This July, the Anglican Consultive Council (ACC) met in Belfast to discuss the future of the Anglican Communion.  For the average Episcopalian, this probably does not raise a lot of eyebrows: we’re Episcopalian, we go to worship into our local parishes as Episcopalians, and we might notice when something interesting happens in the broader life of the Episcopal Church.  Very rarely does something come up that impacts our individual lives on an international level.  However, as a congregation, we are… Read more: The Future of Anglicanism

This past week, United Way of New York State and Broome County released its 2026 “State of ALICE” Report. The report details data on individuals and families that are classified as “Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed” (ALICE). This is the fancy way of saying that these individuals have a job, participate in the local economy, but fail to make enough income to cover very basic living expenses. This year’s data indicates that 44% of Broome County holds an ALICE designation.… Read more: 44%: What the ALICE Report Means for Our Neighbors — and Our Mission

Last Sunday, Mary and Joseph lost their tent. The figures of our nativity were neatly placed against the church, and the space where the tent had laid was empty. There the Holy Family was displaced once again, going from place to place, asking if there was room. 

As we come to the close of 2025 and reflect back on the year, our congregation’s involvement in Binghamton’s housing challenges remains a priority. However, solving these challenges are not something we can tackle alone — it takes a coalition of people of goodwill to address these challenges and minister to those caught in their wake. This month, an initial gathering took place at Christ Episcopal Church of faith leaders from five congregations who are committed to serving the lowly… Read more: Building a Faith Coalition in Binghamton

This fall, Christ Church celebrated the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea with a public lecture and panel discussion. The Rt. Rev. Bill Franklin, PhD, Assisting Bishop of Long Island and retired Diocesan Bishop of Western New York, presented on “The Unity of Nicaea.” Bishop Franklin argued that the legacy of Nicaea is not confined to the past. Each time the Church proclaims the Nicene Creed, it reaffirms the conviction forged in that council: that Jesus Christ is fully… Read more: 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea