 AM services, join the preacher of the day in the Childcare/Library Room for a discussion of their sermon, ideas, and the writing process.
Make plans now to join our Cathedral on September 21 for Homecoming Sunday!
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Youth Group on the Move
September 21, 3–6 PM
Youth and youth groups come together at Camp Washington to share stories, games, music, food, and fun! A great way to make new friends and become part of a big CW Youth Group. Register online.
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Join our Bishops, clergy, and lay leaders around the diocese for a time of discussion and connection Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30 AM.
Mark your calendars!
All Warden's Call will resume on September 10.
Warden's Call for Parishes without Clergy will resume on September 24.
Zoom information is the same for all calls.
By video: https://episcopalct.zoom.us/j/2010776405#success
By phone: +1-646-558-8656 US; Meeting ID: 201 077 6405
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Gather with lay preachers from across the diocese every Tuesday 9-10 AM online for a time of reflection and conversation as you prepare to preach on Sunday.
Zoom information:
By video: https://episcopalct.zoom.us/j/88099293744
By phone:+1-309-205-3325 US; Meeting ID: 880 9929 3744
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Hours at The Commons
The Commons has resumed its regular hours, Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM.
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Mandatory Clergy Professional Development Zoom Make-up Session
Register online
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Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of a New Rector
St. James, Danbury
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203.639.3501
290 Pratt Street, Box 52
Meriden, CT 06450
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