Parish News
All Saints Episcopal School Honors
Wounded Warriors

Almost two dozen veterans were part of a special ceremony organized by All Saints Episcopal School.

Being Both an Activist and Spiritual Often Go Together

Jim Harrington, director of Proyecto Santiago at St. James', Austin describes how community activism needs spirituality.


Were You Affected by Tropical Storm Imelda?

The diocese has compiled a list of resources for homeowners and volunteers, as well as a donation fund to help those who have been impacted by Imelda.


Crisis Cleanup   Due to the high demand, the Home Cleanup Hotline has been extended through Friday, October 11, 2019. Survivors of Tropical Storm Imelda needing assistance with  clean up  from the storm can  call (800) 451-1954 . (PLEASE NOTE: Cleanup assistance is not guaranteed.)


Want to help with Imelda Recovery?

Please  click here . We are identifying specific needs and will be in touch with you next week.

You can also donate to Ubi Caritas , a clinic and social service agency of the Episcopal Church in Beaumont.
Diocesan News
The diocese now has an app in both the App Store and the Google store. Download today! Search for Episcopal Diocese of Texas, and EDOT will appear. Simply click “ GET ”! Stay connected through your handheld device!
Special Rates for Waco Hotels
 
The 171st Annual Meeting of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas will be held at the Waco Convention Center, February 7-8, 2020.
 
Special rates have been arranged at the Waco Hilton, adjacent to the Convention Center, and at the Marriott Courtyard, across the street from the Convention Center. The deadline for room reservations at the special rates is January 8, 2020.
 
Rates at the  Waco Hilton  are $155 for a King and $159 for a double Queen.
 
Rates at the  Marriott Courtyard  are $149 for a King and $155 for a double Queen.


2020 Diocesan Council Nominations Open

Nominations  are now open through November 10, and position descriptions are listed on the Council information page on the website  here . Only electronic forms will be accepted for nominations.

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Events & Announcements

Participate in all-day festival of rehearsals, learning and fellowship. Sing your heart out Saturday, October 26 at Christ Church Cathedral, Houston.


Pre-Order an upcoming Advent devotion book by Forward Movement. Contributors include our Diocesan own: The Rev. Alejandro Montes, Laura Montes and the Rev. Glenice Robinson-Como.

National & International News
Deacon Whose Ancestors Were Enslaved by her Baltimore Church’s Founding Rector Helps Parish Face its Past

Church in Baltimore acknowledges and repents for their historic involvement with slavery.

Faith-Based Organization's 'Raise Ambition' on Climate Emergency After UN Summit

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry added his signature to a joint statement by various entities.

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
Full-Time Youth and Family Minister
Trinity, Longview

Sous-Chef
St. Martin's, Houston
Communications Manager
Holy Cross, Sugar Land

Youth Leader
Holy Cross, Sugar Land