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Episcopal Diocese of Texas Bishops’ Statement
We grieve for the most recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. We hear the voices of people of color who live, daily, as victims of prejudice, contempt, and violence in America. We support peaceful protests.
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No Ways Tired
by Kathy H. Culmer, D. Min.
"Tired and weary though we may sometimes get, let us not forget those who have come before us and made a way for us, that we too may walk in the way that has been prepared and even beyond it, until we have reached a better day and made a better way. For indeed, God has not brought us this far to leave us,"
says Kathy H. Culmer, D.Min, our contributing writer.
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LOGOS Poetry Collective: Building Community Through Words
LOGOS Poetry Collective
, a missional community of the Episcopal Student Center/Austin Canterbury, is a liturgically-inflected reading series and community. During the pandemic, LOGOS is translating its unique, participatory format onto digital platforms, in hopes of introducing more and more like-souled individuals to this life-giving way of building relationships.
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For more information about Missional Communities, contact
Jason Evans.
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Helping Families Across Houston
Northside Church Plant, Houston, has supplied diapers, formula and milk to the young parents at Heights High School; collected and reset technology for elementary school students; and advocated successfully for rental assistance funding by the City of Houston and Harris County.
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For more information about Church Planting, contact
Jason Evans.
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Congratulations,
Graduating
High School Seniors!
Do you know students transitioning into a new school this fall?
Provide us with basic contact information
and we'll do our best to get them connected to a parish or Canterbury program for wherever their next stage in life takes them.
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St. Mark's, Beaumont, Contributes $55,000 to Southeast Texas Non-Profits
The grants are given annually from the proceeds generated by St. Mark’s Chili Supper and Bazaar and their resale store, the Treasure House. In the last eleven years, St. Mark’s has been able to give a total of $490,640 in grants.
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St. James', Houston, Donates Over 400 Masks in Partnership with Masks For All
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Parishioners of St. James' are dusting off sewing machines to supply members of the community with masks, in partnership with Houston Responds. Recently, the parish held a community mask giveaway, distributing more than 400 masks. They continue to make masks and look forward to another mass giveaway to help keep others healthy.
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“I am Palmer” is a series of articles written by parishioners at Palmer Memorial, Houston, about their experiences in the time of COVID-19. In this article, Dr. Catherine Troisi, a doctor of infectious diseases shares her experiences with sharing information to the public regarding this pandemic.
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Get Involved Spotlight:
El Buen Samaritano
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted the Latino and immigrant community financially, and many families are unable to cover their basic needs. In response, El Buen is currently sourcing more than 6,000 pounds of food donations weekly from the Central Texas Food Bank.
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EHF Announces
$5 Million in Funding
for COVID-19 response Across the Diocese
See the grants in your area that are part of EHF's $10 million overall response plan to the crisis.
Click here for more...
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Do you have experience in A/V?
Churches need your help creating audio/visual setups. Are you interested in volunteering? Email
Canon Joann Saylors.
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Texas COVID-19 Test Collection Sites
Public screening and antibody collection sites are available statewide, in‑person and at drive‑thru locations. Check your location’s hours and referral requirements before your visit.
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Texas Launches SNAP Online Grocery Purchases Pilot
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission announced the launch of a statewide pilot program allowing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients to purchase groceries online.
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COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line
Free Help is Available 24/7. Speak with a mental health professional for help dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief or worries.
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Looking for a church or school? To find the nearest
Episcopal church or school, visit:
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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.
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Annual Recovery Retreat: Wellness in Recovery
The new date for the Annual Recovery Retreat is
June 26-28.
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Deacons' Ordinations, Saturday, June 27
Ordinations will take place at Christ Church Cathedral. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the service will not be open to the public.
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Harvey Documentary Highlighting Diocesan Recovery Work Now Available to Stream
"100 Boats: A Hurricane Harvey Documentary" is a story of resilience of the human spirit, the power of unity, and the courage it takes to help others, without expecting anything in return. Director Syed Hasan is generously offering a
15% discount
. Use promo code
EPISCOPAL
at checkout.
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Focus – Take a Closer Look
, a Virtual Vacation
Bible School Happening July 27-30
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In a collaborative effort, Christ Church Cathedral, St. John the Divine and St. Martin's, have teamed up to bring VBS to anyone who needs a time of virtual fun, fellowship and faith. Join them!
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Camp Allen Launches New Store
Want some Camp Allen merchandise? Camp Allen has launched their new Camp Store at
www.campallen.org
. This includes all of camp 2020 merchandise.
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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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Communications Manager
Calvary, Bastrop
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St. Mark's, HoustonPrimary and Lower School Religion
Teacher
St. Mark's, Houston
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