"As we head toward Holy Week and Easter, [we have to remind ourselves] that illness, sickness
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any disease, even death
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none of that can separate us from the love of God." -
Bishop Andy Doyle
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Stay Up-To-Date With Diocesan COVID-19 Guidelines & News
SOCIAL DISTANCING, GATHERINGS OF LESS THAN 10 AND FREQUENT HANDWASHING IS KEY!
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The Episcopal Diocese of Texas has a deep desire to care and lead in this situation. Every week we are suggesting initiatives that will lower the risk of COVID-19 spreading in our communities.
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The Religious Meaning of the Emancipation Proclamation
"Opponents of slavery in the North, who thanked God that their nation at last was purging itself of its most detestable sin...others, and Episcopal clergy among them, they were feeling that God had deserted them,"
says Kathy H. Culmer, Ph.D., our contributing writer.
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Frequent Q&A's About Missional Communities
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Q: What is the average size of a missional community?
A: The average size of a missional community is 12 regular participants.
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For more information about Missional Communities, contact
Jason Evans
, missioner for missional communities.
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EDOT's New Church Plant
Northshore, Houston--EDOT's newest church plant, led by Missioner
Maria Bautista Vargas,
hosted its first night of worship on February 21. Visitors sung in English and in Spanish and participated in prayers stations.
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For more information about Church Planting, contact
Jason Evans
, missioner for missional communities.
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College Missioners Ministering to Students Amid COVIC-19 Interruptions
Students and leaders from across the diocese are gathering online nightly for prayer and conversation from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. All are welcome! Join in
here
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For more information about College Ministries, contact
Jason Evans
, missioner for missional communities.
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St. Mark’s, Austin, Forgives Over $500K of Medical Debt
In hopes of removing some financial burden to some families, St. Mark’s, Austin, forgave over $500k of medical debt with a gift of just over $5,000.
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Looking for a church or school? To find the nearest
Episcopal church or school, visit:
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EHF's
In Common 2020
Postponed
In Common Houston, originally scheduled for March 27-28, 2020 has been
postponed. The event will be rescheduled for Fall 2020.
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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.
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Part-Time Parish Bookkeeper
All Saints', Austin
Lay Pastoral Associate
St. Thomas the Apostle, Houston
Two Part-Time Constructions Supervisors
St. Andrew's, Pearland
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Student Ministry Interns
St. Martin's, Houston
Interim Organist/ Music Director
St. James' the Apostle, Conroe
Nursery Caregiver
Grace, Houston
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