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TransEpiscopal releases statement on Supreme Court ruling upholding ban on gender-affirming care
Archbishop of Jerusalem & the Middle East issues pastoral letter about Israel–Iran conflict
Episcopal Church supports congresswoman’s historic reparations legislation
Utah cathedral opened its doors to shelter ‘No Kings’ rally protesters as shots rang out
Archbishop of York’s Lord’s Prayer tour goes to Carlisle Cathedral
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Bishop Julia E. Whitworth of the Diocese of Massachusetts and Bishop Douglas J. Fisher of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts issued the following joint statement on June 16, 2025, in support of Massachusetts Indigenous legislative agenda.

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The Office of the Bishop has issued the following pastoral announcement.

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Ivy Wang
Reflections
Ivy Wang About 55 members of the diocesan community and guests came together on May 17 at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Boston to celebrate Asian Heritage Month. Focused on exploring what it means to be Asian American in both the church and society, this first-time…
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Small group discussion at May 2025 Visioning Summit
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More than 55 lay and ordained leaders from many corners of the diocese were invited by Bishop Julia Whitworth to share in a day of brainstorming shared values, objectives and missional language for the Diocese of Massachusetts--all part of the year-long visioning process in which the diocesan community is engaged together.

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Episcopal Church Pride Shield
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With the leadership of Bishop Julia Whitworth and the organizing efforts of a diocesan planning team, the Diocese of Massachusetts aims to have large and visible delegations of LGBTQ+ people and allies taking part in Pride celebrations around the diocese this June. Bishop Whitworth will lead the…
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The diocesan community’s prayers and presence are invited for the Service of Ordination on Saturday, June 7, at 10:30 a.m., at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Boston. Those to be ordained by Bishop Julia Whitworth include: To the diaconate: Robert Christian (sponsored by the Church of the…
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Rooftop solar panels at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Barnstable MA
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Courtesy photo Solar panels atop the thrift shop at St. Mary's, Barnstable--part of an expanded array at the church. St. Mary’s Church in Barnstable has taken another big step toward sustainability by expanding its solar panel system…
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BCH Camp and Conference Center leaf and cross logo
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The summer season opens soon at the Barbara C. Harris Camp and Conference Center in Greenfield, N.H. Families of all configurations can enjoy an extra-long weekend of activities, worship and family-oriented fellowship during the June 27-30 Family…
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The Office of the Bishop has issued the following pastoral announcement:

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The Office of the Bishop has issued the following pastoral announcement:

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