The Rev. Robert (Bob) Spencer passed away on January 25, 2022 in Boise, Idaho. The Rev. Spencer was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Gray Temple in 1972. He served in the Diocese of South Carolina as an Associate Priest at Church of the Holy Comforter, Sumter, as well as many roles in the Diocese…
Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley and the Racial Justice and Reconciliation Commission traveled to Sumter and Wedgefield on Saturday, January 29, for their regular meeting (held at Patriot Hall in Sumter) and to tour and learn about the history of Good Shepherd, Sumter, and St. Augustine’s, Wedgefield, two of the historically African-American parishes in our diocese. It was also…
Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley recently announced a new leadership development initiative in each deanery for early 2022 (Watch her recent video announcement at this link or by clicking the image to the left) called Vestry/Mission Council 101. Each deanery will host their own event, and each is open to all clergy, newly elected (& returning) wardens, and vestries/mission councils. Bishop Ruth…
Today, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley writes to the diocese with concern for those who lead our congregations through this prolonged pandemic, and encourages clergy and lay church leaders to take a week of respite between now and Pentecost. The Bishop writes to the diocese to help support this important initiative. Read the text of her letter…
The Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina gives thanks for the ministry of the Very Rev. Chris Huff as he announces his retirement from active ministry. He will conclude his service as rector of St. George’s Episcopal Church, Summerville on February 13 after 12 years at the parish. Father Chris has faithfully served the Diocese of South…
As we prepare to honor the historic contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 17, the Rt. Rev. Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has shared the following message with the diocese: Greetings Diocesan Family, As we remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and countless other civil rights leaders who risked and,…
Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has appointed Cecilia Eaton as Executive Assistant to the Bishop and Diocesan Administrator effective Tuesday, February 1, 2022. “Cecilia brings a wealth of experience to this position and an eagerness to continue her service in The Episcopal Church,” said Bishop Woodliff-Stanley. “I am delighted she will be joining us and invite you…
The Rt. Rev. Ruth Woodliff-Stanley shares the video message below with the diocese as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ this coming Saturday. In light of the recent increase in transmission of COVID-19 throughout the country, and considering those who may be traveling to be with family during the holidays, she reminded all…
On Wednesday, December 15, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley led the service of Dedication and Consecration of a Church at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Conway, SC, opening an exciting new chapter for a congregation that began in a living room in late 2012. St. Anne’s became a mission church of the diocese in 2014, and was…
After completing her informal tour of all congregations of the diocese, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley wrote a letter to congregations that was shared with the key points of contact at each church. Read the letter at this link. The letter was an opportunity to express gratitude, and was sent along with the 2022 Declaration of Intent…
The recap from the First Business Session is available at this link. The Rt. Rev. Ruth Woodliff-Stanley called the 231st Diocesan Convention back to order at 9 am on Saturday, November 13 at Holy Cross Faith Memorial Episcopal Church on Pawleys Island. Dan Ennis of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Conway, led the service of…
The 231st Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina was called to order on Friday, November 12 at 6:30 pm by the Rt. Rev. Ruth Woodliff-Stanley who was consecrated in October 2021 as the XV Bishop of the historic diocese. The Rev. Tom Wilson, chair of the Clergy Credentials Committee, offered the first…
