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Bishop Spiegel’s Holy Week Message
Today marks Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week. Across the Episcopal Diocese of Utah, our congregations are gathering to remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and to prepare our hearts for the sacred days ahead. In her Holy Week message, Bishop Phyllis Spiegel invites us to reflect on the wisdom and witness of the saints—those who showed us how to live with courage, joy, and compassion, even in the face of great darkness. Their faith points us to the hope of the resurrection and calls us into deeper communion with Christ.
We walk this week through the liturgies that draw us into the Paschal mystery—Christ’s suffering, death, and resurrection—through Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil, culminating in the joyful celebration of Easter Sunday. May we be shaped into more faithful disciples through prayer, sacrament, and community.
The Rt. Rev. Phyllis Spiegel to be Featured on KSL for Palm Sunday
The Rt. Rev. Phyllis Spiegel will be featured in a special Palm Sunday interview on KSL 5 with longtime anchor Deanie Wimmer. The segment will air Sunday morning and focuses on the significance of Palm Sunday as we begin the final stretch of our Lenten journey.
In the conversation, Bishop Spiegel reflects on Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem—an event marked by celebration and the waving of palms, yet shadowed by the coming Passion. She shares how this Holy Day encourages us to contemplate the twists and turns and life, both joy and sorrow, as we prepare for the hope of Easter.
Be sure to tune in and hear Bishop Spiegel’s message as we enter the sacred days ahead.
Past Events
Offices of the Diocese of Utah Announces Three New-Hires
Feb. 14, 2025
The Episcopal Diocese of Utah has welcomed three new additions to its team this February. Canon Jeff Stevenson HoSM has been named Canon to the Ordinary. Lee Spiegel steps in as the Interim Director of Camp Tuttle, ensuring continuity and guidance for the our camp programs. Additionally, Kay Tracy returns as a Senior Accountant.
Bishop Spiegel Comments on the Feast Day of Absalom Jones
Feb 13th, 2025
On the Feast Day of Absalom Jones, The Rt. Rev. Phyllis Spiegel reflects on the legacy of the first Black priest in The Episcopal Church. She shares insights from the recent service at the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia, where Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe preached about Absalom Jones’ quiet, steady leadership and deep faith.
The Rev. Daniela Lee Hired by Diocese of Utah as Missioner for Congregational Vitality
Nov 10th, 2024
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…
Diocesan Communications Director Canon Craig Wirth Announces Retirement
Nov. 1st, 2024
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…
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