Posts by Katie Sherrod (Page 38)
Bishop Mayer installs Suzi Robertson at Good Shepherd, Granbury
Bishop Scott Mayer installed the Rev. Suzi Robertson as priest in charge of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Granbury, on October 6, 2015. Afterwards, the congregation celebrated with a reception. Good Shepherd worships in the Seventh Day Adventist Church at 2016 Acton Highway, Granbury. See more photos on the Diocesan Flickr album. Bishop Mayer celebrated and preached; see a video of his sermon:
Bishop Mayer visits St. Luke’s, Stephenville
Bishop Scott Mayer visited St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Stephenville, on Sunday, October 4, 2015, The congregation is still celebrating the return of their red front doors, recently repaired and repainted after an attack by a vandal. Bishop Mayer celebrated and preached and confirmed Alice Arrington Newsome, Randi Barnes, MacKenze Brister, Reegan Brister, and Cade Norman. There was a luncheon afterward in the parish hall. Watch a video of the bishop’s sermon, “A story of separation and unity.” See more photos…
Bishop Mayer issues statement in wake of Oregon school shooting
Once again our nation is mourning victims of a mass shooting. Once again, the shooting was at a school, this time a community college in Oregon. According to news reports, this is the 45th time this year and the 142nd time since the December 14, 2012 Sandy Hook massacre that killed twenty 5 and 6-year-olds, that a gunman has opened fire in a school. We hear the news and groan, “Not again!” And once again we find ourselves praying for…
Blessing of the animals Sunday October 4 in Arlington
Have your animals blessed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, October 4, at Gene Allen Park, adjacent to the Arlington Museum of Art, 201 W. Main Street, Arlington. “All your varmints are welcome, large and small. If you have a cat, please put it in a carrier. Snakes, too!” said the Rev. Kevin Johnson of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, worshiping in Theater Arlington. Johnson will perform the blessings. The tradition dating back to the 12th century was first observed by St.…
Bishop Mayer and Presiding Bishop Jefferts Schori on Syrian refugees
On Saturday, September 12, Bishop Scott Mayer wrote to the diocesan clergy about the Syrian refugee crisis. You can read the letter below. Today Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori issued a statement along with suggestions for individual and congregational resources. Episcopal Migration Ministries (EMM) is following the developments closely, as is Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD). Follow Episcopal Relief and Development on Facebook and Twitter. Follow Episcopal Migration Ministries on Facebook and Twitter. Bishop Mayer’s letter Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,…
Solemn Evensong October 4, All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Fort Worth
Come to All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, to experience Solemn Evensong on Sunday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m. with the All Saints’ Choir, directed by Organist and Choirmaster Frederick Grimes. Music will include Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in B minor by T. Tertius Noble and the motet, Save us O Lord by Thomas Matthews. Admission is free. All Saints’ Episcopal Church is located at 5001 Crestline Road, Fort Worth.
Registration for convention is open
The 2015 Diocesan Convention is November 13-14 at the Botanic Garden Center. Lay and clergy delegates, non-parochial clergy, guests and vendors can register for convention here. You also can watch a short video about the site and learn other details on that same page. This year, everyone will register online, including all delegates. But congregations will continue to pay for their delegates registration — an option which appears clearly on the registration form: There is a reduced cost if you register prior…
Botanic Garden Center site of 2015 Convention
The 2015 Diocesan Convention will be at the Botanic Garden Center in Fort Worth. on November 13-14. Watch the video above to learn about about the site. Plan to attend. All you need to know about convention is here or will be on this page soon. Come to the opening worship and hear Bishop Mayer preach. There will be workshops and a bishop’s address as well as vendors where you can do some shopping. As Bishop Scott Mayer says in…
Bubble Soccer kicks off diocesan youth year
The Diocesan Youth Kickoff will be at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, from 4-6 pm on Sunday, September 13. The group will be playing Bubble Soccer. All youth in the diocese are welcome. Waivers must be signed by a parent or legal guardian to play. Please bring the signed waivers to the event. Bubble Soccer Waiver (1) Go here to see what Bubble Soccer looks like. The next event will be a Lock-In at Trinity Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, …
Bishop Scott Mayer makes first visitation
The Rt. Rev. J. Scott Mayer made his first visitation since his election as provisional bishop to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, worshiping in the Good Shepherd Chapel at University Christian Church. Bishop Mayer’s family attended St. Andrew’s from the time he was eight years old until he went to college, so it was a bit of a homecoming for him. After the service, Bishop Mayer stayed for a 20-minute impromptu question and answer session. Watch a video of…
Sermon and remarks from George Komechak memorial service
The memorial service for diocesan leader George Komechak was a full house at Trinity Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, with people attending from every congregation in the diocese. But many people were out of town or otherwise unable to attend and have asked if the sermons and other remarks are available. The answer is, yes, they are. The sermon by the Rev. Carlye Hughes, rector of Trinity, is here. And here are the Remarks by the Rev Bruce Coggin at Komechak…
Wichita Falls congregation offers overnight accommodation to bikers
The Episcopal Church of Wichita Falls will be offering their building, a secure, air-conditioned facility with 2 restrooms for overnight guests who are attending the Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred 34th Runnin’ Bike Race August 27-30, 2015. The building will be open on Friday, August 28, at 5:00 pm and the outside doors will be locked at 11:00 pm that night. A Saturday breakfast will be served consisting of coffee, orange juice, bagels, cereal, and a breakfast casserole. The facility will…
Crestline Market at All Saints’ open Saturday, August 15
The Crestline Neighborhood Market at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, is open 8 am to noon Saturday, August 15. It will feature live acoustic guitar music, tamales, fresh produce, goat cheese, local honey and more. Donations for produce from the All Saints’ veggie table benefit WestAid food pantry. The August market includes a couple of added attractions. An Art Show and Sale in the Gray House adjacent to the Market features works by All Saints’ parishioner Katita Miller, with proceeds…
George Komechak memorial service Friday, August 14, at Trinity, Fort Worth
Diocesan leader George Komechak, 78, retired engineer, and former manager of Special Projects at Lockheed Martin, died at his home in west Fort Worth on Saturday, August 8, 2015. A memorial service will be Friday, August 14, at 10:30 am at Trinity Episcopal Church, 3401 Bellaire Drive South, Fort Worth, TX, 76109. The Rev. Carlye Hughes, rector, will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George’s memory to Episcopal Relief and Development, or the American Cancer Society. George…
Diocesan leader George Komechak died August 8, 2015
Diocesan lay leader George Komechak, 79, died at his home in west Fort Worth on Saturday, August 8, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Gilbert Komechak, and a son, Gil Komechak; a daughter, Kim Komechak; two grandsons and a great-grandson. George Komechak played a key role in organizing Episcopalians who were determined to remain in The Episcopal Church prior to the departure from the church of a former bishop and other diocesan leaders in November…
Matter of Balance class at St. Christopher
St. Christopher Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, is hosting another of the popular Matter of Balance classes in the Parish Hall.The 8-week class will be on Tuesday mornings from 9-11 beginning August 11. If you plan on attending, please contact the office at 817-926-8277 or email office@stchrisfw.org. Attendees will learn to: View falls as controllable Set goals for increasing activity Make changes to reduce fall risks at home Exercise to increase strength and balance Who should attend: Anyone concerned about falls Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility…