Written by Joe McDaniel, Jr. On April 12, during Bishop Kendrick’s visit to Christ Church, Pensacola, he quoted from Tolkien’s "The Lord of the Rings" in his sermon. To paraphrase, Frodo says he wishes the Ring had never come to him and that none of these events had happened. Gandalf answers that many who live to see such dark times feel the same, but people cannot choose the times they live in — they can only decide what to do with the time they are given. That passage is a favorite in much...

Our 2026 Senior Warden Day was held on Saturday, May 9, at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Below are the various handouts given that supported the presentations. Bishop Russell's Presentation Handouts: Canon Ashley Freeman's Presentation Handouts: Dwight Babcock's Presentation Handouts: Links: Vestry Resource Guide Emergency Preparedness Safeguarding Racial Justice and Reconciliation Training Jenn Roberts' Presentation Handouts: Link: Article Submission Guidelines

Status: In process; starting transition Contact: The Rev. Ashley Freeman, Canon to the Ordinary, at ashley@diocgc.org with inquiries. Location: 4875 Hwy 188, Coden, AL 36523