Monday, October 30, 2023 | Annual Convention, Message from Bishop Duckworth
Convention AddressOctober 28. 2023St. Martin’s Episcopal School My friends, it is so good to be here with you and I officially welcome you to the 186th convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. Almost a year ago, during my ordination...
Friday, June 2, 2023 | Community Ministry, Message from Bishop Duckworth
Happy Pentecost! It is hard for me to believe that 6 months have passed since my ordination and consecration as the 12th bishop of Louisiana. And, what a wonderful whirlwind it has been! The time has been filled with blessings that are hard to describe and...
Thursday, February 23, 2023 | Message from Bishop Duckworth, Reflections
Dear friends, Who’s my neighbor? This is a question we will explore these holy 40 days using Episcopal Relief & Development’s Lenten meditation series. We give you this resource for daily prayer, for use in your churches, or in whatever way fits best....
Thursday, February 16, 2023 | Message from Bishop Duckworth, Reflections
by the Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth During the installation of a rector, a variety of gifts are given to the priest. These include such things as oil, bread, wine, a stole, a prayer book, and water for baptism. Representatives from the parish present these as...
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 | Message from Bishop Duckworth, Reflections
by the Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth “Please take care of yourself, and each other.” This is the signoff used by Lester Holt at the end of every broadcast of the Nightly News. It is a simple phrase, but one that carries tremendous weight and...
Wednesday, December 21, 2022 | Message from Bishop Duckworth
As we move more deeply into this holy season, I am so aware that the rhythm of life and ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana beats strongly; and I am grateful for each unique expression of Christ’s love in our parishes, schools and communities of faith. My...
