Welcome to News for Communicators |
The Communicators Newsletter is a new, online publication providing information, resources, event details, and announcements pertaining to events throughout the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.
Please use these resources in your church publications, announcements, social media and electronic communications, and invite your members to subscribe to receive direct communications in their inbox regarding diocesan news and events.
Further, you are encouraged to submit resources, events, and announcements to the diocesan Communications Office for publication on the diocesan website and/or to this email list.
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Featured Spring and Summer Events |
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The Good, the True, & the Beautiful Retreat: April 14 - 16, Camp Capers |
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The Good, the True, and the Beautiful Retreat is a story-telling and spirituality retreat hosted by the Rt. Rev. David M. Reed. Together with Bishop Reed, the keynote speakers Kyle Hutton and Tish Hinojosa will explore the restorative power of story-telling, songwriting, and creativity through the lens of faith. The retreat will also have afternoon creativity sessions with local artists, delicious meals, and time for fellowship and personal reflection.
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Event Graphics
Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the The Good, the True, & the Beautiful retreat.
Click here to download the 8 1/2" x 11" flyer.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Youth Confirmation Retreat: April 21 - 23, Mustang Island Conference Center |
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Don't miss the Youth Confirmation Retreat at Mustang Island Conference Center next month! This retreat is for 7th through 12th graders interested in confirmation or learning more about The Episcopal Church. Participants will also spend time on the beach, play games, and have fun with youth from across the Diocese.
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Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the Youth Confirmation Retreat.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Nails & Prayers Retreat: April 28 - 30, Camp Capers |
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A service-oriented weekend for men (ages 18 and up) to help Camp Capers and experience an enjoyable weekend away. Work projects may include grounds clean-up, trail maintenance on the Brinsmade Sanctuary and meditation trail, stocking firewood for campfires and Steves Hall, landscaping, and gardening.
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Event Graphics
Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the Nails & Prayers Retreat.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Spirit, Mind, and Body: Engaging with the World Retreat: April 28 - 30, Mustang Island Conference Center |
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Engage with your world through the lens of Spirit, Mind, and Body. Led by the Rt. Rev. Gary Lillibridge, Catherine Lillibridge, and Mary Katherine Duffy, participants will explore scripture's timeless message, the Enneagram's transformative direction, and the MELT Method's self-applied healing therapy. Give yourself a weekend to reflect and relax, then return home with a renewed sense of peace and new insights into the choices we have on a daily basis.
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Event Graphics
Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the Spirit, Mind, and Body Retreat.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Meditative Yoga Retreat: April 28 - 30, Mustang Island Conference Center |
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Escape to your island home for a weekend centered on the healing, rejuvenating, life-giving practices of yoga, meditation, and contemplative Christian prayer. This retreat is open to all, no matter your yoga or meditation experience.
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Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the Meditative Yoga Retreat.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Summer Camp at Camp Capers, Mustang Island Conference Center, and Duncan Park: June 1 - September 1 |
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Children, youth, families, and adults are invited to sign up for camp sessions at Camp Capers, Duncan Park, and Mustang Island Conference Center this summer. Everyone needs the moments of joy and reconnection that take place at camp more than ever now. Don't miss these amazing opportunities!
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Event Graphics
Churches and schools may use these digital slides to easily share information about the The Good, the True, & the Beautiful retreat.
Click here to download the 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" Camp Capers, Duncan Park, and Mustang Island Conference Center flyers.
Click here to download the digital bulletin board graphic.
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Are your service times, clergy names, and other details up to date on the diocesan Find a Church page? Click here for instructions and video tutorials to update your congregation or school's listing on the Episcopal Asset Map and diocesan website.
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Submit Church Events for E-News and Diocesan Event Calendar |
Congregations are invited to submit public events to the diocesan office to be considered for inclusion in the Weekly E-News and on the new, Events Calendar on the website.
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