Episcopal Health Foundation Targets Long-Term Focus in $10 Million COVID-19 Response Plan Click here
Statement of Churches in the Greater Houston Area Concerning the Pace of Resuming In-Person Worship

The pastors and leaders of the undersigned churches and Christian groups continue to pray for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Share Your Stimulus Check with the Most Vulnerable Among Us

Over the last few weeks, many Americans have been eagerly awaiting their stimulus payments from the CARES Act, meant to soften the economic blow of the COVID-19 outbreak.

A prayer from the Mission Amplification Team for the leaders across our diocese — both lay and ordained.
A Good and Faithful Servant: The Rev. Thomas W. Cain

"Defying odds, challenging systems, and keeping the faith, were the ongoing struggles of the African American preacher. At times it may have seemed that he carried the weight of the world, but if not the world, then certainly the weight of a people ,"  says Kathy H. Culmer, Ph.D., our contributing writer.

Teaming Up to Feed Families

The Abundant Harvest team out of St. Isidore's, Spring, prepared and trained volunteers of St. Philip the Evangelist, Houston, and supplied the food for the Sudanese church plant to provide needed groceries to hungry Sudanese households across Houston. St. Isidore was able to provide enough food for distribution to 75 families.
For more information about Missional Communities, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Holy Family, Humble, Helps Foster Children

With the current COVID-19 crisis, there's a higher need to assist foster care youth. The Rev. John Soard & Holy Family, Humble, are
raising money and collecting items for the donation for children.

For more information about Church Planting, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Meals for Middle Schoolers

The Rev. Rich Nelson, campus missioner at Texas A&M and Blinn College, is working with a local College Station  catering company to help distribute 50 meals each week to fellow students and their families.
For more information about College Ministries, contact Jason Evans , missioner for missional communities.
Efforts to Feed the San Mateo Community, Bellaire, Featured in the Houston Chronicle

"For us, God is working here on everything," says Rev. Janssen Gutiérrez. Volunteers helped feed 400 families.

St. Andrew's, Pearland, Delivers Care Packages

Members of St. Andrew's, Pearland, delivered care packages to 167 households containing a roll of paper towel, toilet paper and a little bit of humor.
In The News
Local Churches Remaining Virtual Even with Relaxed Restrictions

The Rev. Angela Cortinas, rector of St. Thomas', College Station, along with Bishop Doyle were featured on KBTX News.

El Buen Receives 
RISE Funds

El Buen has provided food to 2,343 families, distributing about 41,000 pounds of food during the COVID-19 crisis. In addition, last week the City of Austin named El Buen as one of the agencies who will distribute aid to those who do not qualify for the federal relief.

A Closer Look
In Depth: The Rt. Rev.
John Clark Buchanan

The Rt. Rev. John Clark Buchanan, assistant bishop of the Diocese of Texas (2004-2006), peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 15, at his home in South Carolina, surrounded by his family.

Remembering Houston area UBE Chapter Founder
James Barron

Mr. James Barron, who died on Easter day, April 12, 2020, was a naturally charismatic leader who was able to draw people to him and win them over to his way of progressive thinking.

In Other News
St. Stephen's Orchestra Gives Remote Community Concert

Members of the St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Upper School orchestra performed a remote concert in mid-April to the delight of the entire school community. More here

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Announcements
Ministry has looked a little different over the last few weeks. What are you celebrating? What new practices are worth keeping? Where can you go deeper? Members of your Diocesan team and guests will be reflecting on what we’re learning during this unique season of ministry for a 30 minute lunch and learn each Tuesday of Eastertide on  Facebook Live . See you online or go to  the virtual hub  for more details and  more reflection questions !
Upcoming Events
LOTS Spring Livestream Luncheon

Save the date for the Lord of the Streets Spring Luncheon which will now take place online on  Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at noon.
Bird & Blooms at Camp Allen, May 15-17, Canceled
The eFormation Online Conference, June 3

Save the date for the  eFormation online  conference through Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. The conference features two speakers from our Diocese: the Rev. David Peters, St. Joan of Arc Church Plant and Ellie Singer, our S ocial Media and Multimedia Specialist . More info here
Oasis: Young Adult and Campus Ministries 
Leadership Conference 2020

The virtual conference will be held June 23-26 . Designed for Episcopal leaders in ministry with young adults (ages 18-30) on and off college campuses.
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.