Diana Butler Bass and Paul Young, author of The Shack, are part of Brite Ministers Week

Dr. Diana Butler Bass and William Paul Young, author of the runaway best seller The Shack, are among the outstanding list of speakers scheduled for Brite Divinity School’s Ministers Week, Monday February 8 through Thursday, February 11. It is a chance for Episcopalians to experience inspiring worship, thought-provoking lectures, enriching workshops and a world-class organ recital. Unless otherwise indicated, all events happen at University Christian Church. Because the event is a gift to the community from Brite Divinity School, there is no general registration fee. However, pre-registration is encouraged, as they anticipate a large attendance. Click here for complete information, including details speakers, schedule, child care and parking.

Parish Leadership Conference - February 20

One of the hallmarks of a healthy diocese is an ongoing effort to develop new leaders at the parish and diocesan level.

If you have ever considered running for vestry, volunteering to head up a project, serving as a delegate to diocesan convention or serving in any other leadership capacity, you will want to attend the Parish Leadership Conference February 20 at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 5001 Crestline Road, Fort Worth.

Keynoter Doug Travis, dean and president of The Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, will speak... (more)

The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church in North America [ACNA]

After former Bishop Jack Iker left The Episcopal Church, he and other former diocesan leaders allied themselves with a newly formed entity called the Anglican Church of North America [ACNA]. Recently the public affairs staff of The Episcopal Church offered the following information as a resource for Episcopalians who may have questions about ACNA. (more...)