By Neva Rae Fox Pentecost is normally celebrated with blissful music, inspirational worship, and rejoicing in our churches. This year, church buildings will not be open in most locations, and services will be held virtually. But despite the shelter-in-place restrictions, Episcopalians are planning festive celebrations for May 31. Readings in multiple languages, virtual … [Read more...] about Celebrating Pentecost in a Pandemic
Pentecost
Easter to Whitsun with Thomas Noyes-Lewis
By Richard J. Mammana A stream of the Church of England’s artistic self-image in the first half of the 20th century reflected the genius of one man: Thomas Noyes-Lewis (1863-1946). The bulk of his work was ephemeral, but it was nevertheless extensive. Postcards, children’s books, cigarette cards, baptism certificates, stained glass, Stations of the Cross, Sunday school … [Read more...] about Easter to Whitsun with Thomas Noyes-Lewis
Descent of the Holy Spirit
Cæli enarrant The third glorious mystery of the rosary marks the continuing transit of human beings to God and of God to human beings, in a further divine descent. God is in the business of building communion and extending his family, founded within the original love of the Trinity, and all the divine missions serve this cause of touching human beings — “with a mighty hand … [Read more...] about Descent of the Holy Spirit