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The Episcopal Diocese of Texas
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 Fiestas Patrias International Parade
The Annual Fiestas Patrias International Parade in downtown Houston will take place on September 17 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The parade which celebrates Hispanic heritage, passes by the Diocesan Center at Texas Ave. and San Jacinto. Join Christ Church Cathedral and the Diocese for refreshments in the courtyard during the parade.
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News Headlines
Jesus taught that to feed the hungry is to care for him. In response to this call, Trinity, Marble Falls initiated a partnership with multiple organizations to address hunger in Burnet County.
Read more here.
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Conference on Public Good To Feature SMU Ethicist
Dr. Charles Curran, Professor of Human Values, SMU, and social ethicist, will introduce participants of this day long course to ways the Church works for the public good: as teacher, provider, empowerer, advocate and model. Registration for The Christian, the Church, and the Public Good is $75. The course will take place at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Houston, August 13, 9 am-3 pm. Sponsored by the Houston Lay School of Theology. Learn more here.
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Bishop Doyle To Speak At Texas Tribune Fest, Sept. 23-25
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Episcopal Night With The Dynamo, September 30
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Summit In Houston Explores End Of Sexual Exploitation
A conference on sexual exploitation, sponsored by the End Sexual Exploitation Movement, will be held in the Houston, September 29-October 1, at the Omni Houston Westside, 13219 Katy Freeway. The gathering is for clergy, lay leaders and others who are interested in fighting against all sexual exploitation. Learn more here.
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Veterans Needed For New Reconciliation Documentary
Veterans are needed for a film called "Coming Home" about the pilgrimages of remembrance and reconciliation that the Rev. David Peters began leading at Grace, Georgetown. A feature-length documentary is planned about Peters' experience and he is looking for a dozen OIF/OEF veterans willing to be filmed. "We need veterans of WWII, Korea, especially Vietnam, Balkans, Somalia, Persian Gulf, Panama, and others to support this new generation of warriors on the journey home from war," Peters said. Contact Peters at runnermonk@gmail.com.
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Faith, Politics and the Golden Rule
The 2016 Lansing Lee conference at Kanuga, October 16-18, will consider whether civility and respect as spiritual values are essential to democracy. Led by New York Times writer Mark Oppenheimer and a panel including Elizabeth Stoker Bruenig and Arsalan Iftikhar, participants will explore transformational leadership. As we look toward the November elections, how can the country go from a place of partisanship to engagement? For information and to register, visit www.kanuga.org/lansinglee.
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2016 ECW Fall Retreat Promises PJ's, Popcorn & Fun
The 2016 ECW Fall Retreat, October 14-16 at Camp Allen, entitled Jesus is a Girl's Best Friend will feature author and artist Jan Bethancourt.
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Next Discovery Retreat at Camp Allen, August 26-28
The Discovery Retreat will be held at Camp Allen for those discerning ordination or a more active lay role in the church and is open to all confirmed members of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. For more information, contact the Rev. Francene Young at fyoung@epicenter.org or the Rev. Victoria Mason at vmason@austin.rr.com. Click here for more details.
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Houston Resource Library Closing September 1
The Resource Library at the Houston Diocesan Center will close on September 1. If you would like to see what is still on offer go to the EDOT resource library webpage. The library has more than 6,000 resources to give away. The resource library is open Monday-Fridays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, the library will also be open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday July 30 and August 13 & 27. Please bring your own shopping bags and/or boxes.
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Evangelism Matters Conference in Dallas, November 18-19
Registration is now open for Evangelism Matters, an Episcopal Church evangelism conference in Dallas, November 18-19. This conference is for anyone who would like to learn more about evangelism and available resources to share our faith. The keynote address will be by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. For more information contact Alyssa Finke at 800.543.1813 or afinke@forwardmovement.org. Click here for more information.
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Refugees In Texas Pledge
A historic number of refugee families from all over the world continue to flee war, violence and persecution. Our country has a long tradition of welcome to people who have fled any number of crises for a chance to rebuild their lives in safety. Refugees have played a leading role in making our communities strong and vibrant, weaving their customs into the fabric of life in our cities and state. Instead of turning our backs on these people, we need to continue to welcome them with open arms. Call on legislators today to act with compassion and acceptance. Sign the Pledge to Welcome Refugees in Texas to make sure Texas remains a place of welcome and refuge.
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Employment Opportunities
Please consider publishing these opportunities in your church newsletter or sharing with people who may be interested. A full list of available positions can be found at
epicenter.org/employment
Good Shepherd, Friendswood, seeks a full-time youth and family ministry director to lead formation, weekly programs and annual missions. Successful candidates will foster an environment of shared ministry that forms and empowers children (ages 4-18) to be faithful Christian disciples. Applicants should send questions/resumes to Youth Search Chair, 1207 W. Winding Way, Friendswood, TX 77546, or office@gshepherd.net.
Trinity, Houston seeks a Sunday school coordinator and "tweens' Sunday school class teacher. The coordinator creates a calendar of topics to be studied utilizing the Episcopal Children's Curriculum, coordinate volunteers and will be the primary teacher of the TWEENS (3rd to 6th grade) class. The position requires 4.5 hours per week. A detailed job description can be found here. Applicants should send resume to associaterector@trinitymidtown.org.
Find full details on these and more employment opportunities
here.
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