Diocesan News
What To Expect at #Council19
Council19 is just a couple of days away. Find out from Bishop Doyle what to expect and how to stay connected with us. We will be live streaming the Bishop Suffragan election on Friday, February 22 around 10 a.m., as well as posting the results on the Diocesan Facebook page and website.
  • Parking: Free parking is available in the hotel garage (shared with the Cynthia Woods Pavilion.) Park on the 4th floor of the garage and take the skybridge over Six Pines Dr. to the 2nd floor of the hotel, then take the escalator down to the hotel lobby.
  • Schedule: Council schedule posted Here
  • Emergency: In the event of an emergency, call 911. Please also notify Rob Montgomery. He can be reached at 512.789.4585.
  • Hearing Assistance: There will be receivers available for people requiring hearing assistance and simultaneous interpretation.

For more Council FAQs, visit www.epicenter.org/council.

Complimentary  Formation Resources Available
Once again, the formation office is bringing lots of complimentary resources to Diocesan Council. This year we have several Vacation Bible School kits, children’s picture books, The Bible in 90 Days box sets, Discovery Series books and Family Ministry curriculums. Be sure to stop by our area in the exhibit hall and pick up a tote bag to fill and take back to your parish formation leaders.
Parish News

Never underestimate the power 13 church members can have on their community. With curiosity and care, the Rev. Nanda Perry shares how St. Philip's, Hearne is talking to their town and discovering together what the future may bring to small town Texas. More here .
Events and Deadlines
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Holy Comforter, Spring will be celebrating the Dedication and Consecration of their New Sanctuary on Saturday, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. Clergy are invited to vest in cassock, surplice, and white stoles. For questions about the service, please contact the parish, 281.288.8169. More info can be found here .
Registration is now open for the next Discovery Retreat at Camp Allen. The Discovery Retreat is a wonderful weekend opportunity to begin the work of discerning one's call to serve God in his church, community, and the world. The retreat is open to all in the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. Participation is required for those discerning a call to ordained ministry (deacon or priest). The retreat will take place Friday, March 15-17. Sign up here .
Amplify Austin   is a city-wide giving campaign where Austinites can support their favorite nonprofits and causes. Over 700 nonprofits in the Austin area are participating in Amplify this year, including El Buen. You can show your support by making a donation or becoming a team fundraiser to help raise funds on El Buen's behalf. This year El Buen has a goal of $30,000 to fund our Family Literacy programs,  which include ESL and computer literacy classes, GED classes, after-school tutoring and summer camps for kids. Click here for more information.
Come praise God, give God your worries and thanksgivings, and sing as many Aleluyas as possible before Lent. The concert will take place March 2 from 6-8 p.m. at Grace, Houston and it's free of charge. For more information contact Sandra Montes or call 281.889.8531.
Do you know a 4th-6th grader looking for something fun to do? Send them to Camp Allen for an exciting camp experience during the Intermediate Retreat. The retreat will take place March 1-3.The theme is #FAM Faith, Action, Making Connections and is centered around family—our personal family and our Godly family. High School students are encouraged to staff. For more information, contact Stephanie Townes or call 713.353.2138. More information can be found here .
The exciting theme for this year's Jr. High retreat is Survivor. Registration is limited. This retreat will provide a safe haven for 6th-8th grade students to ask how to survive this crazy thing called life and develop friendships in the process. The retreat will take place March 1-3 at Camp Allen. . College students are welcome to staff.  For more information, contact Stephanie Townes or call 713.353.2138. More information can be found here.
Abundant Living is a three-day annual conference for seniors, their families and caregivers. Explore aging as a spiritual journey - a time to find deeper meaning and purpose wit geriatricians and others.  
Enjoy nature walks, canoeing, art, song, and more. The retreat will take place March 4-6 at Camp Allen. More information can be found here .
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.
Employment
School Chaplain
Episcopal High School, Bellaire/Houston

Full-Time Director of Child Care
St. Stephen's, Beaumont

Part-Time Music Minister
St. George's, Austin

Find full details on these and more clergy opportunities here . 
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