Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida

06/12/2026

What began in prayer has grown into a powerful partnership between Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and St. John the Apostle parish and school in Honduras. Through scholarships, ministry support and a shared commitment to the gospel, lives are being changed on both sides of this relationship.

Read the full story to see how God is working through this growing ministry connection: https://tr.ee/wjW-jxvVHN

06/11/2026

Yesterday’s Requiem Eucharist at the Cathedral Church of St Luke - Orlando, FL was a deeply moving time of remembrance and prayer as we approach tomorrow’s 10th anniversary of the Pulse tragedy in Orlando. Canon Dan Smith delivered a powerful reminder that the Gospel calls us not only to love, but to stand between hatred and those it seeks to harm.

The service received local and national coverage — please find the links below to read reflections and reports.

Episcopal News Service: https://tr.ee/rPVsT7VSAx
WFTV News: https://tr.ee/vGlAQmspMu
Fox35 News: https://tr.ee/IWZzscwjs2
Orange County Sheriff’s Office: https://tr.ee/vid061TlcH

06/10/2026

In this article, Bishop Justin Holcomb reflects on Irenaeus’ striking claim that “the glory of God is the living man, and the life of man is the vision of God,” showing how its deepest meaning is found in Jesus Christ, the true and living image of God. He traces how, through Christ and the gift of the Holy Spirit, we are brought into true life and ultimately toward the hope of seeing God face to face.

Read the full reflection here: https://tr.ee/vUV6_lTBt1

06/10/2026

Those wishing to participate but unable to attend the Cathedral's Requiem Eucharist are invited to view the service via livestream. Please see the information below.

Ten years after the Pulse Nightclub tragedy, we gather to remember, pray, and commend the departed to God’s eternal care. Join us for a Votive Requiem Eucharist in memory of the 49 victims. Canon to the Ordinary Dan Smith will preach.

All are welcome as we honor their memory and pray for healing, peace, and hope.

For those who cannot attend in person:
YouTube: youtube.com/live/o3DNUbJQEG4?feature=share
Bulletin: ccslorlando.org/bulletins

06/09/2026

Whether you are just beginning to wonder about God’s call or are ready to take the next step in discernment, we invite you to join us.

Presented by the Diocese of Central Florida’s Commission on Ministry, the 2026 Conference on Ministry is for anyone exploring how God is inviting them to serve, whether through the priesthood, the diaconate or lay ministry. Join Bishop Justin Holcomb, Commission on Ministry members, priests, deacons and diocesan staff as they help you explore your call. You’ll leave with resources, contacts and a clearer sense of calling.

For more information and registration, please visit: https://cfdiocese.org/calendar/2026-conference-on-ministry

06/06/2026

After Hurricane Helene, St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Crystal River faced significant challenges. This past Easter, the congregation gathered in a renewed space that reflects the resilience and faith of the community.

Click here to read the full story: https://tr.ee/kYILMbRIiC

06/05/2026

Join us for the upcoming ICS Christian Education course, Faithful Presence: Spiritual Care for Lay Leaders in Ministry, led by the Rev. Kim Spear on June 20 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit, Apopka. This session will equip ministry leaders with practical tools for spiritual health, emotional resilience, self-awareness and compassionate care. Through reflection, discussion, and practical exercises, participants will strengthen their connection with God and better support the communities they serve.

To learn more and register, please visit: https://icscourses.org/course-curriculum/christian-education/

06/04/2026

Thank you to the Diocese’s Becoming Beloved Task Force and Our Human Family for offering this important workshop. Clergy, laity, and guests are encouraged to attend, but space is limited so register soon!

https://www.ourhumanfamily.org/uploads/1/3/1/0/131091613/allyship-flyer.pdf

We are happy to partner again with the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida’s Becoming Beloved Community Task Force to present “Allyship 101: The Basics,” an informational and transformative day-long experience which provides a new way to understand race, race-based biases, and the forces maintaining those biases.

Participants will learn the importance of awareness and education in allyship and what they can do today to eradicate racism.

Visit the link in our bio and select Allyship101 in the navigation for more information on and register for our upcoming “Allyship 101: The Basics” workshop.

06/03/2026

This week, Bishop Justin Holcomb is participating in the Living Our Vows Retreat, joining fellow bishops from across the Episcopal Church for a time of worship, reflection and learning.

Designed for bishops in their first three years of ministry, the retreat focuses on ongoing formation, spiritual renewal and the practice of faithfully living into the vows and responsibilities of episcopal leadership.

Please keep Bishop Holcomb, his fellow bishops and the retreat faculty in your prayers as they gather.

06/02/2026

Thanks be to God! Alleluia, alleluia!

On Sunday the Cathedral Church of St Luke - Orlando, FL and members of the diocese gathered in gratitude and celebration for the retirement of Dean Reggie Kidd, honoring a lifetime of faithful ministry, teaching and pastoral leadership.

Dean Kidd preached and celebrated the Eucharist, offering a fitting witness to the wisdom and joy that have marked his ministry. As a teacher, mentor, and friend, he has shaped countless lives throughout the diocese — including Bishop Justin Holcomb's own ministry — and leaves a legacy that will continue to bear fruit for years to come.

During the service, resolutions recognizing Dean Kidd’s extraordinary contributions were presented on behalf of the diocese, the City of Orlando and Orange County. Following the service, friends, colleagues, and parishioners gathered for a celebratory luncheon. In a particularly meaningful moment during the luncheon, Bishop Holcomb presented Dean Kidd with a 14th-century Byzantine-style icon depicting the conversion of St. Paul the Apostle. The gift carried deep personal significance, representing a pivotal and memorable experience shared between Bishop Holcomb and Dean Kidd many years ago, and serving as a tangible reminder of the enduring spiritual friendship and shared vocation that has marked their relationship.

We give thanks to God for Dean Kidd’s ministry and pray for abundant blessings in this next season of life!

If you would like to view the service, please click here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1G8k21AFNc/