The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
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Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau, the Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee is a group of contemplative, generous, and engaged followers of Jesus Christ seeking to reconcile the world to Christ.
An Advent for Appalachia: Bishop Cole interviews Michael Hensley of Appalachia Service Project about their current and upcoming work for our Advent Appeal.
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An Advent for Appalachia - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Bishop Brian Cole interviews Michael Hensley, Development and Sustainability Officer for Appalachia Service Project, on the ongoing efforts in Hurricane Helene recovery. Our diocesan-wide Advent appea...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:02 PM
An Advent for Appalachia: Bishop Cole interviews Michael Hensley of Appalachia Service Project about their current and upcoming work for our Advent Appeal.
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The three Episcopal Bishops of the State of Tennessee have issued a Joint Statement on the death penalty ahead of the December 11th scheduled execution of Harold Wayne Nichols.
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Joint Statement on the Death Penalty from Tennessee’s Episcopal Bishops - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
From the Three Episcopal Bishops of Tennessee Joint Statement on the Death Penalty Since the 1958 General Convention of the Episcopal Church, our Church has consistently called for an end […]
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November 19, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The three Episcopal Bishops of the State of Tennessee have issued a Joint Statement on the death penalty ahead of the December 11th scheduled execution of Harold Wayne Nichols.
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We're calling on East Tennesseans to use their Volunteer spirit to help our neighbors during the SNAP gap.
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How to Help Feed Our Neighbors: Snap Gap Appeal - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Bishop Brian Cole calls on East Tennesseans to step up their Volunteer spirit and help their neighbors through the SNAP gap.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:12 PM
We're calling on East Tennesseans to use their Volunteer spirit to help our neighbors during the SNAP gap.
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Bishop Cole visited St. Mark's in Copperhill, TN, a lively parish in the mountains of East Tennessee. Read more about his visit: dioet.org/blog/a-thriv...
A Thriving Mountain Parish: Bishop Cole Visits St. Mark's, Copperhill - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Photos Transcript of Sermon Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost The Rt. Rev. Brian L. Cole October 19, 2025 In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. […]
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October 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Bishop Cole visited St. Mark's in Copperhill, TN, a lively parish in the mountains of East Tennessee. Read more about his visit: dioet.org/blog/a-thriv...
We made Episcopal New Service with our Small Church Energy Efficiency Fund: episcopalnewsservice.org/2025/10/16/e...
East Tennessee diocese to install solar panels on headquarters, pay savings forward to congregations
[Episcopal News Service] The Diocese of East Tennessee wants to reduce the electric bills at its diocesan headquarters in Knoxville to zero. By installing solar panels on the roof, it estimates it …
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October 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
We made Episcopal New Service with our Small Church Energy Efficiency Fund: episcopalnewsservice.org/2025/10/16/e...
Breathe is a day-retreat for anyone feeling that pull to slow down, rest, and reconnect with God without the rush. Come explore different ways of being present with the Divine, try new spiritual practices, sit in quiet reflection, or simply breathe.
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Breathe: A Day Retreat for Rest & Renewal
Life moves fast, and sometimes we just need to pause. Breathe is a day-retreat for anyone feeling that pull to slow down, rest, and reconnect with God…
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September 29, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Breathe is a day-retreat for anyone feeling that pull to slow down, rest, and reconnect with God without the rush. Come explore different ways of being present with the Divine, try new spiritual practices, sit in quiet reflection, or simply breathe.
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Bishop Brian Cole commends the message from the House of Bishops on their recent gathering in the Dominican Republic.
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A word to The Episcopal Church from the House of Bishops
Dear people of God, the bishops of The Episcopal Church gathered in Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic, send greetings in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. We are deeply grateful for the generous hospita...
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September 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Bishop Brian Cole commends the message from the House of Bishops on their recent gathering in the Dominican Republic.
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David Paulsen, Episcopal News Service senior reporter and editor, did a "deep dive" into the canoe-charist capsizing. Queue "Eternal Father, Strong to Save". All puns are committed with full intention and in the spirit of Bishop Brian Cole's dad joke humor.
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East Tennessee priest falls into lake, is rescued by bishop after ‘canoe-charist’ goes awry
[Episcopal News Service] Episcopal clergy pledge at their ordinations to pattern their lives after Christ’s example, but no one expects priests to walk on water. The Rev. Kat Chappell demonstrated …
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September 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
David Paulsen, Episcopal News Service senior reporter and editor, did a "deep dive" into the canoe-charist capsizing. Queue "Eternal Father, Strong to Save". All puns are committed with full intention and in the spirit of Bishop Brian Cole's dad joke humor.
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We're proud of our lay preachers in East Tennessee! Congratulations to the latest group to graduate from the Lay Preaching Training Initiative.
