Comments on: Bishop Barry’s Farewell Letter https://ecofnavajoland.org/bishop-barrys-farewell-letter/ Navajoland Area Mission of the Episcopal Church Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:41:52 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 By: Rev. Leon Sampson https://ecofnavajoland.org/bishop-barrys-farewell-letter/#comment-196 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:41:52 +0000 https://ecofnavajoland.org/?p=3501#comment-196 A “bridge” bishop in many ways is what Navajoland needed to find our voices and create space for the Holy Spirit to show us the gifts of our language and culture. Your calm pastoral presence is the gift you showed me when you sat with my family in prayers during the two major surgeries. That met a lot to me and my family. Ahé Héé.

]]> By: Andrew Tamihere https://ecofnavajoland.org/bishop-barrys-farewell-letter/#comment-194 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:13:33 +0000 https://ecofnavajoland.org/?p=3501#comment-194 God’s blessings to you, Bishop Barry, and to you, Ann.

We remain deeply grateful for the time you shared with us during our pilgrimage across Navajoland last year. Your gracious leadership, joyful spirit, and the wisdom and insight you offered throughout our journey has left a lasting impression on our hearts and minds.

As we continue to walk alongside our brothers and sisters in The Episcopal Church in Navajoland, we will carry with us the memories of your guidance, encouragement, and fellowship. We offer our heartfelt prayers and best wishes as you embark upon this new chapter, trusting that God’s grace and blessings will continue to accompany you wherever that path may lead.

]]> By: GJ Gordy https://ecofnavajoland.org/bishop-barrys-farewell-letter/#comment-193 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:48:07 +0000 https://ecofnavajoland.org/?p=3501#comment-193 Thank you, Bishop Barry, for believing in me and the work I do. You challenged me to think beyond what I thought was possible and gave me the space to grow, create, and lead. Your encouragement and trust have meant more than you know. I am grateful for your support, friendship, and leadership during these past three years. Wishing you and Ann many blessings in this next chapter.

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