Current Events
Rooted in Jesus at the Episcopal Retreat & Conference Center
Mark your calendars! Rooted in Jesus will be happening once again on October 18th & 19th at the Episcopal Retreat & Conference Center (formerly known as the ECCU) at 75 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
Our weekend headliners will be the group Music that Makes Community. Music that Makes Community practices communal song-sharing that inspires deep spiritual connection, brave shared leadership, and sparks the possibility of transformation in our world.
We are asking that attendees register in advance to provide a headcount prior to the event. Registration costs only $20 and includes a lunch on the second day of the event.
Utah Epodcopalians: The Diocesan Vitality Initiative
In this episode of Utah Epodcopalians, we learn about a new guiding principle behind our congregations—the concept of Vitality. Join host Craig Wirth as he engages with a dynamic panel: our Bishop Phyllis Spiegel, the Reverend Dani Lee from St. Mary’s in Provo, The Reverend Dave Sakrison from St. Francis in Moab, Don Wood representing the laity, and diocesan CFO Bill Potts.
Learn what vitality means for our church community across three key areas: discipleship, congregational life, and financial stewardship. Fresh from a transformative workshop with other dioceses, the team shares insights on how to embody faith beyond Sunday services, foster a more engaging and active congregation, and ensure the sustainability of our ministries for future generations.
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Vandals Identified After Flags Destroyed During Logan Pride Week
The community in Logan is rallying extra support for the Logan Pride Center, located right beside St. John’s Episcopal Church, after vandals were caught on security footage defacing pride flags set out during Logan Pride Week. The flags were defaced on numerous occasions last year; this year the center took action to install a security camera to attempt to catch the culprits in the act. Two suspects were caught on film; one was later identified as local youth.
The Rev. Jason Samuel, vicar of St. John’s, believes though childhood mischief, tomfoolery, “getting away with it” are potentially to blame, it’s likely no surprise that the center was the target in the heated atmosphere before the divisive presidential election.
“In this season of political extremes and divides, people are feeling emboldened to do these things because it’s being said publicly,” he says.
But he and his church community don’t want punishment for the vandals, but education on how and why LGTBQ+ minorities are targets of hate crimes. “He may not know he’s chosen to do this with is a minority and a persecuted group. This has been repetitively done in the same place,” Samuel says. “It’s a lingering from the past, the mischief of young people, and this is being inspired by the older generation that it’s okay to spout or show hate to those people. “
The Rev. Samuel says that he and the staff of St. John’s are, in a way, grateful, as the event has demonstrated to the local LGBTQ+ community how much vocal support there really is in Logan area. It’s also caused those who would never ask questions to become connected with valuable resources.
“None of us want to deal with this, but it’s opened doors for more education. More people coming to Pride, asking ‘tell us more about what you do?’ They’re learning about resources for families, seniors, and others that the Pride Center does free of charge.”
Past Events
St. Stephen’s/San Esteban Welcomes New Vicar: The Rev. Gill De Avezedo
Aug 30th, 2024
Bishop Phyllis Spiegel and the Bishop’s Committee of St. Stephen’s/San Esteban are delighted to announce the appointment of their new vicar, The Rev. Gill De Azevedo. The Rev. De Azevedo, a devoted and longtime Episcopalian and former Utah resident…
Intergenerational Ministry Gathers All For Crafts & Food at Camp Tuttle
Aug 28th, 2024
Intergenerational ministry events are gaining popularity. The newly formed Intergenerational ministry of the diocese has taken advantage of the treasured Camp Tuttle mountain setting these beautiful days of late summer. While the late July gathering featured time outside in the woods, the last meeting took place inside the camp’s historic lodge building in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Brighton…
Tuniyay Premieres to Full-House Downtown Audience
July 16th, 2024
On July 16th, in downtown Salt Lake City, The Episcopal Diocese of Utah was honored to premiere our documentary production Tuniyay to a full-house audience at the Salt Lake Library Auditorium. The packed theater was filled with Ute members and Ute Elders, members of other various tribes, community members, and fellow Episcopalians.
Retirement Celebration of Canon Chancellor Steve Hutchinson, Esq.
June 15, 2024
On June 15th, over 120 people gathered at the Episcopal Retreat & Conference Center in Salt Lake City to honor the career of Canon Chancellor Steve Hutchinson. Many shared heartfelt stories of Hutchinson’s impactful contributions and unwavering commitment to the community. He embarks on his well-deserved retirement, filled with travel and family time. Read more about his legacy and the future of his role, which will be assumed by Branden Burningham, Esq.
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