'Bishop Rayford B. High' Tagged Posts (Page 2)
Reaffirmation of vows, blessing of oils
On Tuesday, March 31, 2015, the clergy of the diocese gathered with the Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., at St. Luke’s in the Meadow Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, to reaffirm their vows. Bishop High also blessed vials of oil for use by the clergy in the coming year. The worship service, traditionally held on Tuesday of Holy Week, was followed by a luncheon and meeting of the bishop with the clergy. See more photos at the diocesan Flickr gallery.…
Bishop High visits Episcopal Church of Wichita Falls on Palm Sunday
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., visited the Episcopal Church of Wichita Falls on Palm Sunday. The service began outside with the blessing of the palms and a procession into the church. There was a luncheon afterward in the parish hall. J. D. Todd took these photos. See more at the diocesan Flickr gallery.
Bishop High visits Wise County Episcopalians
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., visited the Episcopalians of Wise County in their newly-acquired worship space, the Boonsville Community Center, located at the intersection of Draco-Boonsville Rd (CR 3743) and FM 920 on Sunday, March 22, 2015. Boonsville is about an hour west of Fort Worth. They have been gathering for Morning and Noonday Prayer for several weeks, but March 22, the Fifth Sunday in Lent, was the first time they celebrated Eucharist in their new space.They will be meeting there…
Standing Committee in search process
In November, at the 2014 Diocesan Convention, the Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., announced that he would be stepping down as the diocese’s provisional bishop at its 2015 Diocesan Convention. In February, the Standing Committee issued a letter saying that it had determined, in consultation with Bishop High, that the interests of the diocese would be best served by electing a long-term provisional bishop to continue the work of reimagining The Episcopal Church in this area, a process that…
Bishop High visits St. Alban’s, Arlington
Bishop Rayford B. High, Jr., visited St. Alban’s, worshiping in Theatre Arlington, on Sunday, February 15, 2015. He baptized and confirmed Sherry Morgan, confirmed, Fred Morgan and Robin Vaughn and received Beth Marshall into The Episcopal Church. There was a reception in the theatre lobby after the service. Bishop High then met with the St. Alban vestry. The Rev. Bruce Coggin also was there. He will be serving as interim until St. Alban’s new priest in charge, the Rev. Kevin…
Bishop High issues letter following court hearing
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., issued this letter after the Friday, February, 20, 2015, hearing in the 141st District Court, Tarrant County. Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, In August 2013, you may remember, the Texas Supreme Court returned our case to the 141st District Court, Tarrant County, to be tried on different principles than in the previous hearing. Our hearing before the Honorable Judge John P. Chupp on both sides’ motions for partial summary judgment was today.…
Bishop to hold town hall meetings with all deaneries
Bishop Rayford B. High, Jr., has begun holding a series of town hall meetings with the deaneries of the diocese. All of these meetings are open to anyone who wishes to attend. Bishop High is particularly interested in “how each deanery can be more active in ministry and outreach and how the diocese can support and strengthen them.” He will be seeking input from attendees and answering questions. The first town hall was Wednesday, February 4, with the Northern Deanery…
Bishop High visits St. Mary’s, Hillsboro
Bishop Rayford B. High, Jr., visited St. Mary’s, Hillsboro, on Sunday, December 21, 2014, where he celebrated and preached. There was a luncheon afterward at the home of David and Roberta Skelton. See more photos at the diocesan Flickr gallery. Watch of video of the bishop’s sermon, “Nothing is impossible with God.”
Episcopalians support Hood County Christmas for Children
Hood County Christmas for Children volunteers will distribute toys to thousands of children on Wednesday, December 17, 2014. Christmas for Children is one of the charities supported by the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Granbury. It serves the children of Hood County who might not get Christmas gifts otherwise. Children on the list come primarily from those on lunch assistance in the school system, supplemented by applications from Mission Granbury and other local agencies. It is an extension of the Granbury Angel…
Amy Haynie instituted as priest in charge in Wichita Falls
The Rev. Amy Haynie was instituted as priest in charge of the Episcopal Church of Wichita Falls during a Celebration of a New Ministry on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., celebrated and preached. She was called by the congregation in September 2014. The liturgy began with recognition and presentation of gifts to the several circuit riding priests who came out of retirement to serve congregations in Wichita Falls following the reorganization of the diocese…
Bishop High on immigration, Ferguson
As your bishop, I want to share my thoughts on our president’s recent announcement concerning immigration and on events in Ferguson, Missouri. It is my sincere hope the president’s action will result in true and comprehensive immigration reform through our legislative processes. I hope and pray our elected leaders will step away from their political posturing which has gotten this country where we are today. I hope and pray this behavior will end and some measure of sensible dialogue, discussion,…
Bishop High given honorary doctorate
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., was given an honorary Doctor of Divinity by the University of South, Sewanee, as part of the Founders’ Day Convocation on Friday, October 17, 2014. The Rev. Curt Norman, member of the board of trustees of Sewanee and rector of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Stephenville, also attended. The University also conferred honorary degrees upon Sir Abed, founder and chairperson of the world’s largest development organization, who received an honorary Doctor of Civil Law;…
Vernon and Deanna Gotcher honored at dinner
The Rev. Dr. Vernon and Deanna Gotcher were honored by the people of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Hurst, on Saturday, September 27, 2014, at a dinner at Diamond Oaks Country Club in Haltom City. The Gotchers have given a combined 90 years of ministry to the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth. The event featured a silent auction, a live auction of a painting by the Rev. Tracie Middleton, deacon; and a roast of the Gotchers. Becky McKneely, senior warden,…
Bishop High writes article for Vintage Voice
Bishop Rayford B. High, Jr., has written an article for Vintage Voice, a monthly publication written by The Church Pension Fund beneficiaries. Entitled A Funny Thing Happened to Me on the Way to Retirement, it is his reflection on the series of events that culminated in his election as the sixth bishop of Fort Worth. Read it all here. Many of Bishop High’s classmates, colleagues, and friends read the article and he has received many responses. One friend wrote, “I…
Bishop High visits Trinity, Fort Worth
On Sunday, June 22, 2014, the Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr. visited Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth. He confirmed six people, received five, and reaffirmed the baptismal vows of one person. Some people arrived early for the service, as this Sunday was the first in which Trinity’s new summer worship schedule was in place. From now until August 17, Trinity will hold Sunday services at 8 am (Rite I),10 am (Rite II), and 5 pm (Rite II) instead of the usual…
Fort Worth clergy participate in retreat at Camp Allen
Bishop Rayford B. High, Jr. and his wife, Pat, participated in the May 5-7 Episcopal Diocese of Texas Retreat for Retired Clergy, Spouses, and Surviving Spouses at Camp Allen in Navasota, TX. The Rev. Johnson Shannon and his wife, Mary, of Fort Worth, also took part in the retreat. The retired clergy of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth have been invited to participate in the retreat in recent years.
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