Clergy Conference 2022

Founded in 1838 by the Episcopal Church as a mission to the people of Texas, the Diocese of Texas has been led continuously by the Holy Spirit to plant ministries and congregations to partner with and serve the wider community. Today the diocese spans more nearly 70,000 square miles and encompasses 81 counties. We are headquartered in historic downtown Houston with offices in Austin, Tyler, and Fort Worth. Led by the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, the ninth Bishop of Texas, the diocese is nearly 450 clergy, 174 congregations, 70 missional communities, 27 campus missions, chaplaincies, foundations, institutions, and over 77,000 parishioners serving our neighbors. We embrace all people with mutual love and respect. We are one Church reconciled by Jesus Christ, joining God’s mission to reconcile others and build up the kingdom of God.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23

Time Event Location

2:30 p.m. Check-In Opens Lobby

3:00 Deacon Clericus G1A

6:00 Dinner Dining Hall

7:00 Iona Priest Clericus G4

7:00 North Region Welcome & Overview Tellepson

8:00 Bishop's Hospitality Patio

MONDAY, OCTOBER 24

Time Event Location

7:30 a.m. Morning Prayer Chapel

8:00 Check-In Opens Lobby Breakfast Dining Hall

9:00 Deacon Clericus G1A

Iona Priest Clericus G4 New Clergy Orientation Tellepson

10:30 - 12:30 Examining Chaplains AS 2-5

12:00 - 1:15 Lunch Dining Hall

12:10 Lunch for Fort Worth and Northwest Convocations Tellepson

1:30 CONFERENCE OPENS AS 1A&B Announcements Introduction of North Region Clergy

2:15 - 3:15

Plenary #1 AS 1A&B

Is There a Christian Future? David Bentley Hart, PhD

3:45 - 4:45

SEMINARS

Leaving Emmaus: A New Departure in Christian Theology Tellepson Dr. Anthony D. Baker

Reimagining Spirit G1A Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim

Faithfulness in a World on Fire AS 1A&B

The Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr.

Rethinking Change and Ending Work Avoidance Chapel

The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe

SChEduLE

MONDAY, OCTOBER

Time Event Location

5:00 p.m. Book Signing Opportunities G1B

5:30 Dinner Dining Hall

7:30

Bishop's Fireside Chat with Clergy AS 1A&B

8:30 Introduction of New Clergy

9:00 Reunification Celebration Social Patio

TUESDAY, OCTOBER

Time Event Location

6:30 a.m. Immunizations G1B

7:00 Open Recovery Meeting G3

7:30 Morning Prayer, Spanish Chapel

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast Dining Hall

8:10 Considering Interim Work? G1A The Rev. Cn. Christine Faulstich

8:10 Deans' Meeting G5

8:10 Seminary of the Southwest Alumni Breakfast Tellepson

9:00

9:15

CONFERENCE

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10:30

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Amy Zalman, PhD

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Amy Zalman, PhD

Zee Turnbull

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Jeanelle McCall

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25

Time Event Location

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. For Bivocational Clergy: How Can We Get More Hands? G6 Speakers: The Rev. Andrew Terry and Lee French Cultivating Meaningful Ministry for Building AS2 Healthy Communities – Part 1 Speakers: Eric Moen, Willie Bennett, and Melodee Toles

“I’m Fine. Thanks for Asking.” AS3 Speaker: The Rev. Jan Halstead

¿Latinos Episcoquè? – A Conversation About AS5 Ministry with Spanish-speaking Latin@s/Hispan@s Speakers: The Revds Roman D. Roldan, Daryl Hay, Luz Cabrera Montes, Alex Montes-Vela; and William D. Llana

11:30 - 1:00 Lunch Dining Hall

12:00 - 1:00 Lunch and Learn G1A Camp Allen Opportunities for Clergy Speaker: George Dehan and Drew Day

12:00 - 1:00 Lunch and Learn G5 The Discernment Process in Review Speakers: The Revds John Newton and Francene Young

1:00 - 5:00 Free Time, Activities

1:30 Passion and Playtime Ralph Hughes Park Jeanelle McCall

2:00

Introduction to Lectio Divina /Divine Reading Chapel The Rev. Parker Jameson

2:00 Wholly Foolishness Tellepson Christine Havens

5:00

Eucharist Chapel Homilist: The Rt. Rev. James Scott Mayer Assisting Bishop, Diocese of Texas

6:30 Dinner Dining Hall

6:40

Special Workshop Sharing Stories of Reproductive Health and Faith: G1A Resources for Healing and Wholeness Speaker: Shan Schaffer

SChEduLE

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25

Time Event Location

7:30 p.m. Bishop's Conversation with Mary Emeny AS 1A&B

8:30 Social Patio

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26

Time Event Location

7:00 a.m. Liturgical Obstacle Course Lobby with the Clergy Wellness Cabinet

7:00 Open Recovery Meeting G3

7:30 Morning Prayer, English Chapel

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast Dining Hall

8:10 Considering a Curate? G1A

The Rev. Cn. Christine Faulstich

9:00 - 10:00 Workshop Session 2

Creating Thought-Provoking Bible Studies

AS5 Speaker: The Rev. David Nelson

Gimme a Break! - Taking a Sabbatical

G4 Speakers: The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher (Bishop Suffragan, East Region), Kathy Dunn, and the Rev. Jimmy Abbott

For Clergy Serving Hispanic/Latino Congregations and Ministries G6 How Can We Get More Hands? Speakers: The Revds Andrew Terry and Alex Montes-Vela; and Roger Olier

Cultivating Meaningful Ministry for Building

AS2 Healthy Communities – Part 2 Speakers: Eric Moen, Willie Bennett, and Melodee Toles

Jesus, Addiction, and Recovery

AS3 Speaker: Brad Sullivan

Foundation Grants and Missional Strategies

AS4 Speakers: Linda Riley Mitchell and The Rev. Cn. Joann Saylors

Addressing Disparities in Women’s Health

AS 1A&B Speakers: Lisa Madry, Christy Serrano, Stacey Pogue, and the Rev. Mary Lenn Dixon *Spanish Translation will be available

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER

Time Event Location

10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Workshop Session 3

Story, History, and the End of Creation AS5 Speaker: The Rev. Matt Boulter Understanding Your Retirement Options G4 Speaker: Zee Turnbull

Can Art Express One's Spirituality and Be a Form of Worship? AS4 Speaker: Jeanelle McCall

For full-time clergy: How can we get more hands? G6 Speakers: The Rev. Andrew Terry and Bonny Burger

Friends for the Journey: How Churches are Coming AS2 Alongside Partners in the Community Speakers: Eric Moen, Willie Bennett, and Melodee Toles

Memento Mori: Time Management for Mere Mortals AS3 Speaker: The Rev. Brin Bon

The History of Reproductive Health Rights in the AS 1A&B United States Supreme Court and Episcopal Church Speakers: Susan Raine and The Rev. Jimmy Abbott *Spanish Translation will be available

11:30

Bishop Doyle's Address

AS 1A&B The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle IX Bishop of Texas

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The Rev. Robert Flick, MS, MDiv, MBA, LPC

Bob is currently a retired priest in the Diocese of Texas where he has served for almost 20 years. He is married to Sarah, a retired psychiatrist and also an active spiritual director and author. In retirement Bob continues in the Spiritual Direction ministry and serves as a faculty member for the IONA School of Ministry where he supervises Field Education. He retired from Lord of the Streets and has since served in interim rector positions and has focused on mental health related work for the Episcopal Health Foundation's outreach into congregations. Bob is certified in Spiritual Direction through Loyola University, Chicago, and is also a licensed professional counselor. A long-time Franciscan in his spiritual practice, he is a member of the Community of Francis and Clare.

The Rev. Parker Jameson

Parker was born and raised in Abilene, Texas, and has been a life-long follower of Jesus in the Episcopal tradition. He has been married to Paula Whitfield Jameson since 1981 and they have two grown sons, two daughters-in-law, and two grandchildren. He was also ordained in 1981, serving 35 years in congregations, including 18 as associate rector at one parish in Austin. He retired from parish ministry in 2016. He also served sixteen years as adjunct faculty in theological field education at Seminary of the Southwest, retiring in 2022. Currently, Parker explores what it means to be a "land steward" for the one-and-a-third acres of oak savannah where he and his wife live in western Travis County.

The Rev. Patricia Riggins, MBA, MDiv, MPH

An Episcopal priest who has served several congregations in the Diocese of West Texas, Patricia+ earned her Master of Divinity degree from Seminary of the Southwest in 2009, following a long career as a health care executive. She is currently an assisting priest at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Seguin, Texas. She also holds a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Public Health from Tulane University. She is currently enrolled in Forest Dwelling: Spirituality for our Wisdom Years, a two-year program offered by Oblate School of Theology. Through https:// wisdomyears.org she and two colleagues offer a weekly community for older adults to deepen their spiritual journeys as we live out the last third of their lives. Patricia+, her husband, and two cats live in New Braunfels, Texas. Their daughter and grandchild live in Colorado.

The Rev. Robert Flick, The Rev. Parker Jameson, and The Rev. Patricia Riggins, graciously give of their presence and time to serve the clergy in attendance at this conference. They are available for private and confidential consultations and prayer. They will be mingling among us throughout the conference. No appointments are necessary.

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The Rt. Rev. James Scott Mayer

Assisting Bishop, Diocese of Texas (Fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Northwest Texas)

The Rt. Rev. James Scott Mayer, elected Bishop in 2008, is a lifelong Texan, born in Dallas. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University in 1977, and a Master of Divinity from Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest in 1992. Prior to Seminary, he worked in the automotive brokerage industry. Bishop Mayer was ordained Deacon in 1992 by Bishop Donis Patterson, and priest in 1993 by Bishop James Stantonboth in the Diocese of Dallas. He served as curate at St. James' Episcopal Church in Texarkana, before being called to Church of the Heavenly Rest in Abilene, first as associate rector in 1994, and then as rector in 1995. His continuing education includes participation in the Clergy Leadership Project (a ministry of Trinity Church Wall Street); a Spanish Immersion Program at Forrester Institute in Costa Rica; and the Shalem Institute, just to name a few.

Currently, Bishop Mayer serves two Texas dioceses: the Diocese of Northwest Texas as its fifth bishop, and the Diocese of Texas as assisting bishop for the North Region. This region comes as the result of reunification between the Episcopal Church in North Texas (formerly known as the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth) and the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. In 2015, he was called to be the provisional bishop of the Diocese of Fort Worth. He led the diocese through its legal woes with the breakaway Diocese of Fort Worth. At General Convention 80 held in July 2022, the reunification with the Diocese of Texas was made official, and Bishop Mayer became assisting bishop for the diocese’s new North Region. Bishop Mayer enjoys his connection to Fort Worth, where family still resides.

