Posts from November 2016

Posts from November 2016

Art at St. Martin features Shawn Rees’ work

Come and enjoy Art at St. Martin’s, an art showing featuring the work of local artists, quarterly on second Saturdays at 6 pm, at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church and School, Keller. The December 10 gallery show in the school building will feature the work of Grapevine painter Shawn Rees. Rees has worked on canvas and on paper, in pencil, watercolor, and acrylic. Enjoy this art and hear Rees talk about his creative process. It’s a great opportunity to share a…

Night in Bethlehem offers a Bible-times experience

Mark your calendars for A Night in Bethlehem on Saturday, December 3, from 5 – 8 pm at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church and School, Keller/Southlake. Worship with Holy Communion will be followed by children and family activities designed to transport folks back through time to the town of Bethlehem. Family and friends will move together from station to station in the Bethlehem marketplace, including: Bethlehem Bakery – taste delicious bread from the time of Jesus’ birth. Metal Shop – create one-of-a-kind nameplates.…

Advent 2016

Bishop J. Scott Mayer has issued a message as we begin the Season of Advent, encouraging us all to follow the examples of Mary and Joseph in saying “yes” to God. Watch the video below, or on YouTube. This video is closed captioned.

Advent resources for 2016

Do you want to add meaning and joy to your Advent journey, as you prepare your heart for Christmastide in hopeful expectation? Online resources can provide some inspiration in the midst of your busyness AdventWord from SSJE You can probably fit in a reflection on a single word, right? Maybe even talk about it as a family? AdventWord offers a great way to reflect on one little word each day, and respond with images and prayers that speak to your heart. There are…

Explore nativity scenes as a prayer resource

St. Alban’s in Arlington invites you to an Advent retreat “Exploring Nativity Scenes” on Saturday, December 17 at the Theatre Arlington Education Building, located at 316 W. Main St. The event is part of an occasional series exploring various methods of prayer. The retreat, from 9 am to noon, will consider the origins of nativity scenes, their use throughout the world and their symbolism. Bring $12 for supplies to make your own Nativity. Register with Dave Burrows by calling St.…

St. Christopher helps with Thanksgiving baskets

St. Christopher, Fort Worth, took part in the Christian Community Assistance (CCA) Thanksgiving Baskets drive. St. Christopher, along with other local churches, collected 329 baskets this year. Clients picked up their baskets at St. Christopher on Tuesday and any baskets left over will be given to clients in need throughout the holiday season. Please click or swipe through gallery photos. A General Thanksgiving Page 836 Book of Common Prayer Accept, O Lord, our thanks and praise for all that you…

Dedication and consecration of historic building

On Sunday, November 13, 2016, Bishop Scott Mayer dedicated and consecrated the historic Episcopal Mission of the Ascension, home of the Episcopal Church in Wise County. The congregation has been worshiping there since May 17, 2015. Felicity Hollister also reaffirmed her baptismal vows. The church was started as the Episcopal Mission of the Ascension in 1889 by the Rt. Rev. A. C. Garrett, noted missionary bishop of northern Texas. The small white building at 905 S. Church Street in Decatur had…

Convention worship, elections, resolutions, relationships

The 2016 Diocesan Convention opened with worship on Friday, November 11, in the Chapel at All Saints’ Episcopal School in far west Fort Worth. The Rt. Rev. David Rice of San Joaquin was the preacher. The offering of $1,273 in plate and two online donations was designated for at-risk children. After worship, there was a social hour, followed by dinner (and some foolishness), and then a brief opening business session. Training and Workshops Prior to worship on Friday, many convention goers…

Fiery foolishness

The theme of the 2016 Diocesan Convention — On fire with the Spirit – offered a teachable moment at the Friday night dinner as well as an opportunity for a bit of fiery foolishness that included some roasting of Bishop Scott Mayer. Because he returned from his sabbatical all fired up, he was presented with a “fiery mitre” constructed by Administrative Assistant Michele King. It was inspired by  a headdress worn by actress Sarah Jessica Parker at the 2015 Metropolitan Museum…

Convention address: “On fire with the Spirit”

Bishop J. Scott Mayer addressed the 2016 Diocesan Convention on Saturday, November 12. His theme was “On Fire with the Spirit.” You can read the text below. Fort Worth Convention Address 2016 November 12 I would like to begin this morning by expressing gratitude to the people of the Fort Worth West Deanery, including All Saints’ Episcopal Church, All Saints’ Episcopal School, and St Elisabeth’s and Christ the King. I want to especially recognize Father Chris Jambor of All Saints’,…

Convention election results

With great patience, good humor, and old-fashioned paper ballots and pencils, delegates to convention worked past the technology glitch that prevented online voting and filled all the offices open for election in 2016. They were selecting from a record number of people standing for the various offices. Bishop Scott Mayer expressed his appreciation that so many people were offering their service to the diocese and the wider church. Standing Committee, Lay Norm Synder, Good Shepherd, Granbury Standing Committee, Clergy Christopher…

Double the impact with Episcopal Relief & Development’s Matching Gift Challenge 2016

Through the end of December, Episcopalians and friends are invited to participate in Episcopal Relief & Development’s 2016 Holiday Matching Gift Challenge. With generous support from a group of exceptionally committed donors, gifts to any listed fund during this time will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $500,000. The match amount benefits the Global Needs Fund, sending help where it is most needed to fight poverty, hunger, disease and disasters worldwide. As I look back at the good we were permitted…

Evangelism Matters Conference live stream information UPDATED

Evangelism Matters, an Episcopal Church evangelism conference on November 18-19 in Dallas, will equip and empower evangelists for the journey ahead – communicating the Good News of Jesus in the Episcopal tradition. This conference will engage participants through inspiring presentations and valuable workshops by evangelism leaders. Key portions of Evangelism Matters will be live webcast. The free webcast will be accessible at http://www.evangelismmatters.org, and it does not require advance registration or password. Those seeking to watch in Spanish may follow the Facebook live feed…

“To make a way out of no way”

Bishop Scott Mayer has issued a statement regarding the ongoing events at Standing Rock Reservation in North Dakota.  Read the statement below or download it as a PDF. standing-rock Bishop Mayer statement This week, more than 500 clergy from 20 denominations – Christians, Buddhists, Muslims and Jews – joined the Water Protectors at the Standing Rock Reservation in their effort to stop the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) from further desecrating and intruding on historic Native American sacred burial lands and…

Give generously

The Child Protective Services system in Texas is in deep crisis, underfunded and understaffed, leaving thousands of children at risk of harm in their homes. According to state records, CPS is charged with supervising more than 17,000 children in paid foster care and 11,000 more in other types of care – care by family members or close friends of the birth parents. But the foster care program is overwhelmed, resulting in children sleeping on floors in offices, in motels, and…

At Noon November 3 – pause and pray for Standing Rock

In a new video, Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry has issued an invitation for prayers for the people of the Standing Rock Sioux Nation and all those gathered in support of the advocacy efforts. At noon on Thursday, November 3, he asks that we pause and pray. Read more about Standing Rock here.
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