Holy Comforter Spring to Celebrate 40th Anniversary
Holy Comforter, Spring is inviting everyone to attend the 40th Anniversary of the founding of their church on Sunday, May 6, at 10 a.m. There will be a lunch reception following. RSVP: 281.353.9169 by May 1. Click here for the invitation.

El Buen Samaritano to Hold 25th Anniversary Gala on Friday, April 20
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. 

Sign Up to Learn How to Build Diverse Communities, May 4-5
"Emergent Conversations" is a two-day event to learn new skills and models for building more diverse communities. Participates will learn how to move toward a more multicultural way of being church and the benefits of looking outward in ministry. Click here to learn more and register.

Only 1 Month Left Until the Bishop’s Family Music Festival at Camp Allen, May 18-20
In addition to a weekend full of family activities, jam sessions, and a sneak peek of Camp Allen's new Lakeside Meeting Center, the Family Music festival will feature a Saturday evening performance by the Austin Lounge Lizards. As five-time award winners at the prestigious Austin Music Awards, their music has been featured on radio programs and film. To register or to learn more, visit campallen.org or call 936.825.7175. One night packages are now available!

NetsforLife Has Now Distributed 8.5 Million Nets Since 2006
Due in part to the efforts of the Diocese of Texas, Episcopal Relief and Development has now distibuted 8.5 million malaria nets in Africa. Click here to read more.

Anglican Communion News Service Releases TEAC Report
Cynthia Kittredge traveled in March to Sri Lanka and the Church of Ceylon to attend the third and final meeting of the  Working Party on Theological Education in the Anglican Communion. This report from the Anglican Communion News Service notes that “One of the valuable things learned through TEAC 2 has been the importance of engagement with the local context for meaningful theological education reflection.”

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

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 associate rector of St. David's, Austin.

Upcoming Events 

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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