In response to a Search Committee question regarding practices and influences that shape his spiritual discipline, Bishop Mayer concluded; "... for me the Holy Eucharist is central. For centuries Christians of all sorts and conditions have gathered with all the company of heaven to eat a piece of bread and drink a sip of wine, testifying to a Reality within and beyond these simple material elements. As the early church theologians tell us, in this sacred meal 'we become what we receive.' This is God's vision, and I count it a gift and a privilege to be called through both baptism and ordination to proclaim it."

Eucharist Service

Tuesday, October 25 5:00pm Room

All Saints’ Chapel

SpECIaL GuEST

Mary Emeny

Mary Emeny has lived a life filled with blessings and opportunities that have helped shape her more holistically. Spending two years in Tanzania, and close to a year in Vietnam through the American Friends Service Committee (the Quakers), are just two examples. Mary holds a master’s degree in public and international affairs; has nine months experience working with Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh’s fledgling community in France; and has served on the founding board of Habitat for Humanity International, helping to establish affiliates in both San Antonio and Amarillo.

In the midst, she has raised three children while also learning to manage her family’s ranch. Mary has pursued courses in Permaculture and Holistic range management; and founded the Wildcat Bluff nature Center on her family’s former ranch land outside of Amarillo. She also served on the founding board of The Democracy Collaborative and joined the Episcopal Church in 2013. She had the distinct honor of Bishop Mayer requesting that she present at last year’s diocesan convention (currently the North Region of the Diocese of Texas).

Conversation with Bishop Doyle Tuesday, October 25 7:30pm Room

All Saints’ 1A&B

pLENaRY SpEaKERS

David Bentley Hart, PhD Scholar, Philosopher, Author

Professor Hart is a Collaborative Researcher at the University of Notre Dame in the departments of Theology and German. He was a Director’s Fellow and a Templeton Fellow in residence at the Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study. He was appointed as the visiting Danforth chair of St. Louis University and has also held positions at the University of Virginia, Duke University, and Providence College (where he served as the Visiting Randall Chair). His specialties are philosophical theology, systematics, patristics, classical and continental philosophy, and Asian religion. His graduate degrees were earned at the University of Virginia and Cambridge University.

Professor Hart’s principal scholarly books are The Beauty of the Infinite (2003); The Doors of the Sea (2005); In the Aftermath (2007); Atheist Delusions (2009); The Experience of God (2013); A Splendid Wickedness (2016); The Dream-Child’s Progress (2017); The Hidden and the Manifest (2017); That All Shall Be Saved (2019); Theological Territories (2020); You Are Gods (2022); and Tradition and Apocalypse (2022). His New Testament translation was published with Yale University Press in 2017 and its second edition will appear in 2023. He has also published a popular history of Christianity (2007). His works of fiction include The Devil and Pierre Gernet (2011), Roland in Moonlight (2021), and Kenogaia: A Gnostic Tale (2021). He has published over 500 articles in scholarly journals and trade publications. His books have won a variety of prizes, and in 2011 he was awarded the Michael Ramsey Prize of the Church of England, and many of his books have received rewards.

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Amy Zalman

Founder, Prescient Strategy

Dr. Amy Zalman has worked with leaders and organizations for two decades to drive vanguard thinking and accelerate solutions to emerging challenges at the nexus of information technology, geopolitics, and society. She is the founder of Prescient, a foresight consultancy that helps Fortune 500 firms, governments, and non-profit organizations prepare for the future. Amy holds a PhD in Middle Eastern Studies from New York University and additional degrees in literature and fine arts from Cornell and Columbia Universities. She also holds an honorary master’s degree in national security studies from the U.S. National War College.

A professor of strategic foresight in the Culture, Communications and Technology Program at Georgetown University, she is the founder and director of the Foresight Sandbox. She's been recognized by leading publications among the world's top futurists (as well as a leading female futurist). Dr. Zalman’s previous roles include Chief Executive Officer and President of the World Future Society and the Chair of Information Integration at the U.S. National War College. She also advises senior military and other leaders.

She has a plethora of publications related to emerging technologies and their impacts on societies, governance, and power.

Using the Power of Uncertainty to Shape the Future

Plenary Tuesday, October 25 9:15am Room

All Saints’ 1A&B

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Anthony D. Baker, PhD

Professor, Seminary of the Southwest

Dr. Anthony D. Baker joined Seminary of the Southwest faculty in 2004. He teaches courses in constructive theology, ecotheology, Patristics, and theological research. His latest books are Shakespeare, Theology, and the Unstaged God (Routledge, 2020), and Leaving Emmaus: A New Departure in Christian Theology (Baylor University Press, 2021). He is currently exploring the intersection of classical accounts of holiness with current issues in ecology. Professor Baker works with other members of the community on green initiatives around campus, and he is the theologian in residence at Saint Julian of Norwich Episcopal Church in north Austin where he and his family worship. He writes a regular blog column on Patheos.com, called "The Diagonal Way."

Leaving Emmaus: A New Departure in Christian Theology (Witness, or testimony, is the way to begin theological conversation. In fact, reasoning with testimony is already pneumatology, or a doctrine of the Holy Spirit's work. This presentation will introduce the themes from the book by the same title.)

Monday, October 24 3:45pm Room: Tellepson

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The Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim

Professor of Theology, Earlham School of Religion

The Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim is a professor of Theology at Earlham School of Religion. She received her PhD from the University of Toronto and is also the author and/or editor of 21 books. Her most recent works include Spirit Life, Invisible, and Intersectional Theology. Best known for her bodies of work on the social and religious experiences of Korean women immigrants to North America, she earned a BS in Psychology from Victoria University at the University of Toronto, a Master of Divinity from Knox College, University of Toronto, and a PhD in Systematic Theology from St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto.

Having served on faculty of Moravian Theological Seminary in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, she was promoted to Associate Professor and served two terms as director of the MATS program. She was ordained in the Presbyterian Church (USA). Kim received a sabbatical grant for researchers from the Louisville Institute in 2020.

Reimagining Spirit

(The Spirit presents itself to many as an enigma. Its existence is mysterious and complex, generating misunderstandings and unawareness of its true purpose. The Spirit’s ambiguous nature opens the opportunity for study to unearth the exciting truths that it holds.)

Monday, October 24 3:45pm

Room: Gregg 1A

SEmiNaR

The Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr. Visiting Professor, Seminary of the Southwest

The Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray Jr., is currently the Crump Visiting Professor and BRSG Scholar-in-Residence at Seminary of the Southwest. He served as the 13th President of Chicago Theological Seminary (a seminary related to the United Church of Christ). He is the Immediate Past President of the Society for the Study of Black Religion.

An ordained minister of the United Church of Christ for the past 27 years, Ray has served churches in Connecticut and Kentucky. He received his PhD in Theology and African-American Studies from Yale University, and his MDiv. (summa cum laude) from the Yale Divinity School.

A prolific author, Ray has authored two manuscripts, co-authored five others, and has been a contributor to several other books, academic journals, and church publications.

Faithfulness in a World on Fire (The magnitude of the Climate Crisis can be overwhelming for pastors and their congregations. Whatever we can do seems so small in the face of this building tragedy. In this seminar, we will explore ways that pastors and their congregations can together find courage to act and inspiration to hope.)

Monday, October 24 3:45pm Room: All Saints’ 1A&B

The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe

Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania

The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe was ordained bishop of the Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2007 and became bishop provisional of Western New York in 2019. He previously served as bishop provisional of the Diocese of Bethlehem from 2014 until 2018.

Born in Sharon, Pennsylvania, Bishop Rowe graduated from Grove City College in 1997 with a B. A. in history. “I grew up in Western Pennsylvania, and came to know and to love that culture,” he said in a recent interview.

“I come from a family of primarily steel and mill workers. That part of the world is resilient, but it was in the process of becoming what we now call the Rust Belt.”

Bishop Rowe graduated from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2000 and returned to the Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania. “I came back to serve a church, a congregation in a small town in western Pennsylvania, and had a tremendous relationship with the community – the church more than doubled in size in a declining demographic,” he said. “I was doing ministry in a place I know and love.”

He serves as parliamentarian for the House of Bishops, chair of the Episcopal Church Building Fund, and vice chair of the Standing Commission on Structure, Governance, and Constitution and Canons.

He also serves on the House of Deputies Committee on the State of the Church.

He is married to Carly Rowe, a Christian educator, and they have a tenyear-old daughter, Lauren.

Rethinking Change and Ending Work Avoidance

(This seminar will focus on the principles of adaptive change management in the context of the Church. Many of the significant issues we face require changing values, beliefs, and behavior rather than simply applying a simple solution or technical fix. This requires thinking carefully about our work and facing our challenges directly. The temptation and pattern in the Church and other organizations facing adaptive problems is to engage in work avoidance. We will take a look at work avoidance and talk about ways to end that practice and engage adaptive change.)

Monday, October 24 3:45pm

Room: All Saints’ Chapel

WORKShOpS

SPECIAL WORKSHOP

Tuesday, October 25

6:40pm

Room: Gregg 1A

Sharing Stories of Reproductive Health and Faith: Resources for Healing and Wholeness

Description:

Everyone has a faith story and everyone has a reproductive health story. Join in a space led by Just Texas to share your stories, clarify your values, and find ways to use your stories for change and healing.

Shan Schaffer

Just Texas Faith Organizer, Texas Freedom Network

Shan Schaffer is the Faith Organizer at the Texas Freedom Network. Born and raised in Austin, Shan is dedicated to ensuring all Texans have access to the reproductive healthcare that they want and need. Shan has experience providing community outreach and support around reproductive justice and LGBTQ+ issues throughout the state and in Chicago, Illinois. Shan loves calling Texas home and hopes to make the state more equitable and just for all of those who live here.

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Tuesday, October 25 10:30am

Room: All Saints’ 1A&B

Transformative Innovation –A Practical Approach to Finding Future Potential in Current Conditions

Description:

This workshop will present a simple but profound approach to understanding and planning for transformative institutional change. The “Three Horizons” approach, developed by the Scotland-based International Futures Forum, offers an intuitive framework to map how an existing system is transforming and to find opportunities for innovation and, ultimately, visionary action. This workshop will include a brief introductory presentation by the workshop leader, discussion, and hands-on activities that will set participants on the path of envisioning and creating a viable future organization suited to thrive in the conditions of the future.

Dr. Amy Zalman Founder, Prescient Strategy

Dr. Amy Zalman has worked with leaders and organizations for two decades to drive vanguard thinking and accelerate solutions to emerging challenges at the nexus of information technology, geopolitics, and society. She is the founder of Prescient, a foresight consultancy that helps Fortune 500 firms, governments, and non-profit organizations to anticipate and prepare for the future. She is frequently interviewed and cited in the media on issues related to the future of governance, society and technology.

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Tuesday, October 25 10:30am

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Understanding Active Clergy Benefits

Description:

Medical coverage is important for everyone. Understanding product offerings for active diocesan clergy helps you make the most out of your medical insurance, Health Savings Account, managing your retirement, group life, and disability benefits.

