Anti-racism Resources
Ongoing injustice in the Church and in our society is the sin of systemic racism. It plagues us by giving privilege to some at the expense of others. Through sharing our stories and learning how racism still affects us today, together we can dismantle systemic racism and become a church that welcomes all equally. Visit the new Episcopal anti-racism web page to find more information about this topic, including access to the updated training manual.
More than 60 educational scholarships available from The Episcopal Church
Applications are now being accepted for more than 60 scholarships available through The Episcopal Church. Download the Application Materials – the list of scholarships, the guidelines, the application form and the instructions for filling out the form. Additionally, download the list of Trust Funds and Scholarships.
Lake Superior Retreat House Available
WindCradle Retreat, eight miles northeast of Grand Marais, has a guest house available for quiet reflection and rest. Sit on the beach, walk the Superior Hiking Trail or relax in the sauna or jacuzzi. Cost is $85 per day; $15 extra for simple food. Pictures are available on the WindCradle. If you are in paid ministry, lay or ordained, in the Diocese of Minnesota and are in need of rejuvenation but find the cost prohibitive, contact Bishop Prior for possible assistance. Contact the Rev. Mary Ellen Ashcroft 866-586-2224 for more information.
Armed Forces Prayer Book and Episcopal Service Medals
The Armed Forces Prayer Book and Episcopal Service Medals are available as a gift from Bishop Prior to all members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty from the Diocese of Minnesota. The prayer book has been published by the Office of the Bishop for the Armed Forces. The book contains both English and Spanish sections. The Episcopal medal is authorized to be worn with the service member’s id tags. Often, the book is blessed and presented to a service member during a church service. However, this is not required. Contact Chaplain LTC (retired) Stephen Schaitberger stephenschaitberger@charter.net or 800-596-3839, ext. 325 for more information.
Guide to Finding Episcopalians in Minnesota for Genealogists and Historians
This Guide is a listing of all known closed Episcopal churches in Minnesota and the location of their extant parish records. Also included is a reference to a number of known Episcopal church cemeteries and known transcript of the tombstones. This is a valuable resource for anyone who needs to search parish records for genealogical or historical information. The Guide was compiled by Arthur Louis Finnell, Historiographer/Archivist for the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota. Download the PDF of this report.
Continuing Education Grants for Clergy
The Clergy Continuing Education Committee distributes grant money for continuing education opportunities. Download the Continuing Education Grants for Clergy Guidelines
