"As COVID-19 continues to challenge us, we must be good shepherds to one another - in our homes, in our work, as we reach across virtual space, by giving what we can. But most of all, we must remember that is The Good Shepherd who is present with us in this present moment. The Good Shepherd who guides us, even in the darkest of nights."
- Bishop Andy Doyle
Stay Up-To-Date With Diocesan COVID-19 Guidelines & News
Three clergy, one spouse, and over 10 parishioners in the diocese have been diagnosed with COVID-19. Many more are presumed cases and are in quarantine.

“One Church: Separate But Not Equal”

" African Americans who have maintained their love and loyalty to the Church in spite of its problematic history have done so, sometimes at great cost to themselves ,"  says Kathy H. Culmer, Ph.D., our contributing writer.

Holy Comforter, Spring, Ministers to Seniors Virtually
Holy Comforter, Spring, is committed to serving senior citizens in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities by streaming their Morning Prayer services on YouTube during the COVID-19 outbreak.

For more information about Missional Communities, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Using Online Tools to Their Fullest Potential

Ministry Team Leaders at Holy Family, Houston, are engaging in ministry using various platforms such as Youtube, Instagram, Zoom and utilizing their phones to film and edit liturgy to show at four different times on Sundays--giving their members options to participate and grow in faith virtually.

For more information about Church Planting, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Campus Ministry in East Texas Receives Grant

Lamar University Episcopal College Community was awarded $5,000 by the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church to further enhance and positively impact their campus ministry.

For more information about College Ministries, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Alvin Church Feeds Over A Thousand People in Drive-Thru Food Bank

Grace, Alvin, recently transitioned their meal distribution via a drive-thru, giving away over 35-40 lbs of food and feeding over 1,000 individuals in the Alvin area.

In Other News
Three Spartans Named Scholastic Art and Writing National Medalists

St. Stephen’s is pleased to announce that three students have been named Scholastic Art and Writing National Medalists.

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Announcements
Abundant Harvest Needs Volunteers

There is a need for volunteers to pack bags of groceries, deliver food to doorsteps, and put groceries and meals into trunks to be delivered. 
Upcoming Events
UTO’s, Bexley Seabury’s Theology of Gratitude Conference Moved Online, Now Free

The one-day live webinar conference will take place on Friday, April 24 .
Bird & Blooms at Camp Allen, May15-17

Calling all nature and bird lovers! Enjoy the camp's 1,100 forested acres, attend expert led workshops and hike scenic trails with experienced guides.
Summer Camps for Moms at Camp Allen, July 17-19

Join moms of all ages in the piney woods of Camp Allen for a weekend filled with adventure. More here
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Employment Opportunities
Primary & Lower School Teacher
St. Mark's, Houston

Part-Time Parish Bookkeeper
All Saints', Austin

Lay Pastoral Associate
St. Thomas the Apostle, Houston
Part-Time Construction Supervisors
St. Andrew's, Pearland

Student Ministry Interns
St. Martin's, Houston

Interim Organist/Music Director
St. James' the Apostle, Conroe