Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Why Homosexuality Is Not Like Other Sins

Homosexuality is not the only sin prohibited in the Bible, but it is different from all the rest, at least right now. And we have really good news for homosexuals.

What Is a Consignment Shop?

Learn the history of the consignment store and what distinguishes this resale shop from a thrift store.

How to Find Designer Brands at Thrift Stores

How to find designer dresses when shopping at thrift stores.

What Not to Donate: Thrift Store Donation Guidelines

Every thrift store has different rules, but these items are commonly turned away at donation centers. Call ahead to see if your local store can accept them.

Here's What Goodwill Actually Does With Your Donated Clothes

How Pastors Accidentally Ruin Their Church

It wasn’t on purpose. They never meant any harm to come. But they sat and watched as the church they loved crumbled.

5 Reasons You Should Shop at Thrift Stores

You don't need to buy all your clothes at designer stores. Here are the top reasons you should be shopping at thrift stores...

5 Things to Buy at Thrift Stores (And 5 Things to Avoid)

I've scored some seriously amazing things to buy at thrift stores, but there are definitely a few things I avoid at all costs, too!

10 Things You Should Always Buy At Thrift Stores

What Are 7 Tricks to Help Save More at Thrift Stores?

Thrift store prices are good, but they could be better. Use these tricks to find more deals at thrift stores.

6 Things Thrift Stores Get Right

I haven’t gone crazy. Yes, I’m giving you retail advice based on a thrift store (what?). I understand that these stores have a lot of retail and merchandising “opportunities.” To be honest, the majority smell, have horrendous flickering lighting, no fitting rooms (unless you’re lucky), no helpful sales staff and wildly unattended children. But they can do a few things right, so let’s take a look at those: 1. The merchandise is always changing. (AKA: they know how to keep it fresh)

Thrift Stores are In: Why Thrifting is the Way of the Future?

Thrifting or thrift shopping is when you opt to buy second-hand or pre-loved items, like clothes or furniture. Even though these products are not brand new, most are in good condition. In fact, more and more people are thrift shopping for various reasons, and it is going to be the way of the future. So, […]

14 Things You Should Be Buying at Thrift Stores—and 9 Things to Skip

Thrift shopping is a hit or a miss sometimes, so we've asked some savvy thrifters for their expertise on what things we should always pick up and what things we should leave behind.

10 Tips for Shopping at Thrift Stores to Help You Save Money, Look Cool and Go Green

Do you ever shop at thrift stores? Shopping at thrift shops and other second hand clothing stores is an awesome way to save money, find unique clothes and decor items and to help the environment. Yes, you might not have considered the “green-side” of buying second hand, but it prevents those items from ending up …

To those who are contemplating leaving the United Methodist Church

I write this letter with an aching heart. I have heard the pain in the voices of so many of you, wondering if it is time to “shake the dust off” and leave your local church. As your bishop, I cannot ask you to stay in a place where your soul cannot be at rest. However, I will share with you why I, a

How one mother saves money despite rising prices at thrift stores

For many people, thrifting can be a way to save money. Recently, some shoppers said they've noticed prices rising at thrift stores.

“Does the Christian church need different denominations?”

4 Items You Should Consider Buying at Thrift Stores

I was introduced to the art of thrifting a few years back when I was going through a rough patch and desperately needed attire for an interview. I had frowned at the thought of shopping at Goodwill, Salvation ...

Never Donate These Things to Thrift Stores

Thrift stores aren't a place to offload all of your old junk.