Apply Soon: Racial Justice Grants and Scholarship Opportunities
October 9, 2026
Racial Justice Initiative Funding opportunities through the Episcopal Diocese of Texas’s Racial Justice Initiative support congregations advancing racial reconciliation and students pursuing higher education. The nearest deadline is October 15. Please review the opportunities below and share them with those who may benefit. Nearest deadline October 15 2026 Last Chance to Apply: Talbot Fund Closes October 15 Time is running out. Applications for the John and Joseph Talbot Fund for Racial Reconciliation close October 15, 2026. The fund supports congregations undertaking racial reconciliation projects, including research into local histories of slavery and racism, educational programs such as Sacred Ground or…
Diocese Celebrates El Buen Samaritano CEO Dr. Rosamaria Murillo’s Lifetime Achievement Award
October 7, 2026
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas joins El Buen Samaritano in congratulating its CEO, Dr. Rosamaria Murillo, on receiving the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. The recognition was presented at Celebrando Austin on October 3, honoring her lasting contributions to the Central Texas community. Throughout her career, Dr. Murillo has worked to strengthen communities, advocate for Latino families, and expand opportunities for future generations. Her leadership reflects the mission of El Buen Samaritano, an outreach ministry of the Diocese of Texas that helps families access healthcare, education, and essential resources while affirming the dignity of every person. In its…
You’re Invited to a Film and Conversation: Her (Spike Jonze, 2013)
October 2, 2026
The Houston Psychoanalytic Society and the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, IX Bishop of Texas, invite you to a screening of Spike Jonze’s Her, winner of the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Following the film, Todd Essig, PhD, and Bishop Doyle will explore what is gained, and what may be irreplaceably lost, when intimacy no longer requires a body.
Council Nominations Are Open!
September 25, 2026
Submit Your Nominee Today!
Renewing Discipleship: A Conference from Forward Movement
September 15, 2026
Following Jesus is not just about checking off a list of to-dos, but rather about reorienting our life toward the righteousness of God. This ultimately frees us to live the abundant lives Jesus desires for us.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Stories That Take Us Home
September 15, 2026
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the cultures, traditions, stories, and people that enrich our communities and the life of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. This year, Bishop Héctor Monterroso invites us to celebrate by remembering the things that connect us to our heritage — sometimes in the simplest and most unexpected ways. For Bishop Monterroso, one of those moments came through something familiar: coffee and bread. A visit to a Guatemalan business brought back memories of Guatemala and of a tradition shared in many Latin American homes. It was a simple reminder of how a taste, a…
clergy conference
August 28, 2026
Our annual gathering for all the active clergy in the diocese to learn and support each other.
Thank You for Answering the Call to Feed the Hungry
July 9, 2026
“The ‘Call to Feed the Hungry’ is a new interfaith campaign tackling growing food insecurity across Texas. We aim to galvanize people of faith and conscience to partner with lawmakers, ensuring essential food programs—such as SNAP, school meals and more —remain adequately funded. Our goal is to empower a knowledgeable constituency of Texans to advocate effectively for these vital programs in the upcoming legislative session.”
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.