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Celebrating Latest Graduating Lay Preaching Cohort - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
We joyfully celebrate our Licensed Lay Preaching cohort, who graduated from the Episcopal Preaching Foundation Lay Preacher Training program on Saturday, August 9th at St. Paul’s Episcopal in Athens, ...
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August 28, 2025 at 2:43 PM
We're proud of our lay preachers in East Tennessee! Congratulations to the latest group to graduate from the Lay Preaching Training Initiative.
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The Diocesan Strategic Visioning Team has published "A Vision and Mission for East Tennessee: A Study and Reflection Guide" a new resource for individuals, groups, and congregations to use to explore the new vision and mission statements published this spring. dioet.org/blog/strateg...
Strategic Visioning Team Publishes Study and Reflection Guide on New Vision and Mission Statements - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
The Diocesan Strategic Visioning Team has published A Vision and Mission for East Tennessee: A Study and Reflection Guide on the 2025 Diocese of East Tennessee Strategic Visioning Results, a […]
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July 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The Diocesan Strategic Visioning Team has published "A Vision and Mission for East Tennessee: A Study and Reflection Guide" a new resource for individuals, groups, and congregations to use to explore the new vision and mission statements published this spring. dioet.org/blog/strateg...
The latest DioET News & Events is here and it includes: a write-up on the 2025 Kondoa Pilgrimage, an article from our summer archives intern, Hitting the Greens for Grace Point winners, new job openings, and events. Read the newsletter in your browser:
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July 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM
The latest DioET News & Events is here and it includes: a write-up on the 2025 Kondoa Pilgrimage, an article from our summer archives intern, Hitting the Greens for Grace Point winners, new job openings, and events. Read the newsletter in your browser:
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The ETNyouth will head to Lake Logan in Western NC to help with the restoration of campsites and trails damaged by flooding. This is a great opportunity to invest in an enriching experience for our youth while also lending aid to our neighbors in Western North Carolina. dioet.org/blog/etnyout...
ETNyouth on Mission to Lake Logan, Western NC for Hurricane Relief - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
In a few weeks, Jesse Adkins, Missioner for Youth and Young Adults, will be taking a group of youth from around the diocese on a mission trip to Western North […]
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July 9, 2025 at 7:14 PM
The ETNyouth will head to Lake Logan in Western NC to help with the restoration of campsites and trails damaged by flooding. This is a great opportunity to invest in an enriching experience for our youth while also lending aid to our neighbors in Western North Carolina. dioet.org/blog/etnyout...
After a year of discernment, exploration, analysis, and conversation, a vision and mission statement for the Diocese of East Tennessee has been published!
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A Vision and Mission for East Tennessee
After a year of discernment, exploration, analysis, and conversation, a vision and mission statement for the Diocese of East Tennessee has been published. After…
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May 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
After a year of discernment, exploration, analysis, and conversation, a vision and mission statement for the Diocese of East Tennessee has been published!
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We are also excited to announce that the Rev. Rebecca Paluzzi will be headed to St. John's Episcopal Church, Johnson City, for her curacy. Rev. Paluzzi recently finished studies at the School of Theology, Sewanee. Congratulations and prayers for a successful time, Rev. Paluzzi!
May 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
We are also excited to announce that the Rev. Rebecca Paluzzi will be headed to St. John's Episcopal Church, Johnson City, for her curacy. Rev. Paluzzi recently finished studies at the School of Theology, Sewanee. Congratulations and prayers for a successful time, Rev. Paluzzi!
We are excited to announce that the Rev. Mark Colbert will be going to the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, Knoxville, for his curacy. Rev. Colbert, originally from St. Peter's, Chattanooga, recently finished studies at Virginia Theological Seminary. Welcome to Knoxville, Rev. Colbert!
May 22, 2025 at 7:20 PM
We are excited to announce that the Rev. Mark Colbert will be going to the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, Knoxville, for his curacy. Rev. Colbert, originally from St. Peter's, Chattanooga, recently finished studies at Virginia Theological Seminary. Welcome to Knoxville, Rev. Colbert!
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We're thrilled to share that @grace-episcopal.bsky.social has called the Rev. Ryan Lockwood as curate! Fr. Ryan & his wife, Aubrey, come to us from Sewanee & @dioet.bsky.social. Fr. Ryan was ordained a transitional deacon in Dec & will be ordained to the priesthood in June. Congrats!
May 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
We're thrilled to share that @grace-episcopal.bsky.social has called the Rev. Ryan Lockwood as curate! Fr. Ryan & his wife, Aubrey, come to us from Sewanee & @dioet.bsky.social. Fr. Ryan was ordained a transitional deacon in Dec & will be ordained to the priesthood in June. Congrats!
Whether you're an avid golfer or just looking for a fun summer outing, "Hit the Greens for Grace Point" is a great time to meet area Episcopalians and support our camp and retreat center. Learn more at www.knoxvilleascesion.org/golf.
