When the Episcopal Church recently announced cuts to its national staff, it was the latest in a long-running cycle among historic U.S. Protestant denominations - declines in members leading to declines in funding and thus in staff.
Protestant denominations trying new ideas as they face declines in members and money
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National spokespeople for the Episcopal Church said Budde is “a valued and trusted pastor” and colleague.
Episcopal bishop Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde says she'll pray for Trump
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