Posts from 2013 (Page 2)
Bishop to Preach at Brite Divinity School
The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr., Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth, will be celebrating Holy Eucharist and preaching at Brite Divinity School’s weekly chapel service on November 19, at 11:00 am. Brite Divinity School is an interdenominational seminary affiliated with Texas Christian University and the Disciples of Christ. Several Episcopalian seminarians are currently enrolled there, coming from the Diocese of Fort Worth and other Episcopal dioceses around the country. Chapel service is held at the Robert…
Entertainment at convention reveals hidden talents in diocese
The convention attendees were treated to performances by the Wichita Falls Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Texas Quickstepper Cloggers. But things started to get a little out of hand when the conventioneers became a part of the show…
Diocesan Outreach
At the 2013 Diocesan Convention (November 8-9 in Wichita Falls), diocesan treasurer Robert Hicks reported to convention delegates that in 2013 the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth gave $17,785 to outreach causes beyond the diocese and $15,158 within the diocese, for a total charitable giving of $32,943 – 6.39 percent of assessment. An additional $29,546.41 was received and passed on for disaster relief, ERD, and UTO.
Election Results from Diocesan Convention 2013
The 2013 Diocesan Convention November 8-9 in Wichita Falls elected new members of the Standing Committee, deputies and alternates to General Convention, and filled positions on the Disciplinary Board, and elected a lay Trustee to the University of the South, Sewanee. Standing Committee – New Members Lay Jeff Boleware – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Hurst Clergy Carlye Hughes – Rector, Trinity Episcopal Church, Fort Worth Immediately after convention, the Standing Committee met, and Elinor Normand (Trinity Episcopal Church, Fort Worth)…
Bob Johnson obituary
Bob Johnson, husband of Linda Johnson, former diocesan registrar and assistant to the treasurer of the diocese, died Saturday, November 9, 2013. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 16, at All Saints School Chapel, 9700 Saints Circle, Fort Worth, Texas 76108. There will be barbecue at the Johnson’s home, 7905 Sandy Shores Court, Fort Worth, TX, 76179, following the funeral. Read Bob Johnson’s obituary in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram published November 13, 2013.
Thanksgiving for Heroic Service
O Judge of the nations, we remember before you with grateful hearts the men and women of our country who in the day of decision ventured much for the liberties we now enjoy. Grant that we may not rest until all the people of this land share the benefits of true freedom and gladly accept its disciplines. This we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. –Book of Common Prayer 1979, p. 839 This prayer and thanksgiving is suitable for Veteran’s Day, Memorial…
Survey to Help Task Force on Overhaul of Diocesan Constitution and Canons
The Constitution and Canons Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth is soliciting input from the people of the diocese on revisions to the diocesan constitution and canons.
Presiding Bishop & President of House of Deputies to join in Fifth Anniversary Observance
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church, and the Rev. Gay Jennings, president of the House of Deputies, will take part in the activities surrounding the fifth anniversary of the reorganization of the diocese.
Episcopal Youth Event July 9-13, 2014
The Episcopal Youth Event is a gathering of high school youth every three years. The youth gather for leadership training, energetic worship, and lots of fun.
Diocese receives Program Grant for Campus Ministry
On October 30, Bishop Rayford High and the Rev. David Madison were notified by Sam McDonald, director of mission for The Episcopal Church, that the diocese has been awarded a $3,500 Program Grant.
Dutch organist and harpsichordist in concert Nov. 15 at All Saints’, Fort Worth
Dutch organist and harpsichordist Robert August will perform in concert at 7:30 pm, on Friday, November 15, 2013, at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 5001 Crestline Road, Fort Worth. Dr. August will play All Saints’ magnificent 5 manual Garland Pipe Organ as well as the harpsichord. Dr. August will be joined in the concert by his wife, the well-known flutist Dolores August. The program will include works by Poulenc, Telemann, Bach, Leclaire and others. A reception will follow the concert. Admission is free with no…
C&C Overhaul Project seeks your input
The diocesan Constitution and Canons Committee is on target to complete by year’s end its review of the constitutions and canons (“C&C”) of the other 110 dioceses of The Episcopal Church (TEC), and is seeking input from the people of the diocese by December 31. How can you, as a leader of the church, help in this project?
Chancellor’s Corner offers good news
This new column will appear in each edition of the Good News to help local church leaders address some of the common legal and canonical issues that arise as we go about the important mission of leading our churches. On the legal and canonical front, there is much good news to report.
VTS debuts ‘Key Resources’
The Center for the Ministry of Teaching (CMT) at Virginia Theological Seminary has just created “Key Resources,” an online compilation of the best resources for and approaches to lifelong faith formation in the Episcopal Church and beyond.
Resources promise enriched Advent
Online resources can add meaning and joy to your Advent journey, as you prepare for Christmastide in hopeful expectation.
Executive Council Meeting Minutes – May 18, 2013
The Executive Council of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth met on May 18, 2013 at Trinity Episcopal Church, Fort Worth. The meeting minutes were approved September 28, 2013. Executive Council Meeting Minutes – May 18, 2013 – PDF