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Category: Current Affairs
Memorial Day and the Church: Faithful Leadership in Public Life
Tuesday, May 19 at 3:00pm ET
As communities across the country prepare to observe Memorial Day, many churches are asking deeper questions about remembrance, patriotism, grief, service, and the Church’s role in public life. How can congregations honor those who have died in military service in ways that are faithful, pastoral, and grounded in Christian hope? And how do we engage these conversations without losing sight of the people and families at the heart of them?
Join us for a conversation with the Rt. Rev. Ann Ritonia, the Episcopal Church Bishop Suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, and the Rev. Canon Maurice Dyer II, Canon to the Bishop Suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, as we explore the spiritual, liturgical, and pastoral dimensions of Memorial Day. Together, we’ll reflect on the distinction between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, the role of Episcopal chaplains and veterans’ ministries, and how churches can engage these observances with both reverence and humility. We’ll also consider how Christian communities can resist triumphalism while still cultivating gratitude, remembrance, compassion, and faithful public witness.
Participants will come away with practical resources for Memorial Day worship and congregational reflection, including prayers, hymns, liturgical ideas, and best practices to support meaningful observance in local contexts. More than a conversation about a national holiday, this webinar is an invitation to consider how the Church tells a more faithful story about community, sacrifice, memory, and hope.
At a time when many people are wrestling with questions of identity, patriotism, and public life, this conversation offers space for thoughtful reflection, honest questions, and grounded pastoral leadership.
Speakers:
- Ann Ritonia – Suffragan Bishop, Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, The Episcopal Church; Washington, DC
- Maurice Dyer II – Canon to the Episcopal Church Bishop Suffragan, Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, The Episcopal Church; Washington, DC
In Conversation With:
- Elizabeth Boe – Director of Program & Strategy, Episcopal Parish Network; New York, NY
Category: Buildings
Safeguarding Your Spaces: Preparing for Severe Weather
Wednesday, May 27 at 3:00pm ET
Inclement weather is now one of the most common drivers of property damage and rising insurance costs for churches and related institutions. Strengthening your facilities doesn’t have to be complex—but it does require knowing where your vulnerabilities are and what practical steps make the biggest difference.
In this webinar, you’ll learn clear, achievable actions to help protect your buildings, reduce risk, and support responsible stewardship of your physical spaces. We’ll walk through real examples from the field, highlight the most common gaps Church Insurance sees during on site assessments, and outline preventive measures that can be implemented with minimal resources.
The session will be led by Ken Jacobson, Vice President, Client Services, who works directly with congregations, dioceses, and institutions to design risk management and insurance programs tailored to their unique needs. Through his work across hundreds of sites, Ken brings a grounded perspective on what proactive preparation looks like—and where simple changes can make a meaningful impact.
Speaker:
- Ken Jacobson – Vice President, Client Services, Church Insurance Agency Corporation; Eureka Springs, Arkansas
