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This year’s Celebration of Ministry was our most highly attended ever, and we were so proud to share it with the faithful minister's of God's missional work across our diocese. Congratulations for all those who walked away with our fabulous prizes, and to our esteemed honorees for everything you do to bring Christ's light into our communities.

We hope you'll join us for Celebration of Ministry '26!

See the evening's highlights!

 

St. Paul's Patchogue Praying

Introducing this year's honorees...

The Outreach Ministries of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Patchogue

Rooted in compassion and community care, the Outreach Ministries of St. Paul’s serve as a lifeline for neighbors in need. Through a robust network that includes a food pantry, thrift shop, lunch program, and more, the parish opens its doors and hearts every week to hundreds across Suffolk County.

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Micah Breakfast Program at St. Barnabas, East New York

Each week at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in East New York, the Micah Breakfast Program brings neighbors together around a hot meal and a warm welcome. Launched in the wake of the pandemic by dedicated parishioners, this growing ministry feeds body and soul—offering food, dignity, and fellowship to all who enter. Episcopal Ministries is proud to honor Micah Breakfast for its spirit of hospitality and justice at this year’s Celebration of Ministry.

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Thank you to our wonderful Celebration Committee for their support in making this special evening a success!

CO-CHAIRS

The Rev. Jesse Lebus, St. Luke's, Sea Cliff

Valerie Siener, Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City

 
HONORARY COMMITTEE

Deacon Anthony Bowen, St. Stephen & St. Martin, Brooklyn 

Virgina Cash, Caroline Church, Setauket 

Beverly James, Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City 

Joan King, St. Alban the Martyr, St. Albans 

Ann McPartlin, St. Francis, North Bellmore 

Annette Moore, St. George’s, Hempstead 

Yvonne Robinson, St. Peter's, Rosedale

Alan Schorn, St. John’s, Huntington 

Vernese Smith, Episcopal Church Women  

Photo of dinner at Celebration of Ministry in 2024

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