Bishop Budde’s Quiet Courage | Washington DC News

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the first woman to lead D.C.’s Episcopal Diocese, is quietly reshaping leadership with her unwavering commitment to justice and compassion. From her roots in social justice studies to a pivotal mission trip, her path has been defined by service—not activism. She gained national spotlight in 2020 for condemning Trump’s use of St. John’s Church during racial justice protests, later delivering a powerful 2025 prayer urging mercy for marginalized communities. Rooted in pastoral care, she believes public engagement is vital when human dignity is at stake. Her courage inspired a trilogy of books—“How We Learn To Be Brave,” “We Can Be Brave,” and her newest, “I Can Learn To Be Brave,” released this July—designed to empower people of all ages to find their own bravery. Featured at the National Book Festival, her children’s book celebrates resilience through two girls’ stories, reminding us that courage comes in every form, big or small. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/307e92375f3a2c29