Act
As followers of Jesus and his way of peacemaking, reconciliation and mercy, St. Francis is called not only to worship but to act with compassion, courage and hope in the world around us. Our commitment to justice is part of how we live out the Gospel; by loving our neighbors and creation, partnering with faith communities and other organizations that share our values, and working together for a more just and merciful world that reflects God’s love of all people.
Food Justice
We commit to acts of justice through feeding our neighbors. Call to Action The focus of our faith is the table; we break bread together every time we gather in remembrance of …Read More
Education Justice
We commit to building intergenerational community that provides a strong foundation for our children. Call to Action We love our local school, Padonia International Elementary School (PIES). Did you know …Read More
Environmental Justice
We commit to acts of justice through creation care. Call to Action Creation care is important to us at St. Francis, starting with our own backyard. We are a Good …Read More
The Rev. Dr. Amy Slaughter
she/her
Rector
About Me:
Preacher, justice seeker, Episcopal priest, community organizer, theologian, parent of three artistic young adult children. Native North Carolinian. Bookish. I believe God is up to something beautiful in this world, and I’m grateful we get to be a part of it.
My Role:
Rector is an old-fashioned word for pastor and administrative head of a church. As Rector I get to do what I love: support and nurture a faith community in the Episcopal tradition. Rectors are generalists; I get to wear a lot of hats, sometimes all in the same day. Preaching and presiding at Sunday worship, connecting one-on-one and in small groups at Welcome Table Wednesday, checking in with folks in crisis or in immediate need of care, meeting with those mourning a loss or celebrating an upcoming baptism, writing sermons, showing up at county meetings to make our neighborhood a better place and so much more. Mostly, I listen deeply – for what God is doing here and in the world, for what people need, and for how St. Francis can keep becoming a community where everyone belongs and everyone matters.
My Dream for St. Francis:
Listens to the Spirit, practices wide and generous welcome, shows up for each other and our neighbors, and isn’t afraid to ask big questions and have hard conversations.
A Few of my Favorite Things:
Hobby: Spending time by the water recharging and reflecting; journaling
Book/Movie/TV Show: Narrative non-fiction that reads like fiction – faves include Patrick Radden Keefe
Fun fact:
I come from a theatrical family and began working as an actor myself as a kid.
