The Longest season of the Christian Calendar Year is what some call Ordinary Time.  This part of Ordinary Time begins on the Monday following Pentecost and continues through Saturday afternoon before the first Sunday of Advent some five to six months later, always including the entire months Read the rest of this entry »

When recalling fond memories of my childhood, I am often reminded of the rich holiday traditions that I was fortunate to experience in Deutschland.   Easter is a very special time for German communities.  In the weeks prior to Easter, Germany gets ready for a new season: You will see spring flowers on display and many traditional “Easter trees”, twigs and bushes dripping with colorfully decorated eggs. Read the rest of this entry »

Vicar Laura has returned from two weeks in Tanzania.  As part of the delegation, led by Assistant to the Bishop Martin Russell, Vicar Laura visited schools, orphanages, hospitals, and churches that are part of our companion diocese, the Northern Diocese of Tanzania.  Read the rest of this entry »