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Featured News & Events235th Diocesan Convention Successfully Hosted by Christ Church, Mt. PleasantThe 235th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina was held November 6-8, at Christ Episcopal Church in Mount Pleasant. In addition to being a wonderful time of fellowship and gathering together like a family reunion, delegates to the convention elected new leadership and voted on a number of significant measures.
Click here to learn more> The Rev. Ned Mulligan Called as Priest-in-charge of St. Bartholomew's, HartsvilleBishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has called the Reverend Ned Mulligan as priest-in-charge of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Hartsville. Father Ned celebrated his first official service with the parish on Sunday, November 2, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the life of the church.
Click here to learn more> Diocesan Learning Day: Honoring the Past, Embracing the Past, Shaping the FutureOn October 18th, about 65 people gathered in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity United Methodist Church in Sumter for Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Learning Day. Learning Day, an educational initiative of the Racial Justice and Reconciliation Commission, provides congregations across the diocese with opportunities to gather and learn about the history and legacy of historically African-American churches. Now in its second year, it has become a much-anticipated time of learning, sharing, and fellowship.
Click this link for the Convention webpage > Congregations Hold Blessings of the Animals for the Feast of St. FrancisAs we look ahead to the Feast of St. Francis on October 4, many of our congregations will be offering special Blessings of the Animals for all creatures great and small, be they live pets or stuffed animals. St. Francis is the patron saint of animals and the environment and worship inspired by this Feast typically include pet blessings, prayers for environmental protection and conservation, and a call to a lifestyle based in simplicity and service of others.
Click this link > The Rev. Jenny Newman Called as Rector of St. Mark's, Port RoyalBishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has called the Reverend Jenny Newman to serve as the next rector of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Port Royal. Jenny brings a diverse and unique background to this call, most recently serving in Hattiesburg, Mississippi in a dual role as rector of The Episcopal Church of the Ascension and chaplain for the Episcopal campus ministry at the University of Southern Mississippi. She will begin her time with St. Mark’s on November 1, 2025.
Click this link > The Very Rev. Michael Shaffer Installed as 23rd Rector of St. Mark's, CharlestonOn Saturday, September 6, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley installed the Very Rev. Dr. Michael Shaffer as the 23rd rector of the historic St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Charleston. Seminarian Shawan Gillians served as preacher.
Find out more > Transitions in Ministry Group Gathers for Annual RetreatBishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley hosted members of the Transitions in Ministry group (TiM) for their annual retreat September 7-8, at St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center on Seabrook Island. TiM is comprised of priests who are newly ordained, new to the diocese, or serving in a new role. They meet regularly as a cohort throughout the year, participating in learning sessions, fellowship, and peer support groups. Inaugurated in 2024, this two-year program fosters relationships within the clergy collegium and supports members as they go about life and ministry in new ways. The Rev. Philip Linder, Canon to the Ordinary, and the Rev. Ryan Currie, Canon for Common Mission, facilitate the group.
Find out more > The Rev. David Hudspeth Received into the Priesthood of The Episcopal ChurchBishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley presided over the service of worship receiving the Rev. David Hudspeth into the priesthood of The Episcopal Church on Wednesday, August 27, at St. Luke's Chapel in Summerville (the church where Good Shepherd, Summerville is currently holding their weekly services; located at 208 Central Avenue).
Find out more > Call to Convention Issued; Registration Open for 235th Diocesan ConventionThe Call to Convention has been published for our 235th Diocesan Convention in November. As noted in the opening of the call, from the earliest days of the diocese until its most recent, the Spirit has been working in our midst to direct us through the tests and trials of our times toward a more just and joyful future. Inspired by the words of the prophet Isaiah above, convention will provide an opportunity to contemplate the new things of God and to take up the ministry of the year ahead. This year's convention theme is “A New Season” and the event will be held November 6-8, 2025, at Christ Church, Mt. Pleasant.
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