At the Triennial Meeting of the Association of Episcopal Deacons held in San Antonio earlier this June, Tamara Clothier was awarded the prestigious 2025 Stephen Award for Province VII. This award recognizes outstanding service in diaconal ministry, and Tamara’s impact is truly remarkable. She was honored for her leadership with Feed My Sheep, addressing food insecurity, and her faithful support of Tuesday Solace, a ministry for families affected by Alzheimer’s. As Fieldwork Supervisor at the Iona School for Ministry, she helps form future deacons for service in both church and community. Her commitment extends to civic engagement through voter outreach and fostering…

Last Saturday, June 28, at Christ Church Cathedral, the Episcopal Diocese of Texas celebrated the ordination of 15 new deacons. Surrounded by a vibrant community, heartfelt prayer, and joyful witness, these dedicated servants now begin their ministry in our diocese. The celebration featured an inspiring sermon delivered by the Rev. Canon Kellaura Johnson who invited the new deacons to: “Seek the true hopes of every heart, see hope everywhere…that will lead you to understand people’s real needs.” Moments of laughter and spontaneous applause filled the cathedral as family, friends, and congregation members welcomed the deacons into their sacred ministry. Please join us in congratulating Brian K. Gamel,…