Dr. Scott Bader-Saye, Academic Dean andProfessor of Ethics and Moral Theology at Seminary of the Southwest, spoke at the Bishop’s Luncheon on Friday. He shared, “There are certainly things [we argue about], whether they are on the broad political spectrum or just things in your own parish that may not be at the level ofContinue reading ““The Ethics of Disagreeing: A Way of Being with One Another When We Disagree””
Category Archives: Friday
Noonday Prayers & Necrology
Use the audio player below to listen to Noonday Prayers and the Necrology Reading at Council 2020. The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that he has given us. (Romans 5:5) Psalm 46 (vv. 1-4, 9-11) God is our refuge and strength,* a very present help in trouble.ThereforeContinue reading “Noonday Prayers & Necrology”
“We Will Remain United Through Christ”
Visiting Bishops from the Anglican Diocese of Southeastern Mexico The Rt. Rev. Benito Juarez-Martinez, Bishop of Southeastern Mexico, brought greetings to the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas on behalf of his churches, clergy, and parishioners. He shared how he had been blessed personally by the years of partnership and fellowship between the two dioceses, endingContinue reading ““We Will Remain United Through Christ””
Diocesan Treasurer’s Report
Diocesan Treasurer, Ted Burkhart, reports on the diocesan audit results and presents the budgets to Council for vote. The assembled clergy and lay delegates approve the budgets as presented. Approved Diocesan Budgets
Church Planting
The Rev. Beth Wyndham thanked the Bishop Reed and the diocese for their prayers, support, and partnership over the last twelve months. She shared, “We look forward to the years to come where we continue to grow partnerships so that we can all continue to build the kingdom of God together. There is much toContinue reading “Church Planting”
“With the Eyes of our Hearts Enlightened” – the Bishop’s Address
Click here to download a written transcript of the 2020 Bishop’s Address. The Rt. Rev. David Reed addresses the 116th Annual Diocesan Council of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas, inviting the assembly to “Consider this Council [as giving] us the optimal lenses through which we can see more clearly—see one another, see the world,Continue reading ““With the Eyes of our Hearts Enlightened” – the Bishop’s Address”
“Short and Sweet” – Report of the Episcopal Church Foundation in West Texas
Dan Butt, Executive Director of the Episcopal Church Foundation in West Texas, shares the history and recent 2019 performance of the Foundation. Dan shares, “The Foundation was created to invest for the diocese, its churches and schools and affiliated institutions. The current investment program has been in existence for a little over 20 years –Continue reading ““Short and Sweet” – Report of the Episcopal Church Foundation in West Texas”
Council 2020 – Day Two
Welcome to day two of Council 2020 – here’s a reminder of our agenda for the day. Need help finding your way around? Here are a few quick links
“Gloria in Excelis Deo” – A Morning Chorus
“Glory to God in the highest” Choral Singing led by the Rev. Matt Wise, Asst. Rector at St. Mark’s, San Antonio
“Opportunity for the Diocesan Family” – The Douglass Foundation Scholarship Committee
The Rev. Stephen Carson shares with Council about the work of The Douglass Foundation Scholarship Program. Established to support the fields of education, entrepreneurship, science and the arts in the Diocese of West Texas, the foundation has awarded $650,800 to 39 recipients since 2000. This scholarship is for those seeking advanced degrees in the fieldsContinue reading ““Opportunity for the Diocesan Family” – The Douglass Foundation Scholarship Committee”
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