Zee Turnbull Director of Human Resources, Diocese of Texas

Zee Turnbull serves as the director of human resources for the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. Since joining the Diocese in 2016, she has been very instrumental in transforming its systems and benchmarks for clergy compensation, while also driving forward the implementation of family medical coverage. Zee oversees benefits, recruitment, and staffing for the Diocese and its affiliated foundations.

Zee worked in Human Resources and Payroll for the CBS Radio affiliate in Houston. The affiliate manages six radio stations across Texas. There, her responsibilities were coupled with the shared service center in New York. She has an extensive background in banking. Prior to becoming a Human Resources professional, Zee worked for Wells Fargo National Bank and Citi Financial in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for over 10 years.

Zee holds a Master of Science degree in Organizational Development from the University of Houston. She also has credentials as a Senior Certified Professional in Human Resources from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP). Finally, she is a certified Professional in Human Resources with the Institute of Human Resources Certification Institute (PHR).

WORKShOpS

SESSION 1

Tuesday, October 25

10:30am

SESSION 3

Wednesday, October 26

10:15am

Room: All Saints’ 4

Can Art Express One's Spirituality and Be a Form of Worship?

Description:

My own journey of learning to "Talk to God" through my art and how you can use visual arts to engage your own congregation in worship.

Jeanelle McCall Artist, Author

Jeanelle McCall, creator of award-winning narrative art, has transitioned with time from graphics to fiber to paint. With each change in medium, God continues to speak to her through her art.

Her work has been juried in prestigious quilting and art shows and featured in quilting and arts magazines. Her work has also been exhibited in museums and galleries throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, China and Australia.

A “cradle Episcopalian,” her art has been featured on The Episcopal Church & Visual Arts, a national visual arts platform.

Jeanelle first experienced the transformative presence of God as a teenager and was forever changed. She had wrestled with questions she thought unanswerable. The moment on the banks of the Guadalupe River was brief, but it left her with a burning thirst to know God in a more personal way.

Jeanelle resides in Lufkin, Texas with her husband and her dachshund Fritz.

WORKShOpS

For Bivocational Clergy: How Can We Get More Hands?

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Description:

Many churches face challenges with a few hands doing most of the work. From interviews with EDOT lay leaders over the last several months, this workshop shares six reasons lay leaders say they get more involved in their church’s mission. This workshop is an opportunity for conversation with colleagues on best practices to develop lay leadership.

The Rev. Andrew Terry Area Missioner, Central Convocation

The Rev. Andrew Terry helps our congregations in the Central Convocation connect with their neighbors with a focus on developing lay leadership. He has done a series of interviews with lay leaders to better understand what moves them from the pew, into mission, in their local communities.

Lee French Bishop's Warden, St Bartholomew's, Hempstead

Lee French traces his roots back seven generations to ancestors that were among Austin's original 300 settlers in Texas. He is a writer, an adventurer, and a lover of life. He currently works in marketing for renewable energy and has helped launch an English as a Second Language Missional Community in partnership with St. Francis of Assisi, Prairie View.

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Cultivating Meaningful Ministry for Building Healthy Communities – Part 1

Description:

In this workshop, participants will learn about social factors beyond clinical care that lead to poor health outcomes for communities. Participants will explore health issues in their own communities and outreach ministry strategies to address these issues. Participants will also learn about EHF’s congregational engagement approach and resources available to support community engaged ministries.

Eric Moen

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

Eric Moen has served in community and congregational ministry for 30 years. As a Senior Congregational Engagement Officer with the Episcopal Health Foundation, he is responsible for developing and implementing EHF’s collaborative work with the congregations of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. Prior to his five years at EHF, Eric worked in three EDOT congregations as a professional lay minister directing youth and young adult ministries as well as leading world missions and congregational outreach. He is a founding member and board chair of Houston reVision, a Houston based non-profit working alongside system-involved youth in Harris County, and he also serves as a committee chair on the board of Camp Allen Episcopal Camp and Conference Center.

Willie Bennett

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

Willie Bennett has served in community and congregational ministry for 31 years. He began his career in organizing by leading a community in Fort Worth in the closing of a drug-infested house, and he has continued as an organizer for 25 years with the Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF). Mr. Bennett now serves as a Senior Congregational Engagement Officer with the Episcopal Health Foundation for the congregations in the Diocese of Texas.

WORKShOpS

Cultivating Meaningful Ministry for Building Healthy Communities – Part 1 Continued

Melodee Toles

Sr. Program Associate, Episcopal Health Foundation

Bio:

Melodee Toles is the Program Associate for Congregational Engagement at the Episcopal Health Foundation. In her role, she provides overall project management to EHF’s Congregational Engagement team. Melodee is integral to the management and coordination of Mental Health and Poverty initiatives. A native of Saint Louis, Missouri, Melodee earned a BA from Vanderbilt University, and Master’s of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Louisville. She is passionate about her faith, health equity, and building healthy communities.

WORKShOpS

SESSION 1

Tuesday, October 25 10:30 am

Room: All Saints’ 3

“I’m Fine. Thanks for Asking.”

Description:

Over the past three years, we have all experienced loss. We have mourned the loss of lives of parishioners, friends, and loved ones. We feel the loss of the church as it was before the pandemic; it doesn't look the same without the people and ministries that are no longer there. Some of us have experienced a loss of identity or sense of call. As clergy, we feel we must be there to support others in grief, to be the strength on which others lean. But exhaustion sets in when we feel obligated to set aside our own grief and always be “fine”. Let’s talk about being authentic and finding ways to be healthier clergy.

The Rev. Jan Halstead Deacon, Christ Church, Cedar Park and Dean of the Deacon Clericus

The Rev. Jan Halstead is the deacon at Christ Episcopal Church in Cedar Park, TX. She grew up in Missouri in another denomination but felt that she had arrived home when she found the Episcopal Church. For most of her career, she was the executive director of Special Programs for a school district in Central Texas working with programs for students with special learning needs. Since 2009, Jan has been a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice. While she works with clients dealing with anxiety and depression, her primary area of focus is in the area of loss and grief. Jan also works with clients through Flatwater Foundation that provides at no cost to the client counseling services for individuals and their families dealing with cancer.

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ÀLatinos Episcoqu? –A conversation about ministry with Spanish-speaking Latin@s/ Hispan@s

Description:

Have you contemplated or been interested in opening your church or congregation to Spanish-speaking people, Spanish-speaking Latinas/ Latinos, or starting a ministry with Spanish-speaking Latinas/Latinos?

Come and hear from a panel of congregational leaders, one in particular, who has taken his congregation through a discernment process and started a Spanish-language service, and whose congregation is in the middle of discernment: and finally, one who is planting a Spanish-speaking congregation. What did they discover? What were the challenges? What were the opportunities? What questions do you have? Moderated by the Rev. Luz Cabrera Montes and the Rev. Alex Montes-Vela.

The Rev. Dr. Roman D. Roldan Rector, St. Dunstan's, Houston

Fr. Roman can best be described as husband, father, social worker, Doctor of Ministry, professor, world traveler, author, and clergyman. Prior to St. Dunstan's, he served as rector of Grace Episcopal Church of West Feliciana Parish in St. Francisville, Louisiana, for eleven years. For four of those years, he was the Dean of the Baton Rouge Deanery. Prior to these posts, he served at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Davenport, Indiana, and as Associate Dean and Director of Family Ministries. Fr. Roman has served in various international mission teams, and was a chaplain at Louisiana State Penitentiary (Angola).

Fr. Roman and his wife of 28 years, Chris Anna, have four children ranging in ages 16-27. In his spare time, he enjoys nature walks, reading books in several languages, writing, and traveling. He is the author of “A Blind Man and his Monkey” and the upcoming “The Ghost and his Baby.”

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The Rev. Daryl Hay Rector, St. Andrew's, Bryan

Daryl was raised in Pasadena, Texas where his family attended San Pedro’s/Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church. He attended Seminary of the Southwest and graduated in 2003. After ordination he served as assistant rector at Christ Church in Tyler, and eight years as rector of Saint James’ in La Grange. He has served as rector of Saint Andrew’s in Bryan since October of 2013. Daryl has served on the Executive Board and is currently one of the co-facilitators for the diocese’s Curate Cohort/First Time in Charge program. He is married to Terri, and they have three sons.

William D. Llana Church Planter, Santa Fe Church Plant

William D. Llana (born in Lima, Peru) is planting a new Spanish-speaking Episcopal church in Cleveland, Texas, for the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. He graduated from the Seminario Bíblico Sudamericano, Perú (South American Biblical Seminary in Peru), and the Houston Graduate School of Theology in Houston, Texas. Since the beginning of his ministerial life, the emphasis of his work has been Evangelism and Missions, and his desire and prayer is for the church to reach all people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. William is married to Elis, and they have two children.

ÀLatinos Episcoqu? –A conversation about ministry with Spanish-speaking Latin@s/ Hispan@s Continued

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The Rev. Luz Cabrera Montes Curate, Trinity, Houston

The Rev. Luz Cabrera Montes started her curacy at Trinity Episcopal Church, July 1st, 2020. Before attending seminary, she was a bilingual education teacher and served as a lay minister and youth director at Iglesia Episcopal San Mateo. Luz has served this diocese and church in other capacities such as a deputy to the General Convention, a member of the Standing Commission on Structure, Governance, Constitution and Canons, and as Youth Ministry Liaison for The Episcopal Church Office of Youth Ministries. Luz is married to Thanh Montes, and they welcomed their first child in early 2022.

The Rev. Alex Montes-Vela Missioner for Congregational VitalityNew Initiatives, Diocese of Texas

The Rev. Alex Montes-Vela (born in Peru) is a diocesan Mission Amplification team member, which plants new faith communities and nurtures existing congregations and their leaders. Before that appointment, Alex was the founding priest of St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church in Manor, Texas, which became a multi-ethnic community that worships and lives life bilingually (English and Spanish). Alex is married to Thi (born in Vietnam), and they have three adult children, plus a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and a granddaughter.

ÀLatinos Episcoqu? –A conversation about ministrywith Spanish-speaking Latin@s/ Hispan@s Continued

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SESSION 2

Wednesday, October 26

9:00am

Room: All Saints’ 5

Creating Thought-Provoking Bible Studies

Description:

This workshop will explore best practices for creatively retelling biblical narratives that are engaging and thought-provoking. It will draw from a book that was designed to be a Lenten study called Why I Would Have Killed Jesus and You Might Have Too: Five Short Stories of Faith. Save time on Bible study preparation, consider how congregation members can support the creative process, and explore the intersection of scripture, and the imagination.

The Rev. David Nelson Rector, Christ the King, Humble

The Rev. David Nelson is the Rector of Christ the King Episcopal Church in Atascocita. He is a graduate of St. Mary’s University and Virginia Theological Seminary. Previously, he served in campus ministry at the University of Toledo and Bowling Green State University. He recently began pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Virginia Theological Seminary. His wife, Beth Anne, is a curate at St. Dunstan’s (Houston) and they have two daughters, Grace and Faith.

