Month: July 2009

Forum Highlights General Convention’s Accomplishments (With Audio)

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For more than an hour last Saturday, Bishop Johnson and eight deputies fielded questions about the outcome and impact of the recent General Convention. Several… Read More

Leadership Groups Discuss Diocese’s Mission, Vision, Goals

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The three principal leadership groups of the diocese made progress this past weekend in writing new statements that define the mission, vision, and values of… Read More

Council Awards Parish Grants, Considers Budget (Corrected)

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At its mid-summer meeting, Diocesan Council awarded additional grants to parishes for this year and discussed ways parishes could pay less in assessments next year…. Read More

Bishop Johnson Visits Sheldon Calvary Camp

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In the Dining Hall last Wednesday, July 22nd, the voices of two hundred and fifty or so campers and staff cheered an enthusiastic (and loud)… Read More

Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Issues Training

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When: Tuesday, August 4, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Where: At the diocesan office, 4099 William Penn Hwy, Suite 502 Monroeville, PA 15146 Facilitator: The… Read More

Moravians? Who Are They?

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The 76th General Convention took steps, big and small, to reunite Christians in opening, reaffirming and expanding ecumenical dialogues through legislation passed July 8-17 in… Read More

Post-General Convention Feelings: Joyful, Thankful, Tired

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By Bishop Robert Johnson It was wonderful for me to be at General Convention as the Episcopal Bishop in Pittsburgh. Together with our diocesan clergy… Read More

Join Bishop Johnson for Conversation About Convention

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Bishop Johnson and members of Pittsburgh deputation will lead a discussion of what took place at General Convention and what it means for the Diocese… Read More

Reflections From Anaheim (Final)

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Pittsburgh’s deputies to the Episcopal Church’s 76th General Convention are sending back reports from Anaheim, CA. They are posted below as they are received, with… Read More

Latest News from General Convention (Updated Regularly)

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Mood Of Convention Reflects Ubuntu Episcopal News Service, July 17 The 76th General Convention closed with many participants saying the gathering lived its theme. Presiding… Read More