You're Invited: Conversation with the Rev'd Canon Stephanie Spellers and Bishop Julia | | |
Join Bishop Julia and the Rev’d Canon Stephanie Spellers, a leading voice in the Episcopal Church, for a discussion of her new book, “Church Tomorrow: What the 'Nones' and 'Dones' Teach Us About the Future of Faith.”
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for a reception and book signing. At 5:30 p.m. ,Bishop Julia will host a conversation with Canon Spellers about building the church of the future. Pre-purchase a discounted book with your RSVP and pick it up at the event. This event is free and open to all!
Later Thursday evening, Canon Spellers will lead a celebration of The Crossing’s 20th anniversary.
| | An Evening of Poetry and Conversation with Pádraig Ó Tuama | | |
Bishop Julia Whitworth invites you to an evening of poetry and conversation with Pádraig Ó Tuama, host of the Poetry Unbound podcast.
Pádraig will read from his collection Kitchen Hymns, along with other new work, and will join Bishop Julia for a thoughtful conversation with the audience.
Wednesday, April 29th
Doors Open at 5:00 p.m.
Event Starts at 5:30 p.m.
Christ Church Cambridge
0 Garden St., Cambridge, MA
This event, presented in partnership with Christ Church Cambridge, The St. Paul Center for Theology and Prayer, and the Harvard Episcopal Chaplaincy invites the wider community to engage with the power of poetry to stir the soul.
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Earlier today, clergy from across the diocese gathered to renew their vows together during this Holy Week.
Photos from the service—including moments of worship are featured below.
| | Immigration Legal Emergency Fund | | |
In response to the Bishop's recent appeal, we have raised $223,000 and have given
$178,528 in assistance.
These funds continue to provide urgent assistance to individuals and families across our diocesan communities, helping address immediate legal and financial needs. As those needs continue to grow, we invite you to consider making a gift.
| | A Partnership That Spans Borders | | |
For more than 25 years, the Church of the Good Shepherd in Acton has forged a vital partnership with the village of El Ocotillo in El Salvador—supporting education, sharing worship, and building lasting connections across communities.
This relationship is one example of the partnerships congregations across our diocese have forged both locally and internationally, answering the call to walk together in faith, not just to give.
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Care Solace is a confidential mental health care coordination service available to individuals and families across the Diocese of Massachusetts.
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Apply for the Mustard Seed Project
The Mustard Seed Project is a new ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts that will cultivate regional, non-residential young adult formation and discipleship communities. These inclusive and creative communities will gather young adults to worship, spiritual formation, and leadership development rooted in God's justice, joy, and love.
Questions?
Contact the The Rev'd Shannon Kelly, Missioner for Children, Youth, and Young Adult Formation, at skelly@diomass.org.
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The Crossing Turns 20
Celebrate 20 years of The Crossing on Thursday, April 9th, at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul.
At 5 p.m., join a book talk on “Church Tomorrow” with Bishop Julia Whitworth and the Rev'd Steph Spellers, followed by light fare. At 7 p.m., gather for worship with Eucharist and song.
| | | On Good Friday at 4 p.m., the Episcopal City Mission is partnering with the Massachusetts Communities Action Network and ecumenical partners to gather in Boston at the JFK Building in prayer with and for our immigrant neighbors. All are welcome to attend and stand together in faithful solidarity. | | |
Old North Church and Bishop Julia invite you to the 2026 Lantern Service on Friday, April 17th, commemorating the historic ‘two if by sea’ lantern signal of 1775 and celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence.
This year’s keynote speaker is Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.
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Faithful Resistance Training with Episcopal City Mission and Partners
You are invited to an afternoon of faith-rooted learning, reflection, and action on Sunday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.–5 p.m. at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul.
This free training invites participants to explore how we respond faithfully amid rising challenges to our communities and democracy. Through song, discussion, and skill-building, attendees will reflect on their role in collective action, discern levels of risk, and learn practical tools for community care, nonviolent resistance, and organizing.
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Racial Justice Book Group
The Racial Justice Commission of the Diocese of Massachusetts is launching a book group this spring on Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson, starting May 4th.
To join, register for the group that will meet four Mondays—May 4th, May 18th, June 1st, and June 15th—from 6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. on Zoom. The group will explore how systems of hierarchy and inequality have shaped American life and invite participants into meaningful conversation and reflection.
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May Confirmations
April 11th
10:30 a.m.
St. Andrew's Church, 3 Maple Street, Framingham
May 3rd
4:00 p.m.
St. Stephen's Memorial Church, 74 South Common Street, Lynn
May 9th
10:30 a.m.
Cathedral Church of St. Paul, 138 Tremont Street, Boston
May 17th
4:00 p.m.
Christ Church, 149 Court Street, Plymouth
May 31st
10:30 a.m.
Cathedral Church of St. Paul, 138 Tremont Street, Boston
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June 6th
Boston Pride for the People
Stay tuned for more information.
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