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Gimme a Break!Taking a Sabbatical

Description:

Join the Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher, Kathy Dunn, and the Rev. Jimmy Abbott, as we explore sabbaticals, and learn about:

* Nuts and bolts for sabbatical leave-taking, as detailed in Letters of Agreement and the Clergy Manual;

* Benefits of taking a sabbatical, from a theological, vocational, and personal perspective;

* Preparing yourself and your congregation for your sabbatical;

* Quin Sabbatical Grants offered by the Diocese of Texas, and

* Lilly Sabbatical Grants, discussed by Jimmy Abbott, who received one.

The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher

Bishop Suffragan, Diocese of Texas East Region

The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher serves as the regional bishop of the East Region of the Diocese of Texas. He was elected bishop suffragan and consecrated in 2012. In addition to his visitations to parishes and missions, Bishop Fisher serves as Executive for the Episcopal Diocese of Texas Global Partnerships in Mission, the Small Church Network, and all Pastoral Ministries, including the diocesan sabbatical grant program.

Bishop Fisher is known for his compelling preaching, his focus on evangelism and his encouragement of the laity. He’s also taught homiletics at the Iona School for Ministry. A graduate of The University of Texas, Austin, Bishop Fisher was previously CFO for Hand Benefits & Trust, Inc., Houston.

He received a master’s in divinity in 2004, and was awarded a PhD in divinity in 2013, both from Virginia Theological Seminary. Ordained in 2004, Bishop Fisher served as curate at St. Mary's, Cypress, before being called as rector at St. Alban's, Waco, during a period of unprecedented growth.

Bishop Fisher and his wife Susan have two adult sons, Scott and John.

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Gimme a Break!Taking a Sabbatical

Kathy Dunn Executive Assistant to the Rt. Rev. Jeff Fisher

Kathy joined the Diocese of Texas in 2017 as the Executive Assistant to the Rt. Rev. Jeff Fisher, working in the Tyler office. She supports the work of Bishop Fisher and works closely with the churches of the East region. She assists those interested in sabbaticals and with other pastoral needs. Kathy is the current Vice President of BEST, an organization for Bishops' Assistants for the Episcopal Church. She loves her work within the Diocese of Texas, and the greater church.

The Rev. Jimmy Abbott

Rector, Trinity, Galveston

The Rev. Jimmy Abbott serves as the rector of Galveston’s historic Trinity Episcopal Church. Previously, he served as the rector of Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Spring, where, after significant congregational growth and a building project, he took a sabbatical funded by a grant from the Lily Foundation.

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Foundation Grants and Missional Strategies

Description:

Did you know that grant applications are down this year? Join CFO, Linda Riley Mitchell and Canon for Mission Amplification, The Rev. Cn. Joann Saylors as they facilitate a discussion on the various grant opportunities available through the diocese that can help your congregation grow your mission. Hear from clergy who have taken advantage of these opportunities.

Linda Riley Mitchell

Chief Financial Officer, Diocese of Texas

Linda Riley Mitchell is Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, a religious organization with related foundations and institutions. Formerly, she was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA), a $1 billion corporation which is the second largest public housing agency in the nation. The CHA administers education and employment programs for 138,000 low income residents.

From 2004 to 2012, Ms. Mitchell was CFO of the $10 billion Illinois State Board of Education. Previously, she had been the Vice President of Finance and Administration of the Minneapolis Star Tribune and later the Vice President of Finance Services at Tribune Company in Chicago. From 1990 to 1995, Ms. Mitchell was CFO of Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority which manages McCormick Place Convention Center and Navy Pier. There she led financings including a $900 million bond deal for the convention center expansion. She began her career at Arthur Andersen & Co.

Ms. Mitchell is a Certified Public Accountant and a cum laude graduate of Marquette University. In 2008, she was invited to attend the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government Executive Leadership Program for Educators. She is a member of the Board of Trustees of St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Endowment in Austin, TX.

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Foundation Grants and Missional Strategies Continued

The Rev. Cn. Joann Saylors Canon for Mission Amplification, Diocese of Texas

The Rev. Cn. Joann Saylors leads a team responsible for planting new communities of faith and helping existing congregations to become more missional and vital. She has served in that role since 2017, when she and her husband Rick relocated from San Antonio, where she served as Canon for Deployment and Congregational Development in the Diocese of West Texas.

She received her MDiv. from Seminary of the Southwest in Austin in 2010. Prior to ordination, Saylors was a financial systems and project management consultant.

Raised in Dallas, she graduated from The University of Texas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Plan II Honors Program and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Honors Finance and Accounting. She remains licensed as a CPA.

She and Rick enjoy books, travel, and spoiling their three yappy dogs.

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SESSION 2

Wednesday, October 26

9:00am

Room: Gregg 6

For Clergy Serving Hispanic/Latino Congregations and Ministries: How Can We Get More Hands?

Description:

Many churches face challenges with a few hands doing most of the work. From interviews with EDOT lay leaders over the last several months, this workshop shares six reasons lay leaders say they get more involved in their church’s mission. This workshop is an opportunity for conversation with colleagues on best practices to develop lay leadership.

The Rev. Andrew Terry Area Missioner, Central Convocation

See biographical overview on page 25.

Roger Olier Bishop's Warden, St John's, Columbus

Roger Olier, who grew up Roman Catholic, was influenced by the faith he saw in his elders. He was attracted to the Episcopal Church by the broad inclusivity and the ability to ask questions. After a career as an employment counselor, Roger is now at Iona training to be a lay preacher. He has helped launch two Missional Communities in Columbus—one providing worship and fellowship in a retirement community, and one for women from the area to gather for fellowship and scripture study.

The Rev. Alex Montes-Vela Missioner for Congregational VitalityNew Initiatives, Diocese of Texas

See biographical overview on page 31.

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SESSION 2

Wednesday, October 26

9:00am

Room: All Saints’ 2

Cultivating Meaningful Ministry for Building Healthy Communities

– Part 2

Description:

In this workshop, participants will learn about EHF’s current focus areas for congregational engagement and hear about current community engaged ministries in each of these areas. Participants will be able to connect the focus areas to the social factors that drive health and will engage in an exercise to map their current ministries. Participants will also learn strategies to address some common challenges to implementing transformative outreach ministry.

Eric Moen

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 26.

Willie Bennett

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 26.

Melodee Toles

Sr. Program Associate, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 27.

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Jesus, Addiction, and Recovery

Description:

What do our souls desire? Union with God: healing, connection, belonging, and love. In our dis-ease, however, we often turn to alternatives to soothe our souls and bodies. Addiction comes when we find that our efforts at self-soothing have led to a prison of body, mind, and spirit. Jesus and the 12 Steps of Recovery offer us the healing, connection, belonging, and love that our souls desire. Addiction hides in the church just as it does everywhere. Learn about addiction and healing through the 12 Steps/the Way of Jesus; how 12-Step Recovery can bring healing to your churches, and resources to support that healing. Also, learn about Recovery Church, inclusive beverages, and Recovery Sundays.

The Rev. Brad Sullivan Associate Rector, Emmanuel, Houston and Chair of the EDOT Recovery Commission

Brad serves as associate rector at Emmanuel in west Houston, and he has been part of the recovery community since 2019. His experience with the 12 Steps of recovery has made him a better husband, father, and priest. He has found the acceptance, reconciling love, and surrender of the 12 Steps to be healing expressions of Jesus' teachings and way.

In September of 2021, Emmanuel started "Recovery Church," a Eucharistic community meeting once a month on Sunday evenings. They incorporate the 12 Steps as readings in the liturgy of the word. After the service, they spend time discussing the readings and sermon in a form of the African Bible study: what they heard, how it impacts their life, and how God might be calling them to change. The idea behind the service is "everyone is recovering from something."

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2

Addressing Disparities in Women’s Health

Room: All Saints' 1A&B

Description:

This panel will provide an overview of health policies impacting women, including maternal child health, contraception, and policies that could impact racial disparities in health outcomes for women in Texas. EHF staff will share about organizations EHF funds related to women and women’s health, as well as related grant-making strategies. A representative from EveryTexan will describe the current policy landscape for women’s health. For those looking to get more involved in health policy related advocacy, a representative from the Health and Justice Advocacy Network (HJAN) will share ways to get involved in this Episcopal lay-and clergy-led network.

*Spanish translation will be available for this session.

Lisa Madry

VP for Community Engagement, Episcopal Health Foundation

Lisa Madry currently serves as the Vice President of Community Engagement for the Episcopal Health Foundation. Previously as a Senior Congregational Engagement Officer, she helped to develop and implement the foundation’s collaborative work with congregations in the diocese. She has served in various leadership roles in education, community development, and environmental organizations for more than 25 years.

Christy Serrano Program Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

Christy Serrano is a program officer at Episcopal Health Foundation. Christy oversees the foundation’s grantmaking strategies that advance EHF’s larger goal of building a foundation for a healthy life by investing in early childhood brain development during pregnancy and the first 1,000 days of life. Christy has a wealth of experience and knowledge related to early childhood development and relational health, having served most recently as the regional director for First3Years.

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Addressing Disparities in Women’s Health Continued

Stacey Pogue Senior Policy Analyst, Every Texan

Stacey Pogue focuses on increasing access to health coverage and women’s health issues. She has served on the steering committee of the Texas Women’s Healthcare Coalition since its founding. She previously helped lead the Texas Women’s Health Program, a state family planning program administered by Texas’ Medicaid agency.

The Rev. Mary Lenn Dixon Deacon, SoCo, Austin

The Rev. Mary Lenn Dixon serves as deacon at SoCo Episcopal Community in Austin. She is active in the Health and Justice Advocacy Network supported by EHF, and is a Strategy Team Leader in Central Texas Interfaith.

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SESSION 3

Wednesday, October 26

10:15am

Story, History, and the End of Creation

Room: All Saints’ 5 Description:

In this session I will present & summarize my book (a revised version of my PhD dissertation in philosophy), which treats the young Joseph Ratzinger’s work on St. Bonaventure’s philosophy of history.

The Rev. Dr. Matt Boulter Rector, St George’s, Austin

Matt Boulter is a 49 year-old wayfarer from Texas who sometimes thinks he’s traveling down the right path. He is an Episcopal priest and a recent PhD in medieval philosophy. He loves reading, running, drinking, smoking, and hanging out with his three brown-eyed Boulters.

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SESSION 3

Wednesday. October 26

10:15am

Room: Gregg 4

SESSION 1

Tuesday, October 25

10:30am

SESSION 3 Wednesday, October 26

10:15am

Room: All Saints’ 4

Understanding Your Retirement Options

Description:

Who should Attend? Active clergy approaching retirement age are invited to attend. This workshop will provide an overview of information or changes that may affect you at pre-65 and post-65.

