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GRANTS & LOANS

 

SAFE CHURCH TRAININGS

 
 

Celebrating Blessed Absalom in good and blessed company!

Thank you to the people of St. Stephen’s, Bloomfield, for hosting ECCT at a good and blessed service commemorating the Rev. Absalom Jones, the first Priest of African Descent in The Episcopal Church. The Very Rev. Rowena Kemp, Dean of the North Central Region, preached a powerful sermon using the life of the Rev. Absalom Jones to remind us of the power of persevering in love.

 
 
 

Have you submitted your 2025 Parochial Report?

If you have not already filed your Parochial Report for 2025, please do so before the March 1 deadline.

Reminders, Updates, and Clarifications:

  • Supplemental Form is required for all parishes.
  • Rental & Fundraising Income on Supplement (Line S3): Parishes should include the NET rental income on line S3 of the supplemental page.
  • Logins remain unchanged year to year.
  • Online filing only. Hard copies will not be accepted.
  • Blank Forms with Supplement available in the portal. Select Download/Print Reports.
  • For assistance contact Gigi Leackfeldt at gleackfeldt@episcopalct.org.

Annual Parish Survey, Creation Care Survey & Commons Companion Available


The Annual Parish Survey is due by June 30 each year, but, why wait? Take a few minutes and fill out the form today!

 

And while you're at it, don't forget to complete your parish's annual Creation Care Survey on our recently updated, easier-to-access form.

 

If you have any issues submitting forms on the ECCT website, please contact the Rev. Stacey Kohl at skohl@episcopalct.org.

 

Updated Commons Companion Now Available! Including: Good Standing Information, Administration & Financial Resources, Clergy & Lay Compensation Details, and more!

 

Parishes Without Settled Clergy Meet & Greet: March 5 via Zoom


Wardens serving parishes without settled clergy are invited to gather for a virtual Meet & Greet on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 PM via Zoom.


Designed to foster connection, mutual support, and shared learning, this informal conversation will offer space to get to know one another and share how things are going within your congregations.


For more information, contact the Rev. Jill Morrison at jmorrison@episcopalct.org.

Greater Bridgeport Area Ministry Network Zoom Meet & Greet


The Greater Bridgeport Area Ministry Network invites local clergy and wardens for a Zoom Meet & Greet on Wednesday, February 25 at 6:30 PM.


This gathering will be an opportunity to share what is happening across the city, build relationships, and explore together how we might strengthen our collective ministry and witness. Parishes without settled clergy are encouraged to attend.


RSVPs are appreciated but not required to the Rev. Jill Morrison at jmorrison@episcopalct.org.

 
 
 

Jack Spaeth Creation Care Grant: Deadline Approaching


The Jack Spaeth Creation Care Grant Committee is accepting applications for projects which will preserve and celebrate God’s creation or projects that work toward climate justice. Applications should include a description of the project, a timeline, as well as information about the parish's involvement in the project and how children and youth will be engaged. Applications due by February 26.

 
 

Scholarship Applications for Young People & Children of Clergy Open


ECCT offers scholarships for young people, under the age of 25, who are affiliated with a parish or worshipping community in the Episcopal Church in Connecticut (Scholarships for Young People) as well as to children under the age of 25, whose parent(s) or guardian(s) are clergypersons canonically resident and serving in the Episcopal Church in Connecticut (Children of Clergy Scholarship). Please encourage young people in your parish or worshipping community to learn more. Applications are due by April 1.


Last year, we awarded $143,247 to 52 young people!

 

Bishops' Corner: ECCT-wide Online Confirmation Class for Youth coming in April

In light of the enthusiastic response to our recent wondering about a diocesan-wide Confirmation Class, we will be hosting an ECCT-wide online Confirmation Class for youth grades 7–11 and their mentors via Zoom. Classes will meet on Sundays from 7–8 PM begining April 12 and going through May 17. The class will be led by Bishop Laura, Bishop Jeff, and the Rev. Erika Hagan, Associate for Caring Ministries at St. Stephen's, Ridgefield.


Register below to receive the Zoom link For more information, contact Bishop Laura at lahrens@episcopalct.org.

Don't Miss Camp Washington's Youth Confirmation Retreat!: Designed for youth grades 7–11 and their adult leaders, join Bishop Laura at Camp Washington on March 6–7 to have fun, hang out, and explore questions like: What does confirmation mean? What difference will confirmation make in my life? What happens after confirmation? Learn more and register online.

Upcoming Regional Confirmation Services:

  • Saturday, April 4 at Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford
  • Saturday, May 16 at St. Mark's, New Canaan
  • Saturday, May 30 at St. Luke's, Darien


Contact Canon Alison Hollo at ahollo@episcopalct.org for more information about these or other Sunday morning options.

 

News & Updates from Our Cathedral

 

Region Confirmation Service

April 4 at 7:30 PM

Join with others from the North Central region and beyond for the Great Vigil of Easter at Christ Church Cathedral, including confirmations, baptisms, and reaffirmations.


Watch for more information about Holy Week services at Christ Church Cathedral.

News & Updates from Our Camp

 

Thank You for Celebrating Camp Washington Sunday!


Check out some social media highlights on Camp Washington's Instagram and ECCT's Instagram.


Are you ready to register for Summer Camp 2026?

Registration is open!


Are you called to be one of our awesome Summer Camp staff?

Apply now!

 
 

Wednesday Morning Calls

 

Join our Bishops, clergy, and lay leaders around the diocese for a time of discussion and connection Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30 AM.


Wardens' Without Clergy: February 25

Wednesday Bishops' Call for Clergy & Lay Leaders: March 4

All Wardens' Call: March 11


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

 
 

Lay Preaching Groups

Gather with lay preachers from across the diocese for a time of reflection and conversation as you prepare to preach on Sunday. 


Hours at The Commons

The Commons is open Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM.

Mark your calendars for Spring Training & Gathering 2026

Coming April 27–30 online and May 2 on location at Berlin High School

Upcoming Events

February

26

 

Justice Jam: A time of conversation and support for responding faithfully in the public square

Zoom

Learn more & register

February

26

 

Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of a New Rector

St. Peter's, Cheshire

March

14

 

ECCT's Leadership Gathering & Mission Council Meet

St. Paul's, Riverside

View upcoming events from across ECCT!

 

Transitions

 

Clergy, if you are interested in any of our parishes or have questions about the transition process, please reach out to Jaylynn Foreman, Program Assistant for Congregations & Transitions.

Employment Opportunities

 
 

Parishes Job Postings

 
 

ECCT Job Postings

 
 

Camp Washington Job Postings

 
 
 
 
 
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