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Hit the Greens for Grace Point!
Bishop Cole invites all to head out to Gettysvue for "Hit the Greens for Grace Point", a fundraising event hosted by Church of the Ascension, Knoxville.…
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May 6, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Whether you're an avid golfer or just looking for a fun summer outing, "Hit the Greens for Grace Point" is a great time to meet area Episcopalians and support our camp and retreat center. Learn more at www.knoxvilleascesion.org/golf.
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We're thankful for the work of Canon Beverly Hurley Hill and Rev. Christopher Hogin and grateful for the Rev. Elizabeth Farr and Emily Kirk accepting the invitation to serve in these roles:
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Convention Leadership Changes Ahead of 2026 - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
The 2025 annual diocesan convention saw the retirement of two essential convention leaders: Canon Beverly Hurley Hill, the convention project planner, and the Rev. Christopher Hogin, the convention se...
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May 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
We're thankful for the work of Canon Beverly Hurley Hill and Rev. Christopher Hogin and grateful for the Rev. Elizabeth Farr and Emily Kirk accepting the invitation to serve in these roles:
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St. Paul's, Chattanooga, is looking for their next rector who is relational and compassionate, values the beauty of music and liturgy, is an engaging preacher and teacher, is a visionary leader, and is welcoming and unifying.
Learn more at www.stpaulschatt.org/rector-search
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April 4, 2025 at 1:58 PM
St. Paul's, Chattanooga, is looking for their next rector who is relational and compassionate, values the beauty of music and liturgy, is an engaging preacher and teacher, is a visionary leader, and is welcoming and unifying.
Learn more at www.stpaulschatt.org/rector-search
Learn more at www.stpaulschatt.org/rector-search
Dr. Hannah Matis, PhD, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the School of Theology, Sewanee, delivered this year's convention eucharist sermon on the parable of the mustard seed. We were so privileged to have her preach: vimeo.com/1056506876?s...
2025 Convention Eucharist Sermon Hannah Matis PhD
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February 20, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Dr. Hannah Matis, PhD, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the School of Theology, Sewanee, delivered this year's convention eucharist sermon on the parable of the mustard seed. We were so privileged to have her preach: vimeo.com/1056506876?s...
Our latest News & Events diocesan newsletter is out! Read it here: dioet.activehosted.com/social/06905...
February 14, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Our latest News & Events diocesan newsletter is out! Read it here: dioet.activehosted.com/social/06905...
"When we keep looking, when we keep growing good soil, then we come to believe that the Real is not only in front of us, but also in us. God is with us." from Bishop Brian Cole's address to the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese of East Tennessee.
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2025 Diocesan Convention Bishop's Address - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Convention Address February 8, 2025 Episcopal School of Knoxville The Right. Rev. Brian L. Cole From the 13th chapter of Matthew– “That same day Jesus went out of the house and […]
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February 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM
"When we keep looking, when we keep growing good soil, then we come to believe that the Real is not only in front of us, but also in us. God is with us." from Bishop Brian Cole's address to the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese of East Tennessee.
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Bishop Brian Cole, DioET, and Bishop Kevin Strickland, Southeast ELCA, write Op-Ed for The Tennessean.
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Children in Tennessee will go hungry if state does not renew Summer EBT program | Opinion
The Volunteer State was among the first states in our region to offer to administer Summer EBT when the program began last summer.
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February 13, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Bishop Brian Cole, DioET, and Bishop Kevin Strickland, Southeast ELCA, write Op-Ed for The Tennessean.
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Bishop Brian Cole has commended Bishop Mariann Budde's sermon from the Service of Prayer for the Nation held on Tuesday, January 21, to our East Tennessee Episcopal community. Read the sermon here:
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Bishop Mariann Budde's Sermon from Service of Prayer for the Nation - The Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Bishop Brian Cole has commended Bishop Mariann Budde’s sermon from the Service of Prayer for the Nation held on Tuesday, January 21, to our East Tennessee Episcopal community. Sermon from […]
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January 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Bishop Brian Cole has commended Bishop Mariann Budde's sermon from the Service of Prayer for the Nation held on Tuesday, January 21, to our East Tennessee Episcopal community. Read the sermon here:
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The Washington National Cathedral has a service at 11 AM Eastern today with a sermon by Bishop Budde. More information at bit.ly/424W8UX
A Service of Prayer for the Nation
Washington National Cathedral will host an interfaith Service of Prayer for the Nation on Tuesday, January 21, the day after the presidential inauguration. In this special service, the Cathedral will ...
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January 21, 2025 at 2:29 PM
The Washington National Cathedral has a service at 11 AM Eastern today with a sermon by Bishop Budde. More information at bit.ly/424W8UX