Zee Turnbull

Director of Human Resources, Diocese of Texas

See biographical overview on page 23.

Can Art Express One's Spirituality and Be a Form of Worship?

Description: My own journey of learning to "Talk to God" through my art and how you can use visual arts to engage your own congregation in worship.

Jeanelle McCall Artist, Author

See biographical overview on page 24.

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SESSION 3

Wednesday. October 26 10:15am

Room: Gregg 6

For Full-time Clergy: How Can We Get More Hands?

Description:

Many churches face challenges with a few hands doing most of the work. From interviews with EDOT lay leaders over the last several months, this workshop shares 6 reasons lay leaders say they get more involved in their church’s mission. This workshop is an opportunity for conversation with colleagues on best practices to develop lay leadership.

Andrew Terry

Area Missioner, Central Convocation

See biographical overview on page 25.

Bonny Burger

Vestry Member, St Paul's, Navasota

Bonny Burger grew up in Navasota. After graduating from The University of Texas in Austin, she moved to Houston where she was formed by clergy at Palmer Memorial and the Cathedral; neighbors who were role models, and various volunteer activities. Now, back in Navasota to care for family land in the area, Bonny has helped launch the Grimes County Rainbow Room housed at St Paul's, Navasota, a unique partnership between the Church, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and Grimes County.

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Friends For the Journey: How Churches are Coming Alongside Partners in the Community

Description:

Many congregations across the Diocese of Texas are engaged in community-partnered ministries that are proving to be impactful and transformative. What steps have they taken? With whom have they partnered? How do they keep volunteers engaged? In this workshop you’ll hear congregational leaders share about their approach for listening, discerning and working as a partner in the community to improve health outcomes.

Eric Moen

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 26.

Willie Bennett

Sr. Congregational Engagement Officer, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 26.

Melodee Toles

Sr. Program Associate, Episcopal Health Foundation

See biographical overview on page 27.

WORKShOpS

SESSION 3

Wednesday, October 26 10:15am

Room: All Saints’ 3

Memento Mori: Time Management for Mere Mortals

Description:

4,000 weeks. That's the number of weeks you will live if you make it to be 80 years old. If that figure strikes a sobering chord for you, then maybe it's time to choose the "limit-embracing life" and start accepting that you simply can't "do it all." Based on Oliver Burkeman's bestseller, "Four Thousand Weeks," this workshop will help you stare death in the face and ask the question: Why get more done? Why do anything at all? After questioning our most basic understanding of time, we will focus on the habit of performing a "Weekly Review" in order to be present and attentive to what's most important to you, and to not feel so badly about the things you choose not to do.

The Rev. Brin Bon Priest for Children, Youth, and Families, Good Shepherd, Austin

Brin Bon is the Priest for Children, Youth, and Family at Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Austin. She has lived in Austin with her family for nine years where she has been a School Chaplain, an associate rector, and a Church Planter, before joining Good Shepherd this fall. When she's not organizing files, making spreadsheets, or color-coding her notebook, she can be found mountain-biking, camping, knitting, or hanging out with friends and family.

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SESSION 3

Wednesday, October

10:15am

Room: All Saints’ 1A&B

The History of Reproductive Health Rights in the United States Supreme Court and the Episcopal Church

Description:

This presentation will offer the history of significant cases in the United States Supreme Court and cases in the State of Texas which have informed laws around reproductive rights. It will also discuss the impact these laws have on pregnant patients in Texas now— highlighting case studies from the Texas Medical Center in Houston. This presentation will be offered with an eye to the canons of the Episcopal Church.

*Spanish translation will be available for this session.

Susan Raine, MD, JD Professor, Baylor College of Medicine

Dr. Raine received her MD from Baylor College Medicine in Houston, Texas, where she is currently a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She received her JD from The University of Texas School of Law and is adjunct faculty at the University of Houston Law Center where she teaches a course in Reproductive Health Rights and Justice.

The Rev. Jimmy Abbott Rector, Trinity, Galveston

The Rev. Jimmy Abbott serves as the rector of Galveston’s historic Trinity Episcopal Church. As the Historian for the Diocese of Texas, he has studied and written extensively on the theological frameworks of social movements within the Episcopal Church.

RESOuRCE pRESENTaTIONS

Tuesday, October 25

8:10am

Room Gregg 1A Tuesday, October 25 12:00pm

Room Gregg 1A Tuesday October 25 12:00pm Room Gregg 5 Tuesday, October 25 2:00pm

Room Tellepson

Tuesday, October 25

1:30pm

Outside Ralph Hughes Park Tuesday, October 25 2:00 pm

Room Chapel Tuesday, October 25 6:40pm

Room Gregg 1A Wednesday, October 26

8:10am

Room Gregg 1A

Considering Interim Work?

Priests who would like to share experiences from or explore the possibility of training to do interim work are invited to join the Rev. Cn. Christine Faulstich and the Rev. Cn. Kellaura Johnson. To reserve your place, sign up at the conference check-in table.

Camp Allen Opportunities for Clergy Join Drew Day and George Dehan to learn more about Camp Allen and the programs it offers to our community. And more important, see how you can get involved with summer camp and extend your mission to the Piney Woods.

The Discernment Process in Review

Reminders are always good. This session will be a refresher on how the ordination process works in the Diocese of Texas. Presented by the past and present Chairs of the Commission on Ministry, The Revds John Newton and Francene Young.

Wholly Foolishness

We all need play. If you’re not into Skeet Shooting or the Giant Swing, let your mind and spirit out for recess with creative and purely gratuitous word play among colleagues. Lead by Christine Havens (SSW, MAR ’14), Writer and Communications Assistant, St. Matthew’s, Austin

Passion and Playtime

Find your inner artist! Join Jeanelle McCall out in the Piney Woods to explore “Passion through Art”. Art supplies will be provided. Space is limited so please sign up at the activities table.

Introduction to Lectio Divina /Divine Reading

This offering is a brief introduction to the millenia old practice of meeting and communing with God in the Scriptures. Bring a writing instrument and something on which to write.

Sharing Stories of Reproductive Health and Faith: Resources for Healing and Wholeness Everyone has a faith story and everyone has a reproductive health story. Join in a space led by Just Texas to share your stories, clarify your values, and find ways to use your stories for change and healing. Bring your dinner and join in the discussion. Presented by: Shan Schaffer, Texas Freedom Network

Considering a Curate?

Rectors who would like to explore the benefits and requirements of having a curate on the church staff are invited to visit with the Rev. Canon Christine Faulstich at an informational meeting. All rectors interested in receiving a curate are expected to attend. To reserve your place, sign up at the conference check-in table. Bring breakfast with you.

NEW CLERGY

WELCOmE NEW CLERGY NORTH REGION

The Rev. Alan D. Bentrup

Rector, St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Keller

Alan Bentrup grew up in Fort Worth, and spent the first part of his career as a marketing consultant in Dallas and Houston. After graduating from Virginia Theological Seminary, he first served as curate and associate rector at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Cypress, Texas. In 2018 he was called to serve as Canon for Evangelism and Mission in the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina, a position he held until being called as rector of St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Keller, Texas, in July 2021. Alan has two sons, Ford and Walker, who attend middle school in Birdville ISD. In their free time, you can find Alan and his boys at a swim meet, a soccer or basketball game, or cheering on the Horned Frogs and Rangers. They also have a dog, Captain, but they don't like to talk about him.

The Rev. Karen A. Calafat

Rector, St. Luke’s in the Meadow, Fort Worth

Karen Calafat, who just celebrated her eighth anniversary as rector of St. Luke’s in the Meadow, Fort Worth, also serves as chaplain for 4Saints Episcopal Food Pantry, and dean of the Fort Worth Convocation. In September, she returned from a sabbatical during which she walked the Camino de Santiago. Karen recently served two terms on the Standing Committee and two years as president. In 2021, St. Luke’s lost their buildings due to litigation from the 2008 schism. She guided St. Luke’s through a process that dealt with their grief and anger, while also planning for their future as a worshiping community. She is a member of the Mayor’s Faith Cabinet and active in the Circle of Clergy whose mission is racial justice and unity in Fort Worth. Karen is a spiritual director and enjoys facilitating retreats. She has two young adult children, Nicholas and newly-married Emily (Ty). Karen is an avid hiker, always planning the next adventure!

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The Rev. Ted Hamby Clarkson, Jr. Resides Outside of the Diocese of Texas

Ted is a life-long Episcopalian, born and raised in Augusta, GA. He moved to Dallas in 2003 to attend SMU and received a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance in 2007. He joined the Church of the Transfiguration in Dallas in 2008, where he met his husband, Mikey, and was an active volunteer in various ministries. He began working at All Saints' Episcopal Church in Fort Worth in 2015 as the rector's assistant, was later promoted to the director of Children and Youth Ministries, and entered the discernment process. He and Mikey moved to Sewanee in 2018 to attend seminary, and he graduated with honors in 2021. Shortly afterward, he was called to serve as the curate at his previous parish, Transfiguration, Dallas. Ted and Mikey live in Carrollton and enjoy cooking and entertaining. They are proud uncles to several nieces and nephews.

The Rev. Bradley Callaway Dyche Rector, St. Luke's, Stephenville

Bradley Callaway Dyche grew up in Northwest Oklahoma. When he was in second grade, his parents began attending an Episcopal Church. Though most local churches were overflowing at the time because of an oil boom, it was only the Episcopal Church that seemed to have room for new members. Bradley remembers his baptism and the priest saying, "This is your family now." After high school, Bradley attended Texas Tech University and graduated from the University of Oklahoma. He was active in campus ministries and there, discerned a call to the priesthood. After graduation from college and a CPE Residency, Bradley attended the General Theological Seminary in New York City, graduating in 2002. After graduation, he served two congregations in Westchester County, New York. After fifteen years there, he and his husband Frank (a native New Yorker) moved to Texas to be closer to their daughter in Weatherford, Texas. Since 2018, Bradley has served as rector of St. Luke's, Stephenville. In addition to their daughter Sheridan, Bradley and Frank have two rescue cats.

WELCOmE NEW CLERGY NORTH REGION

The Rev. Anthony Hiatt

Priest-in-Charge, Resurrection, Decatur

Tony Hiatt is priest-in-charge of the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Decatur, where he has served since the church’s founding in 2015. He grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana and graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1982. Originally a Methodist, Tony was confirmed in the Episcopal Church in 2001. He discerned a call to ordained ministry shortly after the schism in the former Diocese of Fort Worth. He is a graduate of Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University, and of the Iona School for Ministry. He was ordained to the priesthood in 2015. He serves the church bivocationally while maintaining secular employment as an engineer with Trinity Industries in Dallas. Tony and his wife Lydia recently celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary. They have three adult children, five granddaughters, and a geriatric black lab.

