ECW Spiritual Growth Retreat Registration Ends April 13
This year's ECW Spiritual Growth Retreat, "DENIM & DIAMONDS," will focus on how God sees each of His children through His son Jesus Christ. The speaker this year will be Carla McDougal, CEO and founder of Reflective Life Ministries.  For a detailed description and registration information click here.

El Buen Samaritano to Hold 25th Anniversary Gala
The Gala de Esperanza will celebrate El Buen Samaritano's 25th anniversary as they raise funds for programs and services, bring together those who care deeply about the mission and celebrate the future in a fun atmosphere full of memories, music and dancing. See details here.

Grammy Award Winner to Perform at St. Martin's on April 22
2011 Grammy award-winning organist and Juilliard organ professor Paul Jacobs will offer a free concert on the Gloria Dei organ on Sunday, April 22 at 3:00 PM at St. Martin’s, Houston (717 Sage Road at Woodway). There is no charge to attend, though a free will offering will benefit the Choir tour to England this summer. A reception will follow.

All Saints', Stafford, to Hold Cultural Festival on April 22
This free festival will take place after the 10:15 a.m. service on April 22. To learn more, click here. 

Fundraiser for Down Syndrome Research Coming to EDOT's Garden on April 22
The "Butterfly Flutter By" is an event hosted by the Changing Minds Foundation, which is dedicated to expanding awareness and research for treatments of Down Syndrome. 1000 butterflies will be released in Nancy's Garden at the Diocesan Center in Houston on April 22. Click here for more details or to sponsor a butterfly for just $21. 

Spiritual Formation School Accepting Applications
You may be called to listen to another on his or her spiritual path. You may be called to teach workshops or lead quiet days. Or, you may be called simply to work on the transformation of your own soul. FIND, the diocesan school for spiritual formation, is offering programs in both spiritual direction training and spiritual formation for ministry. Applications will be received until June 30. See www.f-in-d.org for more information and an application form.

Mission Funding Deadline is April 30
To complete a submission form for an existing ministry, click here. 
To complete a submission form for a Cooperative Project, click here. 
To submit a request for a new ministry, click here. 

Brotherhood of St. Andrew Hosts Annual Golf Tournament May 2
The "Touch of Sanctuary" Golf Tournament will be held on May 2 at Cypresswood Golf Course in North Houston. Proceeds from this event help fund the Assembly's annual Fall Retreat at Camp Allen. This retreat is an event that ministers to boys in grades 4-8. With emphasis on "at risk" boys, the retreat is designed to bring Jesus Christ to boys who may have never experienced God's love. Click here to download a brochure

$100 Activity Credit for Groups Attending Bishop's Family Music Festival
Camp Allen will give an activity credit of $100 for each parish or group that regisers at least 10 people before April 20 to attend the Family Music Festival, May 18-20. The activity credit can be redeemed for any of the fee-based activities: horseback riding, skeet shooting or massages. In addition to music performances, other activities will include the Giant Swing, canoeing, guided nature hikes, archery, and fishing. Register at campallen.org and check "GROUP" under accommodation options. 

Starry Nights and Campfire Lights Scheduled for May 10
Help Camp Allen raise scholarship funds for Camp Allen summer campers and Discovery students. This gala will feature a live auction, Tex-Mex dinner, live music and a presentation honoring three stars in Austin: The Rev. Robby Vickery, Carrielu Christensen and George McGonigle. Click here to learn more. 

Need a Job? 
The Diocese of Texas' employment page has several new open positions including marketing manager at Forward Movement.

Upcoming Events 

Wednesday Parenting Teenagers Course - April 11-May 9

Youth Encounter Spirit #106 - April 20

Happening #137 - April 20

Building Diverse Communities...Emergent Conversations - May 4-5

Bishop Suffragan Walkabout at Camp Allen - May 12

Bishop Suffragan Election - June 2

View more events on the diocesan calendar. 

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