Interviewed by Brenda S. Cox “As soon as he can light upon a bishop, he will be ordained. I wonder what curacy he will get!”–Anne Steele, about Edward Ferrars in Sense and Sensibility. A few days ago, I told you about a fascinating new book on Henry Austen. The author is a retired Church of […]| Jane Austen's World
Book Review by Brenda S. Cox “I had a letter from him [Henry], in which he desired to hear from me very soon—His to me was most affectionate and kind, as well as entertaining;—but there is no merit in that, he cannot help being amusing.”—Jane to Cassandra, April 8, 1805 “Henry at White’s! Oh, what […]| Jane Austen's World
By Paul A. Djupe and Jacob R. Neiheisel We’re delighted to have edited a special issue of Sociological Focus about Religion and Politics in American Congregations that has just been published (as of August 2025). It has a tremendous collection of new research, listed below, that you should check out if you work in this […]| Religion in Public
Some time ago, in March 2025, the Georgian Apostolic Orthodox Church in North America (GAOCNA) imposed disciplinary action on three members of its monastic clergy (two abbots and an abbess) in Maryland and Oklahoma. This should hardly have come as a shock, because the Georgian Church—both the national church in America and its ancient patriarchate... The post Monastic Sanctions and Musical Thrones appeared first on Public Orthodoxy.| Public Orthodoxy
Priests in the Diocese of Parramatta have walked beside us through life’s greatest moments, celebrating baptisms and weddings, and offering comfort in times of sickness and loss. With your prayers and support of the Bishop’s Father’s Day Appeal, run by the Clergy Support Foundation, you can help ensure these priests and other clergy continue to receive safe housing, quality healthcare and daily care.| Catholic Outlook
Unpacking seven critical provisions within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with real-world implications for churches, from charitable donations to increased demands on food and health ministries. The post Seven Ways the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Impacts Churches and Ministries appeared first on Church Law & Tax.| Church Law & Tax
“One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) overhauls multiple areas of tax law. This executive summary for pastors and church leaders highlights key provisions set to take effect. The post Update: Key Tax Law Changes in the OBBBA Affecting Families, Churches, and Workers appeared first on Church Law & Tax.| Church Law & Tax
During the second day of Psychedelic Science 2025, Carl Hart spoke about "psychedelic exceptionalism," Jamie Wheal questioned the psychedelic movement, and results from a 15-year clergy study were announced, plus videos with Pete Sessa, Mark Iriwn, and Leland Holgate.| Lucid News - Psychedelics, Consciousness Technology, and the Future of Wellness
Bishop Steven's charge to the newly ordained deacons and priests of Petertide 2025. The post The Bishop’s Charge to new deacons and priests appeared first on Bishop Steven's Blog.| Bishop Steven's Blog
By Paul A. Djupe and Jacob R. Neiheisel [Image credit: earth.org] Ahead of the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, nearly 30 religious leaders across a wide range of faith communities gathered to pen a statement pledging to “Actively participate in public discourse on environmental matters, guiding our congregations and institutions to foster resilient […]| Religion in Public
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Our first Mandatory Clergy Professional Development (MCPD) online make-up session is fast approaching and we want to ensure you are making room in your| Episcopal Church in Connecticut
Grounded & GrowingEngaging Ministry in a Secular Age May 19—May 20Bristol Event Center, Bristol, CT Your Clergy Conference planning team and bishops| Episcopal Church in Connecticut
The Pope is the successor of the apostle Peter.| About Catholics
The Old Testament Priesthood Contents show 1. The Old Testament Priesthood 2. Priesthood in the New Testament 3. The Early Church 4. The Emergence of a Hierarchy 5. Why Are Presbyters Called Priests? 6. Related Catholic Articles The first mention of a priestly figure in the Old Testament was that of Melchizedek the king of […]| About Catholics
by Chris Ritter The activities of retired United Methodist clergy have historically been of modest concern to UM conferences. Retirees are required by Discipline (Par. 357.5) to list a charge confe…| People Need Jesus
We are very sad at the news of the recent death of our sovereign Lady Queen Elizabeth II and during all our church services we will maintain her in prayer for her repose in the Lord and encourage all our clergy and laity to recite a panikhida for her. During the Divine Liturgy we will| britishorthodox.org
On 24 August 2022 the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan Kallistos Ware died, aged 87 years. He had been born in Bath, Somerset, as Timothy Richard Ware on 11 September 1934. He was educated at Westminster School in London and Magdalen College, Oxford. In 1958 at the age of 24 he became an Orthodox layman and was| britishorthodox.org
