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Prayer for an Election | Book of Common Prayer
For Election Day, and the days following, we seek guidance in our time-honored Episcopalian Book of Common Prayer. If you wish to join the wider Episcopal Church for a moment of reflection, we invite you to attend Election Night Prayers from 6 PM to 8 PM MST on November 5. These prayers will be streamed live on The The Episcopal Public Policy Network Facebook page.
Diocese of Utah Hires Missioner for Congregational Vitality
Bishop Phyllis Spiegel is pleased to announce the calling of The Rev. Daniela (Dani) Lee to serve in the new staff position of Missioner for Congregational Vitality. The bishop presented the vision for this position, which arises out of the Diocesan Vitality work, to both the Diocesan Council and Standing Committee; both governing boards offered enthusiastic support for the creation of this position. The Rev. Lee currently serves as the part-time vicar of St. Mary’s, Provo. working from home on Mondays and in the Diocesan Office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9AM to 2PM.
Diocesan Communications Director Canon Craig Wirth Announces Retirement
It is with deep appreciation that the Episcopal Diocese of Utah announces the retirement of Canon Craig Wirth on December 31st, 2024, after serving 17 years as the Diocese of Utah’s Communications Director, capping off a remarkable career in church media service. Wirth’s expertise in multimedia—particularly in video production, web development, and streaming—was instrumental in amplifying the Diocese’s voice as it grew through the 2000s. By the time he joined the Diocese, Wirth was already an accomplished, Emmy-award-winning journalist, radio broadcaster, and professor with a nearly 40-year TV career, reporting in New York City, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and Wisconsin….
There will be a public reception for Craig’s retirement at the Episcopal Retreat & Conference Center at 75 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City on the evening of January 10th. More details to come.
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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Bishop Daniel S. Tuttle formally started the Episcopal Church in Utah with his arrival in Salt Lake City on July 2, 1867. The Church became known for its social justice ministry with the creation of Utah’s first school system for children of all religions. Bishop Tuttle also started St. Mark’s Hospital to serve the thousands of miners who had no other health care options. He tirelessly traveled by stage and horseback to establish churches from Montana to Arizona.
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