The Rev. Maddie Hill

Associate Priest, All Saints’, Fort Worth Maddie grew up in Arlington, Texas and was reared in Episcopal schools. She studied theater at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. While in New York, she cofounded a small, downtown theater company which produced only original works. After leaving NYC, she spent a year in the Episcopal Service Corps, went to seminary at Yale, and returned home to the Dallas/Fort Worth area to serve as a priest.

WELCOmE NEW CLERGY

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The Rev. Christopher Jambor

Rector, All Saints’, Fort Worth

Christopher Noel Jambor was born on Christmas Day at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati to a Jewish mother and a Czech father. His deeply Bohemian dad came from a lapsed Catholic family of Eastern Europeans but was educated at an Episcopal school. This is the roundabout way Chris ended up being a “cradle Episcopalian”. Chris got his BS in biophysics from Trinity University, and an MD at the University of Kansas. He practiced pediatrics in his hometown Dodge City, Kansas before going to Nashotah House in 1992, where he got an MDiv. He joined the staff at All Saints’ in Fort Worth in 1995 as a staff priest, becoming rector in 2003. He and his family have now been there for 27 years. Chris is married to Patricia (44 years and counting), and they have two children, James (deceased), and Ann. Ann has blessed the Jambors with three grandsons, Christopher, Sean, and Marc.

The Rev. Paula Jefferson

Priest-in-Charge, St. Christopher's, Fort Worth

Paula Jefferson grew up in Pennsylvania, graduated from Penn State, and played in the CPA sandbox for over 30 years. After falling in love with a Church of England immigrant, she fell in love with the Episcopal Church. Paula completed the MDiv program at Seminary of Southwest in 2018. In July 2020, Paula served as both curate and associate rector at St. Martinin-the-Fields Episcopal Church in Keller. On August 1, 2022, Paula joined St. Christopher Episcopal Church Fort Worth as priest-in-charge. Outside interests include hiking with Dursey (dog), symphony, and Rangers baseball.

WELCOmE NEW CLERGY NORTH REGION

The Rev. Kevin Johnson

Rector, All Souls, Arlington

The Rev. Kevin Johnson currently serves as rector of All Souls in Arlington, TX, a displaced congregation. This healthily growing, innovative congregation has developed into a model for a twenty-first century church in community. Kevin grew up in the Fort Worth area. For twelve years he served in the U.S. Army as an engineer officer. Several years ago Kevin, for family reasons, moved back to the Fort Worth/Arlington area, although the lure of beef barbecue and decent Tex-Mex likely played a role in the move. Kevin brings wide experience to the North Region, having served large and small parishes, General Convention, executive councils, the corporation, and standing committees in various dioceses, and also helping establish five non-profit entities. His time with the Episcopal Church Building Fund as VP for Strategic Development acquainted him with innovative methods found in thriving Episcopal parishes across the country. He has two grown daughters who, THANKS BE TO GOD, are no longer on his payroll.

The Rev. Michael LaRue Resides Outside of the Diocese of Texas

“Father Michael” as he is known, was born in Athens, Texas, was baptized, and grew up in St. Matthias’ Episcopal Church. He received his BA from Rice University with a degree in Classics (Latin and Greek) in 1986. Although he was from the Diocese of Dallas, where he began the ordination process, he was transferred to Fort Worth when that diocese was formed from Dallas, as there was more need for ordinands in the area. He attended Nashotah House, was ordained priest by Bishop Clarence Pope in 1989, with his first assignment being, assistant curate at St. John’s Church in Fort Worth. He was out of active ministry for many years, during the better part of which he worked as a Planner with the Coast Guard in Philadelphia. Currently he serves as an Assistant Port Chaplain in Seattle with the Mission to Seafarers, a mission society of the Anglican Communion under the patronage of H.M. King Charles III, which offers help and support to merchant seafarers.

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The Rev. Allison Sandlin Liles

Priest-in-Charge, St. Stephen’s, Hurst

Allison Sandlin Liles is wife, mother, peacemaker, and priest who lives with her family in Dallas. After working as Episcopal Peace Fellowship’s executive director for six years, Allison re-entered parish ministry in 2018 as the priest-in-charge of St Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Hurst, Texas. In addition to her half-time position at St. Stephen’s, Allison also serves as the editor of GrowChristians.org, an online ministry of Forward Movement that strives to help adults further the faith of children in their care. She is also a founding member of the Small Churches, Big Impact Collective. When she’s not working, it’s almost certain that you’ll find Allison in one of four places: reading on her Kindle in the front yard hammock, volunteering at Operation Kindness Animal Shelter, walking one of her family’s two dogs, or begging her middle school children to create crafts or to cook with her.

The Rev. David A. Madison, DMin

Executive Director, National Association of Episcopal Schools

The Rev. David A. Madison, D.Min., serves as the executive director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES). Prior to his work with NAES, Fr. Madison served as the executive director of the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES). After earning a bachelor’s degree from Austin College and a law degree from Baylor University, Fr. Madison was admitted to the State Bar of Texas and practiced law during his early career. He then attended seminary at Nashotah House in Wisconsin, graduating cum laude with a Master of Divinity degree. In 2014, he earned a Doctor of Ministry from the Virginia Theological Seminary. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a personal commitment to the Anglican tradition of excellence in education and has embodied the term “lifelong learner.” He serves as someone who has a lifetime of firsthand experience with the transformational work of Episcopal schools—as student, priest, teacher, and administrator.

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The Rev. Tommy Matthews

Upper School Chaplain, All Saints’ School, Fort Worth

Tommy Matthews grew up in Central Florida where he developed a great love for all activities outdoors. During his young adult years, he worked in construction while helping out as youth minister, where he sensed a pull towards ministry. He spent time in the United States Army and then attended University of Central Florida and met his wife, Debby, and they began a family. They have two children, Eli and Emily. After working in Youth Ministry and construction for a number of years he began discernment to ordained ministry. He attended Asbury Theological Seminary and graduated from Nashotah House Theological Seminary. He spent four years as a school chaplain at St. Edward’s School in Vero Beach, Florida. He worked as the associate rector at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Snellville, Georgia before returning to school chaplaincy, and is now the Upper School Chaplain at All Saints’ Episcopal School in Fort Worth.

The Rev. Robert M. Odom

Chaplain, All Saints’ School, Fort Worth

Ordained a priest in the Episcopal Church in 2001, Fr. Robert has spent nearly half his ministry working with young people, including five years as a middle and lower school chaplain. Fr. Robert finds enormous vocational fulfillment in having the opportunity to impact the lives of students on a daily basis, communicating Episcopal values to succeeding generations. Although Fr. Robert comes to All Saints’ from a parish in Arkansas, he is a native Louisianan. He served as a priest in Dallas for 11 years. He has two grown children who live in the metroplex. Outside of ministry, Fr. Robert enjoys singing, pickleball, running, and CrossFit.

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The Rev. Ayodeji Oloyede Omoniyi Deacon, St. Martin-in-The-Field, Keller

Ayo is an ordained vocational deacon at St. Martin-in-The-Field in Keller, Texas. and he was ordained by Bishop James Mayer in 2017. He is married to Tope, and they have three children. When not working and serving at church, he loves playing cards, listening to reggae music, and cooking. Born in Nigeria, he was baptized, and confirmed in the Church of Nigeria, part of the Anglican Communion. He shares ministry roots with members of his family. His grandfather was one of the first ordained catechists by the missionaries in Odo-owa, Ekiti State, Nigeria, and his late brother was ordained a priest at age 23.

Ayo came to the United States in 1983 to further his education, attending Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan. He relocated to Oklahoma City in 1984. He holds an Associate of Arts, El-Reno Junior College in Oklahoma; a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (Public Relations), Central State University, Edmond, Oklahoma, and a Master of Criminal Justice Administration, Oklahoma City University in Oklahoma. Ayo moved to Texas upon completing his graduate degree and worked with the Texas Youth Commission. He and his family moved to Keller from St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Odessa in 2012, and became members of St. Martin’s. He retired from the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and currently works for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The Rev. Cynthia S. Ruiz-Riquer Deacon, Nonparochial

Cynthia Steblein Ruiz-Riquer (Cindy) is a child of the borderlands near Niagara Falls in New York. A cradle Catholic, she’s the youngest of seven, spent her teen years in Rhode Island (with summers in Fort Worth visiting siblings), and moved to Mexico after marrying Dr. Gustavo RuizRiquer. Married for 28 years, they have three children, Lisabel Sofia, Karina Loraine, and Liam David. Cindy graduated from Seminary of the Southwest in 2011 (MDiv/Hispanic Studies). Trained as a teacher and translator before seminary, she has been a consultant for the Kaleidoscope Institute in Los Angeles, developing Spanish-language and culturally appropriate resources for training in leadership, stewardship, ministry incubation, and community partnerships. Cindy is currently a deacon with non-parochial status.

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The Rev. Robert F. Pace

Rector, Trinity, Fort Worth

Robert F. Pace is a native Texan who sensed a call to ministry in college. Not feeling ready for ordination at that time, he went on to receive a PhD in History at Texas Christian University. He greatly enjoyed teaching and writing and working with students at universities in Virginia and Texas. But that call to ordained ministry never left him. After twenty years in academia, he went to Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. He then served as associate rector and rector at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Amarillo, Texas, before being called as the rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth. Robert is married to the Rev. Dr. Jill Walters, whom he met and married in college. She is also an Episcopal priest—the senior chaplain, All Saints Episcopal School in Fort Worth. They have one grown daughter, Catherine.

The Rev. Dr. Janet Waggoner

Canon Missioner for Congregational Vitality

Waggoner served as canon to the ordinary in the Episcopal Church in North Texas from 2013 until reunification with EDOT. She served as interim pastor of Rejoice Lutheran Church in Coppell, TX, rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Shelton, CT, and assistant rector in two Connecticut congregations. She holds a BA in Religion from Willamette University, Salem, OR; an MDiv (magna cum laude) from Yale Divinity School, and a DMin from Brite Divinity School. She is chair of the church wide Task Force on Church Planting and Congregational Redevelopment, a founding member of Circle of Clergy, community leadership for racial justice; an Academy 4 mentor, an ICF certified coach, an Advisor in Title IV disciplinary processes, and a member of the Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross. She has two children, Wynne and Ben, and a dog, Comet, and enjoys quilting, hiking, cooking, and writing.

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The Rev. Dr. Jill Walters

Senior Chaplain, Early Childhood & Lower School Chaplain, All Saints’ School, Fort Worth

Jill Walters grew up in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and graduated from Austin College. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology at the University of North Texas. She worked as a Licensed Psychologist for 20 years before entering discernment for Holy Orders. She earned her Certificate in Theological Studies from the Northwest Texas School of Ordained Ministry and a Certificate in Anglican Studies from the Church Divinity School of the Pacific. Jill was ordained as a priest in June, 2016, and called to be associate rector of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Amarillo, Texas. Jill is married to Robert Pace and they have a 28-year-old daughter, Catherine. Robert currently serves as rector at Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth. Upon his call to Trinity in December 2019, they relocated to Fort Worth where Jill was called as a Chaplain at All Saints’ Episcopal School in Fort Worth.

