styleguide

RACE-RELATED AND ETHNIC REFERENCES

As the AP Stylebook notes, writing about race-related issues “calls for thoughtful consideration, precise language, and discussions with others of diverse backgrounds whenever possible” about “what language is most appropriate, […]

quotations

Less is more when crafting direct quotes. Paraphrase easily verifiable facts; save direct quotes for opinion-type statements. How to punctuate quotes: Inset quotes: For longer quoted material, such as song lyrics, […]

quotation marks

See punctuation

queer

See gender and sexuality references

PUNCTUATION

provinces

Use Roman numerals when referring to provinces within The Episcopal Church: The Episcopal Church’s newest province is Province IX.  

pronouns

Do not assume “he/him” or “she/her” when referring to someone. When possible, check with a person on their pronoun usage (some people include their pronouns in their email signatures). “They/them” […]

Pride / pride

Capitalize in reference to organizations or events honoring LGBTQ+ communities; lowercase for generic events or general concept of LGBTQ+ pride. River City Pride. “Are you going to Pride?” he asked. It’s […]

presiding bishop

Capitalize when it precedes a proper name; lowercase in all other uses. A presiding bishop can also be referred to as the Most Rev. before a name. The webinar will feature Presiding Bishop […]

poor

Seek to avoid references to “the poor” or “poor people.” Use “low income,” “people living at the poverty level,” “people living in poverty,” “people experiencing poverty.” The poverty level in […]