Not So Fast!
Mike Bonem offers an idea: Let’s check the pulse of the congregation before we regather in-person.
Excluded From Federal Aid, Houston’s Out-Of-Work Immigrant Families Struggle To Pay The Bills
Many Houstonians are receiving checks for $1,200 from the federal government and thousands are signing up for unemployment. But half a million people in the region won’t get a dime.
A Good and Faithful Servant: The Rev. Thomas W. Cain
Defying odds, challenging systems, and keeping the faith, were the ongoing struggles of the African American preacher. At times it may have seemed that he carried the weight of the world, but if not the world, then certainly the weight of a people.
Share Your Stimulus Check with the Most Vulnerable Among Us
Over the last few weeks, many Americans have been eagerly awaiting their stimulus payments from the CARES Act, meant to soften the economic blow of the COVID-19 outbreak. These funds are critical to those struggling with job loss, reduced wages, or unexpected expenses during this challenging time.
Death in the UBE Family: James Barron
Mr. James Barron, who died on Easter day, April 12, 2020, was a naturally charismatic leader who was able to draw people to him and win them over to his way of progressive thinking.
EHF Targets Long-Term Focus in $10 million COVID-19 Response Plan
Episcopal Health Foundation leaders announced a $10 million plan to address the long-term effects of the COVID-19 crisis, while also helping nonprofits and organizations continue business operations to serve at-risk communities across Texas.
Statement of Churches in the Greater Houston Area Concerning the Pace of Resuming In-Person Worship
The pastors and leaders of the undersigned churches and Christian groups continue to pray for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are lifting up all those who are grieving, those who are sick, the front-line first responders, healthcare workers and others who are putting themselves at risk for the welfare of our communities.
St. Stephen’s Orchestra Gives Remote Community Concert
Members of the St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Upper School orchestra performed a remote concert in mid-April to the delight of the entire school community. St. Stephen’s 11th grader Matthew Kim served as concertmaster for their rendition of “La Cumparsita,” a popular tango by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez.
RIP: The Rt. Rev. John Clark Buchanan, Former Assistant Bishop of The Diocese of Texas
The Rt. Rev. John Clark Buchanan, assistant bishop of The Episcopal Diocese of Texas (2004-2006), peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 15, at his home in South Carolina, surrounded by his family.
First Nonprofits Receive RISE Funds
The $15 million Relief in a State of Emergency (RISE) fund, created to help poor Austinites during the COVID-19 crisis, is beginning to make its way to the people who need it. On Tuesday, April 21, the city announced substantial grants to four established nonprofits that deliver basic-needs services
‘THANK YOU’: Houston High School Students Write Special Letters to Hospital Heroes
Dear doctors, nurses, and the entire medical community THANK YOU!”
All Saints Episcopal School Sending N95 Face Shields Around the Nation and East Texas
Two weeks ago, the All Saints Episcopal School in Tyler was churning out protective face masks for patients and health care workers.
