In the first quarter of 2024, the Foundation has supported some wonderful examples of how churches and ministries in our Diocese are living into the call to make our communities better. 

The season of Advent and waiting may be upon us, but our churches have not put a pause on living out their mission of serving and spreading love in their communities.

I embarked on a journey of discovering how other Dioceses and Foundations are utilizing their resources to make a difference in the world. I met with Episcopal, Christian, and non-religious organizations and walked away with great excitement about what’s possible. 

I have been drawn toward the importance of words. Be it many words we string together to say something beautiful, the clarity that one word can give to something difficult we must say, or a sweet adjective that brings a smile to our face. The words we use - and don’t use - matter.