A new presiding bishop completes an eventful first year, including reorganization of the churchwide staff to better serve dioceses. A new archbishop of Canterbury — the first woman — is chosen to lead the Anglican Communion at a time of rising tensions between some provinces. A new U.S. president takes office and upends governing norms, forcing church leaders to make tough decisions on how best to minister to and protect their communities.
Nearly from start to finish, 2025 was a momentous year for The Episcopal Church and the world it serves. Along the way, Episcopal News Service has reported the news, from big headlines to smaller updates and some stories that just make you go “hmm.” To read more, click here
