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There really was a St. Valentine
Like love, St. Valentine is a bit of a mystery. Many of the associations with Valentine have accumulated over centuries, but there really was a Valentine. Archeologists have found a Roman catacomb and church dedicated to him. Today, in addition to being the supposed reason for all those chocolate hearts and roses, he also is the patron saint of beekeepers, engaged couples, epilepsy, fainting, greetings, happy marriages, travelers, young people, and plague. Legend holds that Valentine’s Day is associated with…
The Rev. Frank Reeves died December 28
The Rev. Frank Reeves died on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. A celebration of his life will be at 11 am on Saturday, January 14 at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 223 S. Pearson Lane, Keller, Texas, 76248. Reeves retired from St. Martin’s in 2007 after serving that congregation for 22 years. He was called to serve as vicar of St. Martin’s in 1985, and as their first rector when they became a parish in 1989. Susan Reeves has asked that people…
Prayer vigil for justice and peace
The Circle of Clergy, in which several Episcopal clergy are participating, is having an Interfaith Prayer Vigil for Justice and Peace today, December 15, noon to 1 pm at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 2951 Evans Ave., Fort Worth. The Circle of Clergy is an interfaith collaboration working for racial justice and unity in Fort Worth. “Last night the judge did sequester the jury at 7PM and called for them to reconvene in deliberation this morning. Tensions and anxieties are…
Bishop Mayer makes final visitation
On Sunday, December 4, 2022, Bishop Scott Mayer made his last visitation in the North Region of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. He confirmed, received, and reaffirmed baptismal vows at All Souls’ Arlington, formerly St. Alban’s, worshiping in Theatre Arlington, Kevin Johnson, rector. He confirmed Amy Zertuche, Christian Mason, and Alyssa Dickerson. He received Ruth Ann Aguero and Jane Wright. Fred Morgan, Sherry Morgan, Sheila Green, Norma Johnson, Anne Frazor, Peggy Pate, Bill Erwin, Connor Erwin, and Andrew Erwin reaffirmed…
Bishop Mayer issues call for prayer
Bishop Scott Mayer has issued a call for prayer. ——————————————- Today, December 5, 2022, testimony began in the trial of former Fort Worth Police Officer Aaron Dean for the shooting of Atatiana Jefferson on October 12, 2019. News reports say that “a neighbor called a police non-emergency line about 2:25 a.m. on Oct. 12, 2019, after noticing doors open at the house, which he thought was unusual. Smith has said that his intent was for police to check on the…
Reception set for Bishop Mayer
There will be a reception for Bishop Scott Mayer and Kathy Mayer to celebrate the ministry of Bishop Mayer in North Texas (2015-2022) on Sunday December 4, from 3 to 5 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 3401 Bellaire Drive South, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Please come, have some light refreshments, and visit with Bishop Mayer and Kathy Mayer. This event is FREE, but please register with a ticket so we know how many to expect. Register here Read…
Bishop Mayer to conclude time as Assisting Bishop at end of year
Bishop Andy Doyle and Bishop Scott Mayer have written letters to the Diocese of Texas announcing that Bishop Mayer’s time as assisting bishop in the North Region will end at the end of the year. There will be several opportunities to say thank you to Bishop Mayer and Kathy Mayer before that time. That information will be available soon. Read more about Bishop Mayer
Nominations are open for diocesan positions
The 174th Diocesan Council [Convention] is Friday, February 24, 2023, at 8 AM to Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 3 PM at the Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551. You can register for Council here. Open Positions Nominations are open for these positions: One lay person for Executive Board Four lay people for General Convention deputies One lay person for Standing Committee One lay person for Trustee of the Church Corporation The diocese is particularly looking…
Three congregations change their names
Three congregations of the Diocese of Texas North Region have changed their names. St. Alban’s, Theatre Arlington, is now All Souls; St. Mary’s, Hamilton, is now St. Catherine’s, and the Episcopal Church in Wichita Falls is now Faith Episcopal Church. In St. Alban’s case, the name All Souls was picked from a list of finalist names by a vote of the congregation. All the names came were suggestions from members of the congregation. In a recent interview with the Dallas…
Karen Calafat named dean of Fort Worth Convocation
Bishop Andy Doyle has named the Rev. Karen Calafat, rector of St. Luke’s in the Meadow, Fort Worth, as dean of the Fort Worth Convocation. From the Reunion 2022.org website: WHAT IS THE FORT WORTH CONVOCATION? A larger geographical entity within the Diocese of Texas is called a convocation. It is geographic and usually includes one metropolitan area with surrounding counties. The Diocese of Texas has ten convocations, the head of which, nominated by the bishop and elected by council, is called…
Trinity FW looking for Director of Youth Ministry
Trinity Episcopal Church, 3401 Bellaire Drive South, Fort Worth, Texas, 76109, is looking for a director of youth ministry. It is a part time position. The job description says, “Develop, enhance, and encourage a highly relational ministry by building positive, long-term relationships with Trinity youth (6th-12th grade) and parents. The Director of Youth Ministry will work with clergy, staff, and various lay ministries to develop, promote, and enhance Christian commitment, discipleship, and spiritual growth in our youth.” Read more here.…
St. Luke’s Stephenville pantry serves 500/month
The Food Pantry of St Luke’s Episcopal Church in Stephenville has been operating out of “the Corner House” adjacent to the church for 10 years. During the pandemic, distribution was switched to drive-through to protect clients and volunteers. Currently the Food Pantry distributes food and cleaning supplies to 500 people a month. The pantry’s directors are Judy Blackburn and Fran Jurney. The pantry is staffed with volunteers from St. Luke’s and often includes students from Tarleton…
4Saints looking for part-time pantry director
4Saints Episcopal Food Pantry’s operation is growing. They need a passionate, organized servant to join the team. 4Saints is hiring a part-time pantry director to oversee day-to-day operations and lead our volunteer coordinator, food coordinator, and other volunteer leaders. This is a paid position reporting directly to the 4Saints Board of Directors. The full job description is available here. To apply for the job, please send a notice of your interest to info@4saintsfood.org.
Steve Grenzow resigns
Steve Grenzow, communication and administrative assistant for the former Episcopal Church in North Texas, now the North Region, Episcopal Diocese of Texas, has resigned August 1. He began work in October 2019. With the advent of the Covid 19 pandemic, he assisted in the pivot to remote worship, helping produce the diocese’s online worship services for more than a year, as well as assisting some of our congregations with their remote worship services. For those who wish to thank Steve for his…
Mission and Outreach Grants for 2022 announced
Mission and Outreach grants for 2022 have been announced and checks have been delivered to the recipients. WITHIN THE DIOCESE St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Keller – Service Sunday – $2,000 St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Keller – Good News Garden – $1,000 St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Keller – Building Bridges – $3,361.50 St. Luke’s, Stephenville – Food Pantry Red Door Cupboard and Increased Food Distribution – $5,000 St. Luke’s, Stephenville – ECM Red Door Lunches / Student Lunches – $2,500 St. Luke’s, Stephenville – ECM Studies and…
Godly Play Core Training offered at Trinity Fort Worth
Godly Play Core Training will be offered on August 4, 5, and 6 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 3401 Bellaire Drive So., Ft. Worth, TX 76109. See map below. The training is a 3-day retreat style setting. Dinner on Thursday and lunch on Friday and Saturday are included in the cost of registration, which is $355 per person. The trainer is Cynthia Hill, Ph.D. Training Schedule: Thursday, August 4, 1p-9p Friday, August 5, 9a-5p Saturday, August 6, 9a-5p Click here for the…