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The Episcopal Diocese of Texas Calls for Justice After Detention of Clergy Member Employed by the State of Texas
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…
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God Doesn’t Discriminate Between the Sinners and the Saints
Bishop Jeff W. Fisher Sermon at St. John the Divine, Houston On All Saints Sunday, Bishop Jeff W. Fisher delivered a powerful sermon reminding us of a simple yet transformative truth: God’s love makes no distinction between sinners and saints. Through the grace of baptism, we are all marked as Christ’s own: fully forgiven, unconditionally loved, and…
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Grace Like Rain: Bishop Monterroso’s Visit to Holy Apostles
By The Rt. Rev. Hector Monterroso In October 26 the church of Holy Apostles welcomed Bishop Monterroso with hearts full of joy for a service that was both uplifting and deeply meaningful. The highlight of the morning was the confirmation of 16 members: 12 young people and 4 adults. Each stepping forward to publicly affirm their…
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Highlights from the Jubilee Weekend at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in League City
St. Christopher’s community in League City, gathered for a joyful Jubilee Weekend filled with gratitude, fellowship, and celebration. The weekend brought together parishioners, friends, and clergy to honor decades of faith and service. Clergy present included:Bishop Héctor Monterroso (Saturday), the Rev. Larry Hall, the Rev. Tom Day, the Rev. Doug Richnow, the Rev. Eric Ellis,…
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The Diocese of Texas is helping our neighbors meet the SNAP GAP
Our neighbors in need can seek resources. Friends can donate to help continue our work to help our neighbors. St. Vincent’s House, Galvestonhttps://www.stvhope.org Echos, Houston (Southwest area)https://echoshouston.org Casa Mateo, Houstonhttps://www.casamateo.org El Buen, Austinhttps://elbuen.org 4 Saints & Friends Food Pantry, Fort Worthhttps://4saintsfood.org Abundant Harvest Kitchenhttps://harvestkitchen.org/food-pantry/ Welcome Table, East Austinhttps://welcometableaustin.org/ San Romero – Feed My Peopleinstagram.com/sanromeroepiscopalContact: Rev.…
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Congratulations to Bishop Doyle! Recipient of the 2025 Spirit of Respect Award – IM Houston
Bishop Doyle received the 2025 Spirit of Respect Award from Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston (IM Houston) at this year’s Tapestry Gala. The event was held on Saturday, November 1, at the Hilton Americas–Houston. Learn more about the event here: https://imgh.org/tapestry-gala-2025/ Relive the event here:
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Attention: Important Notice About Unofficial GoFundMe Pages for Nonprofits and Churches
GoFundMe has reportedly created 1.4 million donation pages for nonprofits nationwide using publicly available information from the IRS and other sources. Many organizations, including nonprofits, churches, and other entities, did not sign up for or create these pages. As a result, donors searching for an organization may land on a GoFundMe page that the organization…
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All Saint’s Episcopal Church Women. ECW: Presents Guest Speaker Mthr. Sandi Michels.
“First Ordained Female Priest In the State of Texas” November 6, 2025 6:00-7:30pmGreenwood Reception Center3344 White Settlement RoadFort Worth, TX 76107 Reservations Required by October 30th For this catered and seated event email: nancysearway@att.netGentlemen and Guests Welcome Please share this invitation with others.
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Celebrating 150 years at St. Mary’s, Lampasas!
Watch the congregation share a joyful time with Bishop Doyle during this 150th anniversary celebration. On Saturday, November 1, 2025, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church celebrated 150 years of ministry, community, and service to Lampasas. Founded in 1873, when the Rt. Rev. Alexander Gregg, the first Bishop of Texas, licensed Dr. Thomas S. Denny as a lay…
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In the News: St. Mary’s, Lampasas: 150 Years of God’s Goodness
For 150 years, the people of Lampasas County have gathered at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church to worship, serve, and grow together in faith. Through challenges and change, the parish has remained a steadfast presence in the community. Its story marked by devotion, perseverance, and God’s enduring grace. Reflecting on this milestone, the Rev. William Fowler, rector of St.…
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TWO DIOCESE OF TEXAS CONGREGATIONS RECEIVE CLERGY RENEWAL PROGRAM GRANTS FOR 2025
Both Grace Episcopal Church in Alvin and St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Prairie View were announced as two congregations among 233 nationally (including Hawaii and Puerto Rico) to receive clergy renewal program grants this year. Click here to read more.https://www.cts.edu/2025/10/03/christian-theological-seminary-announces-233-congregations-awarded-lilly-endowment-clergy-renewal-program-grants-for-2025/ Learn about this Lilly Endowment opportunity here. https://www.cts.edu/category/clergy-renewal-program/
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A Moment in Time: Meditations on the Seasons of Faith by a Diocese of Texas lay leader
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