The Episcopal Diocese of Texas


Ahimbisibwe Funeral On Thursday, February 19


Funeral service for the Rev. Israel Ahimbisibwe, his wife, Dorcus, and son Jay will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19 at The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Blvd. (corner of Westheimer and River Oaks Blvd), Houston. All clergy are invited to process and will wear white stoles. Donations to the Ahimbisibwe Family Fund can be made here.  

 








 

First Creative Prompt Now Online

 

Ash Wednesday not only marks the beginning of Lent, but the start of #LivingLent, a new social media, photography-based reflection designed to draw participants into the Lenten story by creating 'living pictures' and modern interpretations of biblical art. 

Check out epicenter.org/livinglent for the first creative prompt in this new series. For questions on how you or your church can participate, contact Kevin Thompson.

Thoughts on Ash Wednesday From Bishop Doyle
 
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Here's a great video from Bishop Doyle about the history and importance of Ash Wednesday.

Absalom Jones Celebration at St. James', February 28

The Commission on Black Ministry invites you to celebrate the 220th anniversary of the ministry and legacy of the Rev. Absalom Jones, the first African-American priest and saint in the Episcopal Church. A special service will be held Saturday, February 28th at St. James', Houston (3129 Southmore Boulevard, Houston, TX 77004) at 11:30 a.m. The Rt. Rev. Nathan D. Baxter, retired Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania, will be the celebrant. A reception will follow in Tucker Hall. Find out more about this event here

UT Canterbury's 115 Celebration Kicks Off February 27

On February 27, the Episcopal Student Center at the University of Texas in Austin will kick off its 115th Anniversary celebration with a weekend of events including a welcome reception, dinner and auction and a Eucharist and Re-dedication of the ministry with Bishop Dena Harrison on March 1. The ESC will also dedicate scholarships in honor of the Rev. Canon John Logan, a graduate of the class of 1950, and the Rev. Jay and Mrs. Margaret Raper. For more information on the celebration weekend, visit the Episcopal Student Center website

Ground Zero Priest To Speak in Houston, February 27-28

The Rev. Lyndon Harris was at St. Paul's Chapel across from the World Trade Center on September 11. The "little chapel that stood" became a respite and sanctuary for thousands of rescue and relief workers in the midst of the devastation caused by the terrorist attacks. Harris will present a two-day retreat at Grace, Houston, (4040 W. Bellfort St., 77025) focused on the power of forgiveness. For retreat times and more information, click here.

Join Diocesan Team for 2015 AIDS Walk

For the seventh consecutive year, the Rev. Canon John Logan, Secretary of the Diocese of Texas, is organizing 'Johnny's Walkers' to participate in the Annual AIDS Walk in Houston. This year's walk is on Sunday, March 8 at 1 p.m. Please register on-line at www.AIDSWalkHouston.org. In the middle of the page click on "Register Now" and select 'Johnny's Walkers' as Your Team. For more information, contact Canon Logan at 713.353.2111 or email [email protected]. 

ECW Responds To Needs of Women in Transition

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Episcopal Church Women (ECW) seek donations of toiletries and other personal products andfor women who find themselves on the street, in transitional housing or those just released from the prison system. A list of needed items is available on the website . If your congregation is interested in further outreach to these women in transition situations, please contact the diocesan ECW Outreach coordinator, Debbie Johnson, at 713.851.9031 or email her at [email protected].

Stop, Pray, Work, Play & Love with Lenten series from SSJE

The Society of St. John the Evangelist's Lenten video series and workbook is now available at ssje.org/time. The series asks people to think about how they relate to "time" in their life and runs today through Palm Sunday. Follow @ssje on Twitter or Instagram to participate and use #SSJETime to share your thoughts to the daily video offerings. 

Join in with Lent Madness 2015

For the sixth year running, people worldwide are gearing up for Lent Madness, the "saintly smackdown" in which thirty-two saints do battle to win the coveted Golden Halo. Here's how it works: on the weekdays of Lent, information is posted at www.lentmadness.org about two different saints. Each pairing remains open for 24 hours as participants read about and then vote to determine which saint moves on to the next round. Sixteen saints make it to the Saintly Sixteen; eight advance to the Elate Eight; four make it to the Faithful Four; two to the Championship; and the winner gets the Golden Halo. Click here to learn more about Lent Madness.
 

Planning for Tomorrow Coming to Houston in March

The Planning for Tomorrow Conference for lay employees is coming to St. Martin's, Houston on March 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or March 4 from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. No matter how near or far you are from retirement, it's a unique chance for you to learn how to manage your finances, plan for your future and improve your overall financial wellness. Registration information will come soon. To learn more now, visit www.cpg.org/laypft or contact Martha Gardner at 212.592.6290.

More Upcoming Events

March 5 - Altar Guild Retreat
 
March 16 - Abundant Living Conference

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