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New Website Streamlines Strategic Mission Grant Process
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The Diocese of Texas has launched a new website for its Strategic Mission Grants (SMG), part of a comprehensive structure of support for congregations to fund growth initiatives. The site, at www.smgedot.org, outlines revised goals and offers a streamlined, online application process. Visit the new site here and read more about the vision here.
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Palmer Memorial, Houston, was the scene of joyful celebration May 26 as the 2017 class of Archway Academy received their high school diplomas.
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In 2000, the United Nations named June 20 as World Refugee Day. Share Bishop Curry's
video message on your church's Facebook page. Find a toolkit
here with ideas and guides to observe World Refugee Day on June 20.
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College missioners seek contact information for all incoming freshman
attending schools in the Diocese. Support your students in this critical transition and help them connect with a faith community as they leave home. For information about events for incoming college students, please contact
the Rev. Beth Magill.
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Are you a parish communicator? Ever dabble in Facebook or Twitter? Well, you're not alone. Join a group of EDOT communicators for support, best practices, camaraderie and all things social media.
JOIN HERE.
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Check out all that's going on at Camp Allen this summer, including Man Camp,
Labor Day Family Camp and more.
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Deacon's Ordination at Christ Church Cathedral, June 24, 2017
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Samantha Gottlich, Travis Helms and Neal McGowan will be ordained transitional deacons at 10:00 a.m. on June 24 at Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas Ave., Houston, TX 77002. A reception will follow in Reynolds Hall. Clergy wear white stoles.
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Spiritual Formation School Accepting Applications
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FIND, a school for spiritual formation, now offers programs in both spiritual direction training and spiritual formation for ministry. Applications will be accepted until June 30. See www.f-in-d.org for more information and an application form. Or contact Kathleen Phillips 979.324.4302 or finddirectr@yahoo.com.
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New Community Conference,
July 19-22 at Camp Allen
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Registration is now open for the popular Episcopal Church New Community Clergy and Lay Conference, July 19-22 at Camp Allen. The theme is Affirming Life, Liberty and Justice. “The New Community Clergy and Lay Conference is a venue for us to learn from one another as we strive to live together as the beloved community,” said the Rev. Canon Anthony Guillen, Episcopal Church Director of Ethnic Ministries Department. Learn more here.
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Next Discovery Retreat, December 1-3 at Camp Allen
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The Church needs leaders who are entrepreneurial, collaborative, adaptive, diverse and spiritually trustworthy. While we still need to identify those among us who are called to ordination, the Diocese of Texas encourages all Christians to seek their particular call. The discernment process in the Diocese is designed to give greater access to explore ministry in many forms through an initial Discovery Retreat for those who want to serve God in a new way. Participants learn a theological model for vocation that gives them a framework for their own discernment. They explore a variety of Christian vocations, have time for personal reflection and prayer and learn about the canonical processes for ordained ministry in the Diocese. Consider participating in the December Discovery Retreat to see where God is calling you to serve. Registration for the Discovery Retreats is on the
Camp Allen website.
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Pearland DOK Recognized for Work with Homeless Ministry
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St. Andrew’s Daughters of the King was recently recognized by their national organization for its work to help reopen a homeless ministry near Pearland. In early 2017, the Ruth Chapter took on Family Promise of Clear Creek as an outreach mission of the chapter. Daughters of the King is an order of women in the Episcopal Church committed to prayer and service. Family Promise helps to transition guests away from homelessness to permanent housing, sustainable independence and self-sufficiency through supportive services. The Ruth Chapter hosted a seated dinner for more than 120 guests at St. Andrew’s to benefit Family Promise, and raised more than $7,000 to aid in the program’s March 2017 reopening.
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Are You Ready For Hurricane Season?
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It’s the beginning of hurricane season. Please download the
Parish Emergency Planning booklet to be sure you are prepared. The resource provides a check list and a number of resources to help you identify risks, secure your facilities and use effective communications to check in with your parishioners and the Diocese. It also includes a recovery checklist. Follow the
diocesan Facebook page for updated communications in the event of an emergency and to receive announcements.
