From Fr. Cam Walker
Updated April 8, 2026
Dear Friends in Christ,
From the quiet solemnity of our Good Friday liturgy, to the light breaking forth at the Easter Vigil, to the joy-filled proclamation of Easter morning—this sacred week invited us, step by step, into the heart of our faith. Together, we walked the way of the Cross, we kept watch in hope, and we rejoiced in the Resurrection.
And what a joy it was to do so as a community.
Over the course of Holy Week and Easter, 297 people came through our doors. That number is more than a statistic—it is a sign of life. It is a witness to the Holy Spirit drawing people into worship, into reflection, into community, and into encounter with the living Christ. Some came as longtime members, some as occasional visitors, and others for the very first time. Each one brought with them a story, a longing, and a prayer.
Holy Week, at its core, is not just something we observe—it is something that forms us. In hearing again the story of Jesus’ passion, we are reminded of the depth of God’s love. In the stillness of the tomb, we confront our own places of waiting and uncertainty. And in the joy of Easter, we are invited to live as people of resurrection—people marked by hope, renewal, and new life.
I have been especially grateful for the many ways this parish entered into that journey with intention and care: through beautiful liturgy, thoughtful participation, music that stirred the soul, and the faithful presence of you all. These things do not happen by accident—they are the fruit of a community committed to worshiping God fully and faithfully.
As we move now into the Easter season, the question before us is simple but profound: How will we live as resurrection people?
If Holy Week reminded us of the reality of suffering and brokenness, Easter reminds us that those things do not have the final word. The risen Christ meets us in our lives today—calling us to deeper faith, to renewed purpose, and to a joy that is not dependent on circumstance.
I also want to share a brief note about the coming weeks. Because I am not your rector, my canonical residency must remain in the Diocese of Long Island. Therefore, I will be away April 17–19 to participate in the election of the next bishop. While I am grateful to take part in this important moment in the life of the Church, I admit I will miss being away from you all so soon.
I ask your prayers for the Diocese of Long Island and for all those discerning a call to serve as bishop—that the Holy Spirit would guide, strengthen, and give clarity to all involved.
While I am away, we will be blessed to welcome The Rev'd Jennifer McCombe, Associate Priest at Zion Church in Oconomowoc. Mother Jen is a dear friend and a gifted priest, especially in the areas of healing ministry and teaching. She will serve as celebrant and preacher for both liturgies on Sunday, April 19, and I know you will receive her warmly.
Thank you for the ways you showed up this Holy Week. Thank you for your presence, your prayers, and your openness to the work God is doing among us.
Alleluia! Christ is risen!
Cam+
From the quiet solemnity of our Good Friday liturgy, to the light breaking forth at the Easter Vigil, to the joy-filled proclamation of Easter morning—this sacred week invited us, step by step, into the heart of our faith. Together, we walked the way of the Cross, we kept watch in hope, and we rejoiced in the Resurrection.
And what a joy it was to do so as a community.
Over the course of Holy Week and Easter, 297 people came through our doors. That number is more than a statistic—it is a sign of life. It is a witness to the Holy Spirit drawing people into worship, into reflection, into community, and into encounter with the living Christ. Some came as longtime members, some as occasional visitors, and others for the very first time. Each one brought with them a story, a longing, and a prayer.
Holy Week, at its core, is not just something we observe—it is something that forms us. In hearing again the story of Jesus’ passion, we are reminded of the depth of God’s love. In the stillness of the tomb, we confront our own places of waiting and uncertainty. And in the joy of Easter, we are invited to live as people of resurrection—people marked by hope, renewal, and new life.
I have been especially grateful for the many ways this parish entered into that journey with intention and care: through beautiful liturgy, thoughtful participation, music that stirred the soul, and the faithful presence of you all. These things do not happen by accident—they are the fruit of a community committed to worshiping God fully and faithfully.
As we move now into the Easter season, the question before us is simple but profound: How will we live as resurrection people?
If Holy Week reminded us of the reality of suffering and brokenness, Easter reminds us that those things do not have the final word. The risen Christ meets us in our lives today—calling us to deeper faith, to renewed purpose, and to a joy that is not dependent on circumstance.
I also want to share a brief note about the coming weeks. Because I am not your rector, my canonical residency must remain in the Diocese of Long Island. Therefore, I will be away April 17–19 to participate in the election of the next bishop. While I am grateful to take part in this important moment in the life of the Church, I admit I will miss being away from you all so soon.
I ask your prayers for the Diocese of Long Island and for all those discerning a call to serve as bishop—that the Holy Spirit would guide, strengthen, and give clarity to all involved.
While I am away, we will be blessed to welcome The Rev'd Jennifer McCombe, Associate Priest at Zion Church in Oconomowoc. Mother Jen is a dear friend and a gifted priest, especially in the areas of healing ministry and teaching. She will serve as celebrant and preacher for both liturgies on Sunday, April 19, and I know you will receive her warmly.
Thank you for the ways you showed up this Holy Week. Thank you for your presence, your prayers, and your openness to the work God is doing among us.
Alleluia! Christ is risen!
Cam+