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Celebrating the Commissioning of New Lay Eucharistic Ministers
This past Sunday, St. Mark’s, Bay City, celebrated the commissioning and blessing of four youth and one adult as Lay Eucharistic Ministers. The Rev. Canon Kellaura Johnson led the service, marking an important step in these individuals’ spiritual journeys and a joyful moment in the parish’s growing lay leadership.
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Bishop of Southern Malawi Visits Waco to Strengthen Ministry Partnerships
On Thursday, July 31, The Rt. Rev. Alinafe Kalemba, Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Southern Malawi, gathered with clergy of the Northwest Convocation for a dinner hosted by Holt and Debbie Getterman in Waco. Guests included area deacons, priests, aspirants, and postulants, with parishes represented from St. Joseph’s, Salado; Christ Church, Mexia; St. Alban’s,…
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Visit of Former Archbishop Rowan Williams
Former Archbishop of Canterbury to Visit the Diocese of Texas The Rt. Rev. Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, will visit the Diocese of Texas this October for a remarkable series of events over three days. His time in Waco will offer clergy and lay leaders an extraordinary opportunity to learn, connect, and worship together.…
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Silver Charms for the Junior Altar Guild
A Milestone in Peggy Fleissner’s Legacy to the Diocese of Texas Motivated by her deep love for St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and a desire to inspire future generations in faith, Peggy Fleissner, a founding member of St. Paul’s in Houston, helped launch a unique initiative for young girls: the Junior Altar Guild. Working closely with Rev. George Perrigin,…
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ST. JAMES, LA GRANGE – A REVIEW: ST. JAMES STEINWAY CONCERT SERIES featuring MILES GILLETTE-BOCKHORN
By Jim Austin We’ve all experienced a variety of standing ovations following musical performances. Two are hesitant. There’s the begrudging kind: Oh, looks like everyone’s slowly standing; guess I gotta too, but it wasn’t THAT good. And then there’s the eager-but-cautious type: Oh, that was swell, but no one is standing so I guess I…
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Resurrection at the MFAH: Trinity’s Sacred Art in the Spotlight
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston will host a special screening of A Portrait of a Postman, a compelling new documentary highlighting the life and work of celebrated Texas artist Kermit Oliver. Among the pieces featured in the film is Resurrection—Oliver’s powerful nine-foot painting that hangs in the Morrow Chapel at Trinity Episcopal Church, Midtown.…
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Back to School: How Is Your Church Preparing STUDENTS?
Back-to-school season is here, and churches across the Diocese are coming together to support students in all kinds of ways. From blessing backpacks to collecting school supplies, hosting prayer services, and more! Our congregations are helping children start the year with confidence and care. St. Mark’s (Richmond, Texas) — In their Blessing of the Backpacks and School…
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BISHOP QUIN FOUNDATION SUPPORTS EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF TEXAS-GIVES TO CHURCH THAT LOST SO MUCH MORE THAN MONEY CAN BUY
September 15, 1963 was a day in a church that can never be forgotten. The Episcopal Diocese of Texas and Bishop Quin Foundation brought to fruition its fierce commitment towards racial healing and reconciliation to Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. After his visit to the church last fall, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew…
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Ten Days in Costa Rica: A Journey of Purpose, Faith, and Transformation
Ten unforgettable days in Costa Rica—marked by purpose, deep reflection, and the presence of God at every turn—left a lasting impact on the youth from the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. Guided by faith and rooted in love, each moment shaped their hearts, broadened their perspectives, and strengthened their sense of community. “With hearts full of…
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Celebrating the Ministry of the Rev. Dr. Álvaro Pinzón at St. Dunstan’s
On June 29, the community of St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in Houston gathered to give thanks for the ministry of the Rev. Dr. Álvaro Pinzón and to celebrate his three years of dedicated service. During his time at St. Dunstan’s, Dr. Pinzón faithfully established and nurtured the church’s Spanish-language ministry. Members of both the English…
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Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas Welcomes Bishop Dean E. Wolfe as Bishop in Residence
DALLAS – July 23, 2025 – Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church has named the Rt. Rev. Dean E. Wolfe as Bishop in Residence, beginning September 1, 2025. A former Vice Rector of Saint Michael (1998–2003) and former Bishop of Kansas (2003–2017), Wolfe brings decades of leadership experience in The Episcopal Church. In this new…
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Celebrating Community, Culture, and Continuity
Two congregations in the Diocese of Texas recently marked important milestones. Each one reflecting the evolving, dynamic nature of their communities and the impact they continue to have beyond their walls. St. Alban’s, Houston Episcopal Church — 80 Years of multicultural love St. Alban’s, Houston Episcopal Church celebrated its 80th anniversary with an event full…