The Rev. Lynne M. Waltman

Assistant Priest, All Saints’, Fort Worth

Lynne Waltman was born and raised in Lake Bluff, a small town in northern Illinois. Living one block from Lake Michigan, she developed a deep love for the water and the outdoors. She still loves camping and backpacking with her dog, Scout. Raised in the Methodist Church, she started a search for a new church home that began in college. She was introduced to the Episcopal church by her friend, William Waltman. They were married in 1976 and shared 43 years together until his death in 2019. Lynne served in many ministries as a lay person, including being trained as a shortterm mission leader. She was part of All Saints’ first mission to Belize. During her many years of service in the church, Lynne recognized a call to ordained ministry. She has served at All Saints’ as assisting priest since 2016. Lynne has two children and two grandchildren.

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The Rev. M. Chanta Bhan

Associate Priest, Youth and Family Ministries, St. Matthew’s, Austin

Chanta Bhan was reared in a suburb of Albany, New York, and lived most of her life in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Texas. She was baptized within the Anglican Communion and spent many years in several Protestant denominations before she discovered the Episcopal Church while visiting an Anglo-Catholic parish in Boston. Chanta attended Harvard Divinity School and received an MDiv in Leadership, Administration, Preaching, and Pastoral Care and an MTS in World Religions. In preparation for ordination, she spent a year at Virginia Theological Seminary completing an Anglican Studies program. She has experience working in the following environments: Hospice, Urban Trauma Hospital, International Prison, College/University, and as an Episcopal School Chaplain. Chanta enjoys painting, kayaking, discussing international films, debating current events, reading, and traveling. She is an associate priest at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Austin.

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The Rev. Donna M. Brackett

Deacon, St. Christopher's, Houston

Donna Brackett grew up in Beaumont, Texas. She feels her call to the Diaconate has been a long time coming. Donna attended the Iona School of Ministry, where she was able to discern her calling to the Deaconate and now serves as a Deacon at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, in the Spring Branch area of Houston. She finds joy looking for God in everything and everyone she meets. Along with studying scripture, she enjoys retreating to quiet time, yoga, meditation, and gardening. When she has time outside of being close to God, she is a Real Estate Management Analyst for the Texas Department of Transportation in the Right-of-Way Division. Donna graduated from the University of Houston-Downtown with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy in 2015. She also wants to improve her piano skills in her spare time. She and her husband Ron live in Spring Branch.

The Rev. Jeremy Bradley

Curate, Calvary, Richmond

Jeremy is from Spring, Texas. He began worshiping in the Episcopal Church at Good Shepherd in Tomball in high school. He fell in love with Camp Allen and the summer camp program, which he considers the start of his ministry in the Church. His last ministry position before seminary was at Christ Church Cathedral, where he served as the Minister for Youth and Young Adults for eight years. He graduated from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2022. He's married to Lauren, a social worker. They have a son named Jonah and a cat named Ginger. They live in Sugar Land near the old Imperial Sugar Factory. I am pleased to be serving as the Curate at Calvary Episcopal Church in Richmond.

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The Rev. Kristin Braun

Curate, St. David’s, Austin

Kristin is an artist and rock climber who found her way to molecular biology and motherhood, only to come out on the other side as an advocate, minister, and curate. She now serves in downtown Austin at St. David’s where she engages the community in loving advocacy, social justice, and outreach. She loves working with kids and parents and has authored a curriculum for families navigating the Digital Age. Kristin also has a deep respect for the rooted history of the Anglican Communion and often feels awed by God’s work in the world—both within and outside of our churches.

The Rev. Lyn Zill Briggs

Priest-in-Charge, Hope, Houston

Lyn grew up in the Midwest and has lived in Utah for 45 years. After graduating from CDSP in ‘06, she served at two churches in the Salt Lake area. Her great joy is helping people connect with God in worship, in prayer and in scripture. Lyn is a knitter and a baseball fan. She authored God’s Word My Voice, a three-year paraphrased lectionary for children, published by Church Publishing in 2017. Lyn has been an EfM mentor trainer for seven years. A certified scuba diver for five years, she has logged 96 dives around the world. Lyn has two grown daughters and six grandchildren, the youngest born just recently.

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The Rev. Corinne Danielli

Deacon, St. Mark's, Houston

Corinne was born in London, England, but her family moved to Buffalo, New York, when she was eight years old. Her father was a biologist, her mother a painter, poet and anthropologist, and neither was interested in the church. Her church exposure was through friends and their families. She went to college in Britain, became a geologist and worked in the oil and gas business for about 40 years.

She married in 1986 and had twin sons (Peter and Robin), and a daughter (Park). God called to her in many ways throughout her life, but she turned a deaf ear until around 2010.

In 2012, still working as a geomodeler, she started seminary at SMU Perkins. She transferred to the missional and multidenominational Houston Graduate School of Theology in 2014, and received an MDiv. degree in 2017. She began the Iona School, deacon track, in 2019, and retired from the oil business in 2020. Ordained as deacon in June 2022, she is assigned to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Houston. She is also caretaker to three cats, a dog, and a garden. Her goal in life, and her prayer, is to restore all people to unity with God, and each other, in Christ.

The Rev. Ashley Dellagiacoma

Associate Rector, St. Stephen’s, Houston

Ashley Dellagiacoma is a native Houstonian, growing up in the historic Heights and serving the eclectic Montrose neighborhood for the past seven years as the Mission Developer/Pastor of +KINDRED Dinner Church. Prior to that, she graduated with an MDiv from Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, while living on the family farm. All to say, she’s a little bit country and a little bit rock n’ roll. As a pastor ordained in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, serving as a priest in the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, she is no stranger to crossing categories and cultures. She finds joy in wilderness, vintage finds at the thrift store, and exploring new places and ideas.

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The Rev. Aime Eyer-Delevett Chaplain, St. Stephen’s School, Austin

Aimée joins the Episcopal Diocese of Texas as the Head Chaplain at St. Stephen's Episcopal School. While Aimée is new to school chaplaincy, she is a graduate of the Episcopal Day School of Christ Church Parish in Pensacola, Florida.

Aimée was raised a cradle Episcopalian in the Diocese of the Gulf Coast. She spent her early adulthood living out her faith as a human rights worker in Tokyo, Japan; Durban, South Africa; and various places in the United States. Her human rights work led her to study theology at Candler School of Theology at Emory University, where she was privileged to study with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. After receiving her Master's of Divinity at Candler, Aimée and her wife, Alyson, headed to General Theological Seminary where Aimée earned a Master's in Sacred Theology.

She was ordained in the Diocese of Atlanta and immediately headed to the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, where she served for ten deeply joyful years as a parish priest. Aimée then moved to Santa Barbara in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, where ministry was deeply challenging and daily humbling, and where she discerned a call beyond the parish.

Aimée's joy and passion have always been stirred in work with children and youth, and she is very excited to devote herself full-time to ministry with youth, and the adults who care for them. She is particularly grateful to be a part of a community like St. Stephen's with its deep commitment to striving for justice and peace among all people and respecting the dignity of every human being. Aimée and Alyson's daughter, Willa, is a 6th grader at St. Stephen's.

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The Rev. Rhonda Artrea Fanning Deacon-in-Charge, St. John's, Sealy

Rhonda Fanning was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from Baylor University with a BBA, double majoring in Economics and Management Information Systems. Rhonda worked as a Software Engineer for 20 years before transitioning to her current position as a Senior Business Analyst, working in software development for the clinical research industry. In 2007, Rhonda came to the Episcopal Church, thanks to her husband Tom, a cradle Episcopalian. Rhonda was confirmed and married on the same day. From the moment that Rhonda walked into the Episcopal Church and immersed herself in the Episcopal tradition, she knew that she found her spiritual home, and her call to ministry began. Rhonda is serving at St. John’s in Sealy as head of congregation. Tom and Rhonda are parents to a joyful and spirited child named Grace.

The Rev. David M. Faulkner

Rector, St. Cyprian's, Lufkin

David Faulkner has served five different Episcopal parishes (three with schools), in three dioceses, and is thrilled to be home in the Diocese of Texas as the rector of St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church and School in Lufkin. Having felt called to ministry from a young age, he holds theology and ministry degrees from Wheaton College, Samford University, and Seminary of the Southwest. He is currently working on his Doctor of Ministry in Liturgy at Sewanee, researching the recovery of praying for the dead in the Anglican tradition. He is married to Laura and is the doting father of their two-year-old daughter, Cora. In his imagined spare time, he enjoys travel, golf, and telling people far more than they bargained for about his area of research.

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The Rev. Claire Field

Associate Rector, Trinity, Marble Falls

Claire has always lived in Texas, grew up Presbyterian, and found a home in the Episcopal Church as a young adult. She has been to seminary in Austin twice: graduating with an MAR in 1996 and receiving a DAS in 2015. Most of the years between seminary studies, she worked for the Diocese of Northwest Texas in ministry development. A priest since 2015, she has served churches in Amarillo, Menard, and now Marble Falls. Trinity Church, Marble Falls was her seminary field education parish, and serving there is a kind of homecoming. She married her husband Steve in 2017 and got an immediate family with three grown daughters and six grandchildren. In addition to their two dogs and cat, Claire and Steve enjoy the deer and birds of their western Travis County neighborhood.

The Rev. Linda Ford

Deacon, St. Philip’s, Hearne

Linda was raised in the Czech town of West, Texas. Following her freshman year at Baylor, Linda married her high school sweetheart, Lewis. They moved to Austin so Lewis could attend graduate school and Linda could complete college. While living in Austin, both Linda and Lewis were confirmed at All Saints Episcopal Church. In 1973, Lewis and Linda moved to College Station when Lewis accepted a job at Texas A&M University. The immediate Ford family includes three adult children, three grandchildren and two sweet in-law adult children. Linda taught elementary school for thirty years. She retired and began attending IONA School for Ministry. Linda likes to read, play games, and visit with friends and family. She sums up her religious life the following way: “I was raised a Baptist, married a Methodist, we became Episcopalians, and I taught in a Catholic school for 25 years. What song would you like to hear?”

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The Rev. Celeste Geldrich Curate, Good Shepherd, Kingwood

Celeste grew up in California, raised her kids in North Carolina, and happily calls Houston home since 2017. She is relieved that her days as a homeowner association manager are now behind her. She invites you to ask her about green burial and home death care and encourages you to tell her about your latest pilgrimage. Her husband David is a Latin teacher and a writer.

The Rev. Katie Gould

Curate, Episcopal High School, Bellaire

Katie was born and raised in Lockhart, Texas. She is a mother of two. She obtained her MDiv from Seminary of the Southwest, and is serving as a curate at Episcopal High School. She enjoys cooking, sharing a meal with family and friends, walking, spinning (bike), and spending time doing things with her kids.

