Michael Crandall Called as Rector of St. George’s, Summerville
With the enthusiastic support of its vestry, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has called Michael Crandall as rector of St. George’s Episcopal Church in Summerville. He brings a unique background and ministry to this call, and the people of St. George’s are excited to welcome him and his family to their congregation in June. Following 26 years…
Event Centered on Israeli-Palestinian Dialogue Provides Unique Perspective
The Diocese hosted Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Mr. Noor A’Wad of the organization Roots/Shorashim/Judur for an event called “Two Truths in One Heart, Two Peoples in One Land,” on their American speaking tour last Thursday, February 22, at Grace Church Cathedral in Charleston. The organization describes itself as “an Israeli-Palestinian grassroots initiative for understanding, nonviolence and…
The Rev. Kevin Sparrow Called as Rector of St. Anne’s, Conway
Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has called the Rev. Kevin Sparrow to serve as the second rector of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Conway. Though he was raised in Georgia, Father Sparrow will be moving to South Carolina from Montpelier, Vermont, where he has served since September 2021 as the priest-in-charge of Christ Episcopal Church. His start…
Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley Recovering from Surgery
On Tuesday, January 23, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley underwent back surgery to repair a herniated disk she suffered earlier in the month. The surgery went well. Following her doctor’s guidance, she will be on a reduced work schedule for the next six weeks. She remains in regular contact with members of diocesan staff, and adjustments are…
St. Stephen’s, Charleston, Sponsors Historical Marker for Charleston Race Riot
Inspired by a racial justice pilgrimage, members of St. Stephen’s, Charleston, led the efforts to acknowledge the 1919 race riot that killed three Black Charleston residents and left dozens injured near Archdale and Beaufain Streets. According to the article shared by the Charleston Post & Courier it was not clear why the altercation began between White naval…
St. Christopher Hosts Two Province IV Events for Bishops and Youth
The staff at St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center did a remarkable job last week hosting two key events for Province IV, the largest grouping of dioceses in The Episcopal Church, which includes 20 dioceses in nine states of the southeastern United States. Province IV bishops and spouses representing 16 dioceses arrived on Wednesday, November…
Clergy News: St. James-Santee, McClellanville
With the joyful support of its clergy and vestry, Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley has placed the Rev. Deacon Lee Ragsdale at St. James-Santee, McClellanville. Bishop Ruth installed him as deacon during her visitation with St. James-Santee at their historic Brick Church this past Sunday, November 19. Of the call, he said, “It was a beautiful day in…
St. Anne’s, Conway, Celebrates Tenth Anniversary
There was rejoicing in Conway on Sunday, November 12 as the people of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church celebrated their tenth anniversary. The congregation welcomed back their vicar emeritus, the Rev. Barry Stopfel, as preacher, and the Rev. Sandy Moyle, who previously served as interim rector, was celebrant. After the service, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch and…
233rd Diocesan Convention Provides Opportunity to Testify to the Life and Vitality of the Diocese
The 233rd Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina adjourned on Saturday just before noon on the third day of this year’s annual gathering. This year’s convention was held at the historic St. James Episcopal Church, Charleston, on James Island. It was a joy to be with people from all corners of the diocese…
Remembering our Shared Humanity in the Midst of War and Division
The Rev. Dr. Adam Shoemaker, rector of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Charleston, shared his unique perspective on the “tragic outbreak of war in the Middle East” as an Arab American with Christian, Jewish, and Muslim roots in this editorial shared in today’s Charleston Post and Courier. This profound piece is worth a read: Commentary: Remember…
The Rev. Stan McGraw, 1942-2023
With sadness for his death, but joy for his beautiful life, we share the news of the death of the Rev. Stan McGraw, who began his career in ministry as a youth minister at St. Thomas, North Charleston, where he met his wife of the past 56 years, the Rev. Jean McGraw, a priest of…
Clergy News: St. Stephen’s, Charleston
Earlier this week, St. Stephen’s, Charleston announced that with the blessing of Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley and the support of the church’s rector and vestry, the Rev. Deacon Greg Smith will retire before the end of the year. His last service at St. Stephen’s will be Sunday, December 3, after 24 years of ordained ministry. Though…