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People from different faiths and religious backgrounds came together for a vigil in support of the Muslim community here and around the world.


The omission of alleluia during Lent goes back at least to the fifth century in the western church. The association of alleluia with Easter led to the custom of intentionally omitting it from the liturgy during the season of Lent.

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Bishop Andy Doyle announced today the appointment of the Rev. Canon Christine M. Faulstich, chief of staff, as his new Canon to the Ordinary of The Episcopal Diocese of Texas, effective March 15, 2019.

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Attention all congregational leaders, Episcopal Health Foundation invites you with the opportunity to gain skills and learn more about the resources and support EHF can offer congregations. This year, In Common will be organized into three regional convening events hosted in Austin, Houston and Tyler. More information can be found here . Register here .
Allow yourself to be free from the enticement of distractions and the need to be doing. Allow yourself to be seduced by the Mystery of the Sacred Source of all that is and all that is you. Saint David's, Austin invites you to spend a quiet day experience Saturday, March 30 from 9-3 p.m. The event will be led by Brother Dennis Gibbs. More information can be found here .
St. Francis Episcopal Church welcomes all who wish to attend a Forgiveness Workshop led by the Rev. Stuart A. Bates on Saturday, April13 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. During Lent, consider who you need to forgive and work through a process of learning to release others and yourself. Please RSVP to  Amy Homer at 713.782.1270 if you plan to attend. The seminar will take place at the  Hogan Board Room .
Whether you’re a band-worship leader, an organist, a member of a contemporary music team, a singer, a rector, one-person-worship leader, or anywhere in the middle, this conference is for you. This conference is meant to share a mutual-respecting, cross-denominational and genre-inclusive experience of energizing and engaging communal-music leadership. The Musician’s Conference at   Kanuga   is a time for Church musicians to gather in the spirit of collegial awesomeness. The conference will take place April 23-36. More information can be found here .
A Youth Encounter Spirit (Y.E.S.) weekend brings together 6th-8th-grade youth of the Diocese of Texas to focus on "who Christ is" while forming a Christian community. Y.E.S. helps foster a clearer appreciation of self, richer relationships with others, and a deeper experience with Jesus. The weekend is designed to provide an atmosphere of openness where participants can ask questions and have the freedom to explore answers without fear of judgment along with fun, music and games. The last Y.E.S. of the 2018-2019 school year is April 26-28. Register at epicenter.org/yes . For more information, contact Stephanie Townes or call 713.353.2138
A Happening is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for high school students that gives those who attend the desire to understand and serve God through his Church. The Happening weekend provides a method through which a high school student's spirituality may be developed, nourished, lived, and shared in fellowship with Christians through thought-provoking and challenging talks given by members of the youth staff and clergy. Talks are followed by questions and discussion in small groups, and surprises are interspersed throughout the weekend. Registration closes April 15, 2019. More information can be found here . For more information, contact Stephanie Townes or call 713.353.2138
Calling all nature and bird lovers. Enjoy Camp Allen's 1,100 forested acres, attend expert led workshops and hike scenic trails with experienced guides. Presentations include wildlife photography, Audubon 
presentations, live owl and hawk demonstrations, birding identification, sunrise bird watching and more. This event will take place April 26-28. More information can be found here . Register 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
Executive to the Bishop Suffragan
EDOT, Austin

Part-Time Assistant for Communication and Administration
St. Michael's, Austin

St. Andrew's, Pearland
Project Lead / Logistics Coordinator

Communications Manager
St. Martin's, Houston

Find full details on these and more opportunities here . 
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