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Greta Gaffin

Greta Gaffin is a freelance writer based in Boston. She has a master of theological studies degree from Boston University and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Meet the Episcopal Church’s Monastic Communities

This guide focuses on traditional religious life—communities in which members take a vow of celibacy and live a communal life.

Religion Scholars Hear About Church Numbers

The Rev. Dr. Molly James: “The data bears out what we hear everywhere: We are declining. We have fewer people. The only thing that might surprise you is the finances.”

Hartford Dean to Lead Western Massachusetts

Dean Miguelina Howell, a native Dominican with experience in urban, rural, and young adult ministry, says she is excited to lead the “healthy and spiritually grounded” diocese.

Continuing Anglicans Split Over Churchmanship

The schism focuses on the authority of Continuing Anglicanism’s founding text, with tensions heightened by the UECNA’s fellowship with a German Reformed denomination.

Russian Priest Decries Arrest of Ethnic Ukrainians

The Rev. George Vidiakin claims that his friend Nikita Ivankovich has been falsely accused of plotting to kill an influential cleric because he is an ethnic Ukrainian.

Artist John La Farge’s Complex Legacy

John La Farge was a prolific artist. He created stained-glass windows for churches of every denomination, as well as for secular institutions and rich homeowners.

Continuing Bishop Deposed in Calvin Robinson Flap

Giffin said he would leave the Anglican Province of America if he was not allowed to receive Robinson as a priest. He has founded a new “no wokeness” denomination.

An Episcopal Church Spans East and West

St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles is a biritual parish, meaning it uses the Book of Common Prayer twice a month and a Byzantine rite twice a month.

One Priest’s Dream of an African Orthodox Church

The African Orthodox Church wanted to prove its orthodoxy by its strict Anglo-Catholicism, as well as by constant reprinting of pieces about the legitimacy of its apostolic succession.

Epiphany School Supports the Whole Family

Epiphany is not just a school, but a system of child and family support. It’s tuition-free, eschews merit-based admissions, and has extended its school day and year.