Diocesan News
Calling All Former and New Volunteers
This is going to be a very special Council with both a heartfelt celebration of the ministry and episcopacy of Bishop Dena Harrison and the election of the next Bishop Suffragan for the Diocese. Possible areas with which we need your help include: check-in, worship, workshops, exhibits, celebration events and business, of course. Please save the dates and encourage your friends to volunteer as well. 

Council schedule posted Here
Council Registration  Open

In addition to registering delegates, each church is required to provide the following by no later than February 1, 2019:

Clergy Spouse Registration  Open

Lodging at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel Full
Find alternate hotels in The Woodlands here

All Council information is available and will continue to be updated at  www.epicenter.org/council.
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Parish News

The Rev. Eileen O'Brien, campus missioner of Houston Canterbury will now serve as rector of St. James' Episcopal Church, a multicultural congregation in East Austin. More here .

The Rev. Morgan Allen of Good Shepherd, Austin, announced that he will become rector of Trinity, Boston. More here.
Events and Deadlines
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EDOT Staff Update
For administrative assistance with Mission Amplification (christian formation, missional communities, strategic development, intercultural development, congregational vitality) or to schedule an appointment with Canon Joann Saylors, please contact  Nick Puccio , assistant to the Canon for Mission Amplification.
Where do you see God? The Commission on Black Ministry invites youth of African heritage from throughout the Diocese and Episcopal schools, to utilize their photography skills by capturing symbols of faith throughout their communities. First, second, and third place winners from the 6-10, 11-13, and 14 -18 age groups will receive Amazon gift cards and will be invited to the opening reception at the Diocesan Center in Houston on Thursday, January 31, 2019, at 6 p.m. Photos will be displayed at the Diocesan Center from January 31, 2019 through February 28, 2019. Please fill out the application form and submit photos no later than Thursday, January 17, 2019. Contact   Teresa Chang  f or more information.  
Anyone in college or college-aged is invited to the Texas Episcopal College Retreat for 2019. The cost for the weekend is $25. Expect fun activities, small group times, worship, game nights, deep conversations, new friends and lots more! You can expect to hear the Gospel, learn new things, experience different styles of worship, and have an experience unlike any other. For more information, contac t the Rev. Keith Pozzuto or call 412.559.6866. 
Registration for EfM mentor training in the Episcopal Diocese of Texas is now open at this  link . Please use only a laptop or desktop computer to register. The formation topic will be Group Life Training. For more information on this topic go here . Training is at Camp Allen, lodging and meals are included in the $300 cost. After February 1 cost will be $325. Contact  Lucy Wagner  with questions.
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. 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 .
Join St. Thomas the Apostle, Nassau Bay, on a pilgrimage to Jordan, March 8-17, 2019. Celebrate the Eucharist on Mt. Nebo, renew your baptism in the Jordan River, stroll down archetypal Roman cities, and wonder as we wander through the desert of Wadi Rum. For more information, contact the Rev. Mike Stone or visit  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
Project Lead/Supply & Logistics Coordinator
St. Andrew's, Pearland

Full-Time Youth Minister
St. Luke's on the Lake, Austin

Music Minister
St. Aidan's, Cypress

Find full details on these and more employment opportunities here . 
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