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The Episcopal Diocese of Texas
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We Need You For Council
in Galveston
Council is just around the corner and volunteers are still needed in Galveston, Thursday, February 9, through Saturday, February 11. Please consider signing up for this unique opportunity to serve the Diocese. Volunteer registration information is available online at epicenter.org/council.
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Council Choir At Friday Night Eucharist
 Singers are needed for the diocesan-wide choir that will sing at the annual Diocesan Council's Friday Eucharist, February 10, 2017 at the Galveston Convention Center. The worship service will begin at 5 p.m. with rehearsal time preceding the service. Music will be emailed to interested singers. To volunteer yourself, your Council delegates, alternates, clergy spouses or choir members willing to come to Galveston, please contact Linda Patterson at linda@stpetersbrenham.org or 979.836.7248 ext. 13.
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Houston Event Highlights Prayer for Christian Unity
Join Bishop Jeff Fisher, the Very Rev. Barkley Thompson and other faith leaders at the Greater Houston Ecumenical Prayer Service celebrating the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity at Christ Church Cathedral on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, beginning with Evensong at 6:30 p.m. followed by prayers. Music ministers and choir directors are invited to join voices in the spirit of Christian unity. Music rehearsal details are available at www.ncgcchouston.com or 713.775.9222. For more information, please contact the Rev. Gena Davis, rector of Grace, Houston, at 832.667.8601.
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Non-Profit Seeks Volunteer Barbers
 Volunteer barbers and/or cosmetologists needed to work with Have Shears Will Travel, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity giving free haircuts to the homeless throughout the Greater Houston area. Even one day per month on a regularly scheduled weekday would enable expansion of the current outreach. Please email Barbara Goodson or call her at 713.657.5654 and visit the website
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Prayers for the Morgan Family
The Rev. Ralph Morgan and his wife, Terri, were in an automobile wreck on their way to Houston on December 19. Both sustained multiple broken bones but no head injuries. Please continue to pray for the Morgan family as they recover. Regular services at St. Cyprian's, Lufkin are being covered by the Rev. Ashley Cook. Cards may be sent to St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church, 919 S John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904.
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New Assistant to Bishop Fisher in Tyler Office
The Tyler Diocesan Center welcomes Kathy Dunn as Bishop Jeff Fisher's new assistant. Dunn returns to the Episcopal Church after serving the Christian community of Lufkin at First Christian Church and as a teacher for Crimson Christian Academy. Dunn, along with her husband, Dwyane, are excited about the opportunities that come with their relocation to Tyler, including renewing their ties to St. Francis, Tyler. Among her new duties, Dunn will help plan and coordinate Little Church Club meetings, annual retreats for retired clergy, spouses and surviving spouses of clergy and Planning for Tomorrow Conferences
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Lay Professionals Wellness Circles
This winter, the Diocese if Texas will offer several opportunities for lay professionals to join a Wellness Circle. These small groups will provide both structure and a process for balancing heart, mind, soul and strength. Wellness Circles meet online once a week for six weeks with the first circles starting on January 9 at 11 a.m. and January 11 at noon. For more information and to register, contact Danielle Tatro
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Mourners Path Group In Houston
Walking the Mourner's Path, a small facilitated group for those grieving the death of a loved one, will be offered in winter of 2017 at Palmer Memorial, Houston. This Christ-centered group is open to those of any denomination or faith, follows a curriculum and meets for eight weeks. Contact the Rev. Linda Shelton for information.
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2017 Brotherhood of St. Andrew Scholarship Program
The Brotherhood of St Andrew will award $2,000 scholarships to two graduating high school seniors in May 2017. All congregations in the Diocese may submit an application. An application form can be found here.
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Diolog Magazine Profiles
We are looking for particular profiles for the September 2017 issue of the Diolog, which will be focused on our schools. We'd like to do stories about a unique outreach program done by a student/school and we would like to profile a student who is an artist (any medium). If you have suggestions, please forward to Carol E. Barnwell at cbarnwell@epicenter.org.
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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
The Beacon Day Center in Houston seeks a laundry/shower coordinator to be responsible for the laundry and shower area of the Cathedral'sministry to Houston's homeless at The Beacon, including supervision of and coordination of volunteer staff. The primary responsibility is to ensure that Beacon clients have a positive experience in accordance with The Beacon's mission to "restore dignity, self-respect and hope." The position will support the chief operating officer and directors with the overall goals of the program including organization, cleaning, cost controls, budget and maintenance of The Beacon laundry and shower facilities. The position is full-time with benefits. Interested parties should send a resume and three references to Mike Puccio at mpuccio@beaconhomeless.org.
Holy Cross, Sugar Land, seeks a full-time ministry leader for its Youth and Children programs. This position will lead a team that provides Christian education and fosters spiritual growth for children from pre-school age through high school. This person will create age-appropriate opportunities for fellowship and involvement in missions and service. The ministry leader will also work to integrate the children and youth into the overall parish life of Holy Cross and reports directly to the rector. A detailed job description can be found here. To apply, please contact Mark Kurtz by email at mark@holycrosschurch.com.
Find full details on these and more employment opportunities
here.
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Please encourage your friends and church family to sign up for the
Diolog e-news here by adding a link on your website or sharing in your church newsletter. Text
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