The Episcopal Diocese of West Tennessee

09/14/2026

09/11/2026

A letter from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 Sep 11, 2026 Dear People of God in The Episcopal Church: Twenty-five years on, we live in a world shaped by 9/11. Our lament will never end for those who died in the attacks, those who gave of their lives in the days and weeks....

08/26/2026

May Dolly Parton rest in peace and rise in glory!

07/24/2026

We are pleased to announce that the 45th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of West Tennessee will take place November 20-21, 2026, at Saint Luke's Episcopal Church in Jackson, Tennessee.

"For there is still a Vision for the appointed time... If it seems to tarry, wait for it; it will surely come." (Habakkuk 2:3)

While sometimes vision may come to us with immediacy, at other times being clear about what God is telling us takes time and discernment. Our diocesan leadership has been taking intentional, prayerful time since last year's convention to discern God's vision for our diocese. On Nov. 20-21 in Jackson, we will gather in community to do the business of the Church, to celebrate our various ministries with one another, and to share the vision our leadership believes God has for this appointed time in the Episcopal Diocese of West Tennessee.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ Early bird pricing ends August 28. Register now and save.
✅ All registration closes October 2.
✅ Payment is required to complete your registration. You’re not fully registered until we’ve received your payment.

Visit EDWTN.org/convention for all the details, including registration links, exhibitor information, RSVP links for virtual budget and resolution hearings, and more. Forms for nominations and resolutions will be posted soon.

07/09/2026

Five congregations, including Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - Memphis, Tennessee, Emmanuel (Memphis), Church of the Good Shepherd Memphis, St. Joseph's, and , will soon be merging into one new congregation named St. Constance Episcopal Church, located at 1508 S. White Station Rd. In preparation for the move, there will be final services at the three churches that will be moving out of their locations this summer. These services are open to all, and we hope that you will hold these congregations in your prayers as they continue their journey in a season of transition and transformation.

St. Joseph's on Sunday, July 19 at 10 a.m.
604 St. Paul Ave., Memphis, TN 38126
The Rev. Colenzo Hubbard will return to St. Joseph's for this occasion.

Church of the Good Shepherd on Sunday, July 26 at 10 a.m.
1971 Jackson Ave., Memphis, TN 38107

Emmanuel Episcopal Church (Memphis) on Sunday, August 2 at 10 a.m.
4150 Boeingshire Dr., Memphis, TN 38116

06/25/2026

Mark your calendar for a Sacred Ground Regional Gathering, coming to Memphis October 23–25, 2026. Convened by The Episcopal Church, this event will bring together Episcopalians and other faith community members committed to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice for a weekend of worship, learning, and dialogue.

Whether you have participated in Sacred Ground, serve in racial justice ministry, or are simply seeking ways to engage more deeply in this work, you are invited to join others from across the region as we answer the ongoing call to become Beloved Community.

Registration and full details coming soon. For questions, contact [email protected].

06/23/2026

In her sermon last Sunday at St. Philip Episcopal Church in Bartlett, Tennessee, Bishop Phoebe explored the complex layers of American history and the ongoing pursuit of hope and faith, reminding us to hold onto hope and work every day to be better versions of ourselves.

06/22/2026

What are the odds??? Canon to the Ordinary Rob Courtney and College Missioner Dorothy White just happened to run into each other over the weekend in London, England! Canon Rob is taking part in Bexley Seabury Seminary’s program, and Rev. Dorothy is on a bucket list vacation with family. London certainly seems to be calling to West Tennessee clergy staff!

06/21/2026

Last chance! We need to hear YOUR VOICE as we plan for the future of the Episcopal church in West Tennessee! If you have not yet completed the diocesan visioning survey, do it today!: http://tinyurl.com/wtnvisionsurvey

06/17/2026

Bishop Phoebe Roaf urges YOU to complete the diocesan visioning survey today! The deadline is June 22, 2026. Complete it here: tinyurl.com/wtnvisionsurvey