Photo by Grant Whitty on Unsplash There was a scene cut from the end of the movie, The Lord of the Rings, after the ring is destroyed at Mount Doom and the eagles fly in to rescue Sam and Frodo. It’s in the original novel. Sam wakes up from his sleep, surprised he is alive … Read More
On Saturday, March 29, the American Anglican Council’s Canon Phil Ashey became the Rt. Rev. Phil Ashey of the Anglican Diocese of Western Anglicans. The service took place at the Presbyterian Church of the Master, which kindly allowed for the diocese to use their building due to the size of the crowd. The service was … Read More
by the Rev. Brian Pape Let’s be real—burnout is a we problem, not just a me problem. Whether you’re a pastor, parent, business owner, teacher, caregiver, burnout doesn’t discriminate. The weight of relentless demands can wear down even the strongest among us. But here’s the good news: God sees, God cares, and God provides a … Read More
Church leadership is a big deal. Whether you’re preaching on Sundays, leading a vestry meeting, running a ministry, or keeping the coffee fresh for Bible study, you’re part of something much bigger than yourself. The work of the Church is vast, complex, and—let’s be honest—sometimes exhausting. But here’s the good news: you’re not supposed to do it … Read More
The American Anglican Council (AAC) has a new acting CEO now that Bishop-Elect Phil Ashey has moved into his role as bishop of the Diocese of Western Anglicans. Bishop-Elect Ashey will remain the AAC’s President. At the latest AAC board meeting, from February 4-5, 2025, The Rev. Canon Mark Eldredge was named the acting CEO, … Read More
