Tag: Episcopal Election
Michigan delegates head to Sioux Falls
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The North Central Jurisdictional Conference begins next week, and delegates from Michigan are preparing for worship and business, including the challenging task of episcopal assignments.
Bard is back
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Episcopal assignments were announced Saturday morning during the consecration service of the three newly elected bishops to conclude the 2022 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Thursday NCJ Conference Summary
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Thursday NCJ Conference highlights include the election of Rev. Dan Scherwin, the third and final bishop, and conversations on Christian nationalism, racism, and white supremacy.
Bigham-Tsai elected as bishop in historic vote
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The Rev. Kennetha Bigham-Tsai, Michigan’s only episcopal candidate, was elected bishop on the first ballot during the opening business session of the 2022 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Door opens to elect bishops in 2022
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The Council of Bishops (COB) is expressing its appreciation following the Judicial Council’s ruling that the COB is authorized to set the date to elect bishops in 2022.