St. Stephens Episcopal Church, Beverly

06/24/2026

Before you call yourself a Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jew, or anything else, learn to be a good human being first.

Labels may tell people what you believe. But your actions reveal who you truly are.

Kindness matters more than titles. Compassion matters more than arguments. Character matters more than identity.

The world does not need more people defending their labels. It needs more people practicing love, respect, and understanding.

In the end, humanity is greater than any label we wear.

06/19/2026

06/15/2026

Sharing a glimmer …. Abbie was the recipient of our first Giving Doll in 2011,, she has battled leukemia since 2011, with strength and courage through out MANY battles,,, Happy 23rd bday! Your strength and courage are examples to us all,,
With strength and prayers,
Love, The Giving Doll Makers of St Stephen’s

06/10/2026

The Rev. John Wesley (1703-1791) was an Anglican priest. He served as rector of Christ Episcopal Church in Savannah, GA from 1736 to 1737.

06/09/2026

A mind full is always somewhere else—replaying the past, worrying about the future, chasing the next task, and missing the life happening right now.

A mindful mind notices the breeze, the smile, the walk, the conversation, and the simple beauty of the present moment.

Peace is not found when everything is perfect. It is found when you stop leaving the present for places your mind has invented.

Slow down. Breathe. Be here.