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Heading to LSU? Welcome to St. Alban's Chapel
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St. Alban's Chapel at Louisiana State University welcomes a large and diverse congregation of students and faculty each year. The Chapel is open 24/7 for any student to find refuge, quiet or a place to pray. Dinner is served every Sunday following a 6 p.m. Holy Eucharist and a regular Wednesday “Lunch with C. S. Lewis” draws nearly 200 students. The Canterbury ministry employs students as Sunday School teachers, campus ministry interns and as core members of their exceptional Sunday morning choir. Learn more at:
www.stalban.org
or contact the chaplain, the Rev. Drew Rollins, at
lsuchaplain@stalban.org
or call him at 225.933.0241.
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UK Youth Pilgrimage Begins This Thursday
A pilgrimage is a journey in which people search for greater spiritual significance and depth in their lives. It is oftentimes coupled with a physical journey to a religious location or site. The pilgrims will be exploring their Anglican roots in Canterbury and London. Follow along on the pilgrim's journey here and please keep them in your prayers as they begin their journey.
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Intermediate Urban Mission Retreat in Downtown Houston, August 4-6
All rising 4-6 graders are invited to spend the weekend at Christ Church Cathedral in downtown Houston. Activities include a campus scavenger hunt, serving in the community, riding the Metro and worshiping at the 9 a.m. Sunday service along with their families. This weekend will introduce our intermediate students to the life-long call of service and worship while learning the value the Church and world place on their unique gifts and talents with C.U.S.E. (Cathedral Urban Service Experience) in downtown Houston. Scholarships are available. Register here.
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Ministry Certificates Applications Due August 1
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The Episcopal Diocese of Texas is committed to ensuring that its churches, schools and institutions live out our baptismal covenant, providing an environment free from abuse, exploitation and harassment.
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National & International News
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Presiding Bishop on the President’s action and the Paris Climate Accord
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Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry has issued the following statement on President Donald Trump’s action and the Paris Climate Accord.
READ MORE HERE
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Episcopal Women’s History Project Conference Focuses on Women of Color
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The June 12-15 conference, the first in the group’s history to focus on women of color, brought together lay and ordained women from across the country. READ MORE HERE
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Calvary Episcopal School, Bastrop, seeks a new Head of School, to begin in the fall of 2018. CES is fully accredited by SAES and serves 3-year-olds through sixth grade. The candidate profile and additional information can be found here.
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas seeks a Youth Event Coordinator/Mission Amplification Administrative Assistant that will manage approximately 24 Diocesan youth events and serve as the administrative support for the Mission Amplification team. The ideal candidate will have excellent management skills with the ability to order complexity while developing healthy, positive relationships with diocesan related people. A detailed job description can be found here. To apply, send cover letter and resume to Jamie Martin-Currie, EDOT Missioner for Christian Formation.
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas seeks an executive assistant to the Bishop Diocesan to provide administrative assistance for the Bishop’s office. The successful candidate will report to the chief of staff, be responsible for administrative assistance, engage in planning, draft correspondence, manage calendars, keep detailed electronic and paper records, offer administrative support and assist with other duties in order to keep the Office of the Bishop running smoothly. Experience in general business and office management and/or administration is preferred. Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to Human Resource Administrator, Zee Turnbull at: zturnbull@epicenter.org. Deadline for submissions is July 31, 2017.
The Gathering of Leaders seeks a new director who will be responsible for the day to day operations of the organization. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong administrative and management experience and will be responsible for conference arrangements for up to 40 persons, communications and financial accountability, working in tandem with the Seminary of the Southwest. Residence in Austin, TX is preferred but not required. This is a 3/4 time position with benefits and flexible hours. Submit resumes and an email expressing interest to golposition@gmail.com by August 15, 2017. Position begins Oct. 1, 2017.
Find full details on these and more employment opportunities here.
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June 24 - Integrity Street Eucharist
July 10 - Episcopal Youth Event 2017
July 19
- Nueva Comunidad: Conferencia
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