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From Many, One: Conversations Across Difference
Stories from EDUSC

From Many, One: Conversations Across Difference

posted on Jan 11, 2021

“Conversation with others across difference is not just a nice thing to do. It is a spiritual practice of love in action.” - Presiding Bishop Michael Curry From Many, One: Conversations Across Difference is a cam...
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Presiding Bishop Curry’s Word to the Church: Who shall we be?

posted on Jan 8, 2021

A transcript of the statement follows: And now in the name of our loving, liberating, and life-giving God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen. In another time of national crisis, another time of danger for our nation, in 1865 on March the fou...
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Prayers in a Time of National Anxiety and Crisis
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Prayers in a Time of National Anxiety and Crisis

posted on Jan 6, 2021

Brothers and sisters in faith and in citizenship, We find ourselves this evening in a time of national anxiety and crisis. A time which calls us in to prayer for this nation and for one another. Therefore I come to you offering these praye...
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Bishop Waldo's 2020 Christmas Message
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Bishop Waldo's 2020 Christmas Message

posted on Dec 23, 2020

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! Soon we’ll be in full celebration of the coming of Jesus into the world, born of Mary, and called by God as the Messiah, the Christ. I say “full celebration&...
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's 2020 Christmas Message

posted on Dec 17, 2020

“Joy to the world! The Lord is come. In your hearts, in your homes, in your lives, prepare him room,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry said in his Christmas Message 2020. The text of the Presiding Bishop’s m...
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St. George's, Anderson, Displays Nativities from Around the World
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St. George's, Anderson, Displays Nativities from Around the World

posted on Dec 16, 2020

St. George’s, Anderson, is hosting its second annual nativity display featuring over 100 nativity scenes from around the world. Tours are available by appointment only through December 27, 2020 The nativity scenes, or creches, on dis...
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Bishop Search Profile and Nomination Form Now Available
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Bishop Search Profile and Nomination Form Now Available

posted on Dec 12, 2020

December 12, 2020 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ... Peace to you, and grace from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Nominating Committee for the Ninth Bishop of Upper South Carolina invites you to learn more about who we are an...
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Advent in a pandemic? There's a virtual pilgrimage app for that!
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Advent in a pandemic? There's a virtual pilgrimage app for that!

posted on Nov 19, 2020

If you have been wondering how to offer your parish a meaningful observance of Advent amidst the pandemic, St. Martin's-in-the-Fields, Columbia, has just what you need! St. Martin’s is offering a 98-mile virtual journey through the Holy La...
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Update on Spring 2021
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Update on Spring 2021

posted on Nov 10, 2020

2020 has been a tough year for everyone, and our diocesan youth community is no exception. After cancelling planned events in the spring and forgoing events in the fall, we find ourselves a bit depleted but still hopeful heading towards the new y...
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​Nominating Committee Update on the Bishop Search
Bishop Search

​Nominating Committee Update on the Bishop Search

posted on Nov 10, 2020

Grace to you and peace from the members of the Bishop’s Nominating Committee for the Ninth Bishop of the Diocese of Upper South Carolina. Since being appointed by the Standing Committee following Bishop Waldo’s resignation, the Nominating C...
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Diocesan Calendar

Saturday, 2/6 at 6:00 PM
High School Connect Virtual Gathering
Wednesday, 2/10 at 6:30 PM
Ordination to the Priesthood
Monday, 2/15 at 12:00 AM
Presidents' Day
Thursday, 2/25 at 2:00 PM
DEC Executive Committee
Sunday, 2/28 at 2:00 PM
Piedmont Convocation Meeting
Sunday, 2/28 at 3:00 PM
Midlands Convocation Meeting
Saturday, 3/13 at 9:00 AM
Diocesan Executive Council
Saturday, 3/13 at 1:00 PM
Standing Committee

High School Connect Virtual Gathering

Saturday, February 6, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Upper South Carolina is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81005373443 Meeting ID: 810 0537 3443 One tap mobile +13126266799,,81005373443# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,81005373443# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 810 0537 3443 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kegkOc0T9P

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Ordination to the Priesthood

Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Noah Stansbury Caitlyn Darnell

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Presidents' Day

Monday, February 15, 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM



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DEC Executive Committee

Thursday, February 25, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM



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Piedmont Convocation Meeting

Sunday, February 28, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Diocese of Upper South Carolina is divided into five geographical areas called convocations. Each convocation is made up of specific congregations, and each has a dean (clergy person) and a lay warden. The convocation deans are appointed by the bishop, and lay wardens are elected by each convocation. A Convocation meetings, the clergy and lay leadership of each congregation are invited to come together and discuss shared ministry and mission opportunities. Staff Liaison: d’Rue Hazel Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82403756438?pwd=Y2htUDhteVdxbFdEUUFSTHRheWd5QT09 Meeting ID: 824 0375 6438 Passcode: 390263 One tap mobile +13126266799,,82403756438# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,82403756438# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 824 0375 6438 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kIdtoBNkO

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Midlands Convocation Meeting

Sunday, February 28, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The Diocese of Upper South Carolina is divided into five geographical areas called convocations. Each convocation is made up of specific congregations, and each has a dean (clergy person) and a lay warden. The convocation deans are appointed by the bishop, and lay wardens are elected by each convocation. A Convocation meetings, the clergy and lay leadership of each congregation are invited to come together and discuss shared ministry and mission opportunities. Staff Liaison: Alan Bentrup Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89525787088?pwd=cWwxNHdsVUVxWjRiWWUwWEtPclFqZz09 Meeting ID: 895 2578 7088 Passcode: 696960 One tap mobile +16468769923,,89525787088# US (New York) +13017158592,,89525787088# US (Washington D.C) Dial by your location +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) Meeting ID: 895 2578 7088 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/ktdcYSnzK

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Diocesan Executive Council

Saturday, March 13, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM



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Standing Committee

Saturday, March 13, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM



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