The word “polity” is not one generally bandied about by the average American; but to understand how our church operates, it is a good word to know. The word polity comes from the Greek language meaning “city”, and refers to the form of government used in a city or nation. In church circles, polity refers to the way a church is organized and governed.
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Several Maryland congregations participated in the Baltimore Pride parade on June 15. Memorial Bolton Hill’s Richard Finger was in charge of organizing all volunteers (60-70 people) for the parade and rector, the Rev. Grey Maggiano, was one of the judges for the parade. Another Memorial parishioner, Monty Howard, served as emcee.
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Immediately after its opening in 1952, championed by Maryland’s bishop, Noble Powell, the Claggett Camp and Conference Center became a popular place for groups, both church-related and secular, to gather for outdoor recreation and camping fun.
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On Saturday, May 11, 2019 the Diocese of Maryland made history. After a healthy debate at its 235th diocesan convention, Bishop Eugene Taylor Sutton called for a vote on the Resolution on Racial Reconciliation (see full text below). The “All in favor of this resolution” call resulted in a rousing voice vote of “Aye!” Then came the “All opposed…” vote. There was complete silence.
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At Ephiphany Episcopal Church in Lutherville Sunday, voices joined together against gun violence. Performed by a choir for the first time, the song “Can You Hear Us Now?” is a call to rally together against senseless killings and stand up for the voices of those who are lost.
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