The Rt. Rev. Samuel Johnson Howard
Bishop of Florida

The Episcopal Diocese of Florida was founded in 1838 as the entire state of Florida. Today, our diocese consists of 25 counties in Northern Florida. Our parishes and congregations stretch from the Apalachicola River in the western part of our diocese to the Atlantic Ocean, and from the Georgia border to the Palm Coast region.

I hope that you find that which you are searching for on this site; and if you visit one of our 62 congregations you will encounter the love of Christ and the fellowship of those who follow him.

 
 
Highlights

BISHOP HOWARD'S PRAYER FOR OKLAHOMA

"I ask that you join with me in praying for those who suffer due to the recent devastation caused by tornadoes in Oklahoma. Pray for those who have died and those who grieve. Pray for those who are homeless. Pray for those who minister to others, as well." -The Rt. Rev. Samuel Johnson Howard
more information >
 
 

Tornado Response

Episcopal Relief & Development has been in further contact with the Rev. Canon José A. McLoughlin, Canon to the Ordinary for the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma, who reports: "It is clear that we will need some funding to provide assistance for food, groceries, clothing, etc., in addition to temporary housing. With each passing hour, more and more need is becoming evident."
more information >
 
 

2013 Flourish in Faith Series

The Diocese of Florida is a member of The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS), an organization committed to inspiring generosity and faithful discipleship. A primary benefit of membership is that all congregations throughout the diocese have access to the 2013 Stewardship Narrative Series, a program designed to complement and support the fall annual giving program. The series is available for download on our website.
more information >
 
Featured News

Bishop Howard's Pentecost Message

Our Pentecost celebration centers on this fact: That it is God working in us who does far more than we could hope or imagine. It is not our strength, our intelligence, our good intentions that make the work of the church possible.
more information >
 
 

Pilgrimage to Turkey

Between November 4-17, 2013 Bishop Howard will lead a tour of the Seven Churches in Turkey, represented in the Book of Revelation. This tour, offered to all adults in our Diocese, will include lectures and biblical studies.
more information >
 
 

Congratulations to our College Ministries

Over the past month, we have had many important graduations in our diocese. Our college ministries, which are located at Florida State University, University of North Florida, and the University of Florida, are continuing to grow, and we congratulate them on all their accomplishments.
more information >