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December 9, 2025
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Remembering Mr. Fred Rouse: A Public Witness for Repair and Racial Justice in Fort Worth
December 8, 2025
“The work of racial justice is about repair. About telling the truth and walking with those who have been harmed.”— The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Diocese of Texas gathered in Fort Worth to honor the life of Mr. Fred Rouse in a memorial grounded in remembrance and public witness. The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, the Rt. Rev. Brian Seage, and the Rev. Sandra Michaels, MDiv, STM, were present alongside descendants, community leaders, and partners, standing together at a site marked by racial violence and affirming the call to truth, repair, and reconciliation.…
IN THE NEWS: ICE-held priest with valid work permit opts to return to Kenya: ‘He feels like he’s in prison’
December 8, 2025
“An Episcopal priest and former state prison guard who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement has chosen to voluntarily return to his native country instead of remaining at a detention center in Conroe. The Rev. James Eliud Ngahu Mwangi has been in ICE custody for nearly two months despite having a valid work permit, which he used to gain employment with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. He is originally from Kenya.” To read article, click here. Source: Houston Chronicle.
Pre-Council Meetings for 2026
December 8, 2025
To view schedule including dates, times, and locations, visit: www.edotcouncil.com/pre-council-meetings
Help Fr. James Mwangi Rebuild in Kenya
December 2, 2025
Fr. James Mwangi has been detained by ICE for some time. After prayerful consultation with his family, colleagues, and legal advisors, he has discerned that the best course of action is to voluntarily return to Kenya. He has been assured that this approach will allow him to maintain a “clear” record with DHS and may enable him to reapply to return to the United States in the future, should he choose to do so. Rev. Blake Rider, rector of St. Stephen’s in Huntsville, created this GoFundMe account in response to the many inquiries asking how the community might help. All…
Migration with Dignity Emergency Fund
December 2, 2025
The Migration with Dignity Emergency Fund provides immediate assistance to immigrant families facing detention, loss of income, or safety concerns. 👉 Donate 👉 Apply for the Grant Resources in english bellow Resources in Spanish bellow Relive a moment from the first Prayer Vigil!
Relive here some key events from November
December 2, 2025
66th annual Diocesan Choral Festival: A Night to Remember at Christ Church Cathedral The community gathered for a beautiful festival evening, filled with music, joy, and connection. 93 people registered and took part in this memorable event. Visitors are invited to enjoy the moments captured throughout the evening and revisit the experience through the gallery below. The festival was conducted by Dr. Anthony Maglione, Director of Choral Activities at the University of Houston and Conductor of the Houston Symphony Chorus. View the full photo collection: Moments from the North Region Retired Clergy & Spouses Luncheon The North Region Retired Clergy and Spouses gathered on Friday,…
Episcopal Relief is launching its 2025 Million Dollar Match Campaign to drive global impact
December 2, 2025
Episcopal Relief & Development has launched its annual Holiday Match Campaign, offering donors a powerful opportunity to double their support for communities affected by injustice, poverty, disaster and climate change. This year, every donation made now through December 31, 2025, will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,000,000. Contributions to this year’s Million Dollar Match Campaign will benefit the Global Needs Fund–a critical resource to help continue work in Episcopal Relief & Development’s priority areas. Support of the campaign will be used by our partners to make a lasting impact through long-term programs in their local communities, focusing on: “This Million Dollar Match Campaign is more than just a…
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas Launches a Multifaith Newspaper Campaign in a Call to Feed the Hungry
November 21, 2025
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas Launches a Multifaith Newspaper Campaign in a Call to Feed the Hungry and Fulfill the Church’s Duty in the SNAP Gap The Episcopal Diocese of Texas and its interfaith partners extend a strong and united moral call to feed the people today in Texas newspaper ad campaign beginning Sunday, November 23 in various markets The Episcopal Diocese of Texas Launches a Multifaith Newspaper Campaign in a Call to Feed the Hungry and Fulfill the Church’s Duty in the SNAP Gap Across Texas, families are facing a deepening crisis of food insecurity. The interruption of the…
The Episcopal Diocese of Texas Calls for Justice After Detention of Clergy Member Employed by the State of Texas
November 6, 2025
December 2nd, 2025 Updates about father James and how to support Fr. James Mwangi has been detained by ICE for some time now. After prayerful consultation with his family, colleagues, and legal advisors, he has determined that his best course of action is to voluntarily return to Kenya. He has been assured that, with this approach, he will have a “clear” record with DHS and may be able to reapply to return to the United States should he choose to do so. We have established this GoFundMe account in response to the many inquiries asking, “How can we help?” Any amount we raise will assist Fr.…
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