Celebrating MORE THAN 175 Years of Mission
A Diverse Community of Believers
Following the Episcopal tradition across our 81-county diocese from Houston to Austin, Waco to Tyler, and all the way to Fort Worth. Our parishes are large and small, contemporary and traditional. Let us help you find a worship experience that will bring you a meaningful experience with a lively and growing community.
Silver Charms for the Junior Altar Guild:
August 7, 2025
A Milestone in Peggy Fleissner’s Legacy to the Diocese of Texas Motivated by her deep love for St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and a desire to inspire future generations in faith, Peggy Fleissner, a founding member of St. Paul’s in Houston, helped launch a unique initiative for young girls: the Junior Altar Guild. Working closely with Rev. George Perrigin, the rector at the time, and the renowned Texas jeweler James Read More »
ST. JAMES, LA GRANGE – A REVIEW: ST. JAMES STEINWAY CONCERT SERIES featuring MILES GILLETTE-BOCKHORN
August 7, 2025
By Jim Austin We’ve all experienced a variety of standing ovations following musical performances. Two are hesitant. There’s the begrudging kind: Oh, looks like everyone’s slowly standing; guess I gotta too, but it wasn’t THAT good. And then there’s the eager-but-cautious type: Oh, that was swell, but no one is standing so I guess I won’t … wait, there’s one … now two; let’s do Read More »
Resurrection at the MFAH: Trinity’s Sacred Art in the Spotlight
August 6, 2025
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston will host a special screening of A Portrait of a Postman, a compelling new documentary highlighting the life and work of celebrated Texas artist Kermit Oliver. Among the pieces featured in the film is Resurrection—Oliver’s powerful nine-foot painting that hangs in the Morrow Chapel at Trinity Episcopal Church, Midtown. The Rev. Hannah Atkins Romero, rector of Trinity, is interviewed Read More »
Back to School: How Is Your Church Preparing STUDENTS?
August 6, 2025
Back-to-school season is here, and churches across the Diocese are coming together to support students in all kinds of ways. From blessing backpacks to collecting school supplies, hosting prayer services, and more! Our congregations are helping children start the year with confidence and care. This week, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Bay City shared their Blessing of the Backpacks, offered for students in their community. We’d love to Read More »
BISHOP QUIN FOUNDATION SUPPORTS EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF TEXAS-GIVES TO CHURCH THAT LOST SO MUCH MORE THAN MONEY CAN BUY
July 31, 2025
September 15, 1963 was a day in a church that can never be forgotten. The Episcopal Diocese of Texas and Bishop Quin Foundation brought to fruition its fierce commitment towards racial healing and reconciliation to Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. After his visit to the church last fall, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, IX Bishop of Texas, returned and requested that Bishop Read More »
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas Welcomes Bishop Dean E. Wolfe as Bishop in Residence
July 24, 2025
DALLAS – July 23, 2025 – Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church has named the Rt. Rev. Dean E. Wolfe as Bishop in Residence, beginning September 1, 2025. A former Vice Rector of Saint Michael (1998–2003) and former Bishop of Kansas (2003–2017), Wolfe brings decades of leadership experience in The Episcopal Church. In this new role, Bishop Wolfe will assist with worship, provide pastoral care, Read More »
Celebrating Community, Culture, and Continuity
July 17, 2025
Two congregations in the Diocese of Texas recently marked important milestones. Each one reflecting the evolving, dynamic nature of their communities and the impact they continue to have beyond their walls. St. Alban’s, Houston Episcopal Church — 80 Years of multicultural love St. Alban’s, Houston Episcopal Church celebrated its 80th anniversary with an event full of life, color, and connection. The gathering brought together people Read More »
Faces of Faith
July 15, 2025
A Portrait Series Celebrating the Diversity of Episcopal Life in Texas What do a poet, a gardener, a cook, a returning skeptic, and a quiet caregiver have in common? They are all faces of faith. They all carry stories worth telling. Faces of Faith is a new project by Tina Francis, a Master of Divinity senior at Seminary of the Southwest, who was recently awarded a Read More »
Celebrating the Legacy of St. Thomas’ Episcopal School: A Joyful Reunion
July 15, 2025
Photos and article by Heather Harrell, photographer, and vestry member at St. Thomas’s Episcopal School. On Sunday, June 29th, St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church opened its doors and its heart to former students, teachers, administrators, and friends for a long-awaited St. Thomas’ Episcopal School Reunion. It was a day filled with joy, memories, and gratitude as we celebrated a school that touched countless lives in our community. Read More »
The Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu, daughter of Archbishop Desmond and Nolmalizo Leah Tutu Preaches at Emmanuel, Houston
July 8, 2025
On Sunday, July 6, the Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu (Associate Priest at All Saints Episcopal Church, Atlanta, GA), third child of Archbishop Desmond and Nomalizo Leah Tutu, served as guest priest at Emmanuel, Houston. Born in South Africa and having lived in many places, she was educated in Swaziland, the US, and England, and has split her adult life between South Africa and the United Read More »
Our Regions
The Diocese of Texas is divided into four regions. Oversight is provided to the congregations in the respective region by means of the regional executive.
Ministries & Education
Training bi-vocational priests, deacons and lay leaders in The Episcopal Diocese of Texas
Latest News & Press Releases
Clergy Breakfast with Archbishop Rowan Williams
Ten Days in Costa Rica: A Journey of Purpose, Faith, and Transformation
Celebrating the Ministry of the Rev. Dr. Álvaro Pinzón at St. Dunstan’s
Upcoming Events
Angela Cortiñas Consecration as Bp Suff of Dio WTx
General Events
March 15, 2025Installation of New Ministry – The Rev. Michael Briggs
General Events
May 17, 2025Province VII Small/Rural Church Chat
General Events
September 4, 2025