The Rev. Bob Gray

Deacon, Saint Aidan's, Cypress

Bob grew up in Enfield, Connecticut, and became an Episcopalian when he married his wife Linda in 1992. Over the past thirty years, Bob has been involved in numerous lay ministries including Youth group leader and Confirmation class instructor. Bob also served multiple terms on the vestry; twice as the Senior Warden. Most of this time was as a member of Saint Francis, Tyler which was Bob’s sending parish. Bob worked as a Probation Officer for nearly 25 years before retiring in 2015. In 2019, Bob and Linda moved to Brenham where they reside today. Bob graduated from Iona in June, and was later ordained as a vocational Deacon. He serves at Saint Aidan’s in Cypress. Bob and Linda have two daughters, Julia and Becca.

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The Rev. Paige Alvarez Hanks

Priest for Pastoral Care, Good Shepherd, Austin

Paige is a lifelong Episcopalian, born and raised in Florida, and graduated from High Point University in North Carolina, with a degree in Elementary Education, and from the University of North Florida with a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership. After a career in public and independent schools as a teacher and school principal, she discerned a call to the priesthood. Her MDiv is from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, and she completed coursework in Anglican Studies at Duke Divinity School. She was ordained to the transitional diaconate in the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, and to the priesthood in the Diocese of Southwest Florida—on behalf of the Diocese of North Carolina. She has served at The Chapel of the Cross in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, The Cathedral Church of St. Peter and St. Bede’s Episcopal Church in St. Petersburg, Florida, and has done interim work at Christ Memorial Episcopal Church in Kaua’i, Hawaii, and St. Paul’s Cathedral in Oklahoma City. Paige and her spouse of 30 years are the proud parents of an adult daughter Amelia, and they love to travel and explore the areas where they live.

The Rev. R Christopher Heying

Rector, St. James’, La Grange

A New Mexico native, R Christopher Heying (rhymes with “flying”) was adopted at the age of three, into a national park service family and The Episcopal Church. While watching the moon landing at five, he declared that he wanted to be the first priest on the moon. Active in youth and college ministry, Chris felt a call to the priesthood from an early age, but worked for a few years in education and social services before going to seminary in Wisconsin. For over twenty years he has served as a priest in mostly smaller congregations in Texas, Tennessee, New York, Virginia, and Louisiana. Most recently Chris was a chaplain resident at North Texas VA Medical Center in Dallas. Chris is married to Cindy, who is also adopted, and together they have three children: Mary Grace, John Luke, and Patrick.

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The Rev. Carrie Hirdes

Transitional Deacon, St. Luke the Evangelist, Houston

Carrie Hirdes became an Episcopalian 19 years ago by way of Christ Church in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. She was completing her Master’s in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary when she discovered that the Episcopal Church shared her affinity for history. She first pursued a call to the priesthood in 2008 while living in Michigan. Eleven years and a few addresses later, she finally began the ordination process at Iona in 2019. Currently, Carrie is completing a oneyear chaplain residency at Memorial Hermann in The Medical Center in Houston. She also serves as the deacon at St. Luke the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Houston’s historic Third Ward. She is married to a marvelous architect who does most of the cooking and she is the mother to a precocious 2nd grader. Pray that she gets a nap.

The Rev. Karen Jaworski

Deacon, Good Shepherd, Tomball

Karen spent her formative years in Akron, Ohio. Armed with a degree in education from Ashland University, she moved to Louisville, Kentucky, and earned her Master’s degree while working as a Reading Specialist. In 2007 she moved to the great state of Texas, and in 2018, heard the call to do more and began the process of discernment. A year later she began classes at The Iona School for Ministry. Karen recently retired from a 31-year career teaching students with Dyslexia. She is currently serving as Deacon at The Church of the Good Shepherd in Tomball, and spends her time teaching, preaching, leading outreach, and assisting with pastoral care. Karen has two great kids, David and Jenn. She enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling.

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The Rev. Rob Jerger

Vicar, St. Clare’s, Tyler

Rob is a graduate of the Iona School for Ministry. Rob currently serves at St. Clare's Episcopal Church in Tyler, a church he planted in 2021. Aside from church planting, Rob oversees five missional communities of St. Clare's, and coaches people and congregations across the diocese who are interested in missional communities. He is passionate about creating safe spaces for marginalized communities and advocating for rights of the LGBTQ community.

The Rev. Tim Kennedy

Senior Chaplain, All Saints School, Tyler Assisting Priest, Christ Church, Tyler

The Rev. Tim Kennedy serves in Tyler as senior chaplain at All Saints Episcopal School, and assisting priest at Christ Church. Previously, Fr. Tim served as chaplain at The Episcopal School of Dallas and Washington Episcopal School. A native of San Antonio who grew up in the Diocese of West Texas, Rev. Kennedy completed coursework for a Doctor of Ministry in Educational Leadership at Virginia Theological Seminary. He earned a BA in political science and religion from Austin College in Sherman and holds a M.A. in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University. He earned a MDiv. from Yale Divinity School as well as an Anglican Studies Diploma, and an Educational Leadership and Ministry Certificate from Berkeley Divinity School at Yale. After college, he worked for a dozen years on Capitol Hill, at the White House, and at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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The Rev. Josh Kulak Curate, St. Michael’s, Austin

Josh grew up in the piney woods of East Texas and has spent much of his adult life in Central Texas. He completed his MDiv at Baylor’s Truett Seminary, and his PhD in World Christianity at Liverpool Hope University in the UK. In May 2022 he earned his Diploma of Anglican Studies at Seminary of the Southwest and was then ordained to the diaconate on June 25, 2022. Josh is passionate about cross-cultural ministry and theology, interreligious dialogue, and contemplative Christianity. He enjoys spending time with his three loves: his wife, Kari, their threeyear-old son, Killion, and Liverpool Football Club. In his free time, you can almost certainly find him at Half Price Books, eating Indian food, or watching soccer.

The Rev. Peggy Lo

Rector, St. Alban's, Austin

Peggy graduated with a Masters in Divinity from Yale Divinity School and a Diploma in Anglican Studies from Berkeley Divinity School in 2019. Prior to moving to Austin, she served as the associate rector of St. Chrysostom's in Chicago. Her ordination was sponsored by Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, California. She was baptized there in 2010 and ordained to the priesthood in 2019. Prior to becoming a priest, she spent nine years translating Buddhist lectures from Mandarin to English for Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation. For six years before that, she worked for the Public Interest Network as a campus organizer, central recruitment administrator, budget administrator, and online organizer. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring the city of Austin—trying new recipes, coffee shops, and trails, vegetarian options, and theorizing about the MCU and other fandoms.

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The Rev. Kendrah McDonald Associate Rector, All Saints', Austin

Kendrah serves at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Austin, Texas, as the associate rector for Children, Youth, and Families. She received her MDiv from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2019. After seminary, Kendrah was a curate/assistant priest at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Harlingen, Texas. In the Diocese of West Texas, Kendrah was on the Bishop’s Youth Commission, Christian Formation Committee, and helped develop the Diocesan Confirmation Retreat. She also developed an LGBTQ+ Family Camp (the second will be held December 9-11, 2022).

Kendrah has been married to Robert McDonald for 19 years. They have four children, Melissa, Michelle, Ezryn, and Ray, and two grandchildren, Pascal and Luke. When Kendrah is not working, she enjoys reading, sports, walking, playing with her dogs, serving at her cat’s pleasure, playing games, and watching movies. Prior to seminary, Kendrah was a stay-athome mom and a middle school math teacher. (She encourages others to register for the next LGBTQ+ Family Camp at https://linktr.ee/prideconnections )

The Rev. Tracie Middleton

Deacon, St. Mark's, Beaumont

Tracie Middleton grew up in Grapevine, Texas, was baptized Methodist and raised non-denominational. After a BA in English at Austin College, she moved to southeast Texas, where her aunt invited her to St. Mark’s in Beaumont. She was confirmed in 2000, later attended the Iona School for Ministry, and was ordained in 2009. She served as deacon at St. John’s in Silsbee while completing her MA in English at Lamar. She moved again to DFW in 2011 to be closer to immediate family. She served at St. Stephen’s, Hurst, and Trinity, Fort Worth, while working in communications—for the diocese and for a municipal pension fund. Tracie moved back to southeast Texas last fall and is now serving at St. Mark’s and working for the Rape and Suicide Crisis Center of Southeast Texas. She will conclude her term as President of the Association for Episcopal Deacons in 2023.

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The Rev. Dr. Annelies Moeser

Campus Missioner, TCU Assisting, Trinity, Fort Worth

Annelies Moeser encountered Christ in a personal way while a student at the University of Michigan. She was nurtured in her faith at the campus Newman House (“Canterbury for Catholics”). She earned an M.A. in Theology from Catholic Theological Union. In her studies and in campus ministry at St. Louis University, she first experienced a call to the priesthood. Her spiritual journey eventually led her to the Episcopal Church, where she was received in 2007 at the Church of the Ascension in Dallas. In 2019, Annelies earned her PhD in Biblical Interpretation from Brite Divinity School (Fort Worth). Continued discernment brought her to the Iona School of Ministry to study for bivocational priesthood. In June 2022, she was ordained a (transitional) deacon. Based at Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth, she is a campus missioner for TCU and working to launch a new Episcopal outreach to undergraduates.

The Rev. Daniel D. Robayo Hidalgo

Daniel grew up in Venezuela and came to the United States at age 16. Raised in the Evangelical Free Church of Venezuela, he became an Episcopalian in college. He enjoys being Catholic and evangelical; progressive and traditional; a lover of languages; and of Hispanic and United States cultures. Daniel was a parish priest in the Diocese of Virginia before serving the last four years as missioner for Latino/Hispanic ministries on the staff of the Diocese of North Carolina. Daniel married Nancy Urrecheaga, his high school sweetheart, in 2016. Between them, they have five children and six grandchildren. An avid motorcyclist since his teens and a nearly omnivorous reader, he wishes he had time to pursue his other passions, like acting in musicals and singing torch songs. Daniel is thrilled to be in ministry with St. Mary Magdalene/Sta. María Magdalena.

Vicar, St. Mary Magdalene/ Sta. María Magdalena, Manor

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The Rev. Noah Stansbury Campus Missioner, Austin Canterbury

Noah Stansbury was raised as a Pentecostal in Georgia but discovered the Book of Common Prayer in college and has been on the Canterbury trail ever since. After becoming an Episcopalian in the Diocese of Pittsburgh, he completed two terms with the Episcopal Service Corps in Philadelphia. During his time as an administrator at St. James School and later at St. Mark’s Church, he slowly discerned a call to ordination and trained for the priesthood at Sewanee: The University of the South. From 2020 to 2022 he served as assistant rector at Holy Trinity, Clemson, South Carolina, and as Episcopal campus missioner to Clemson University. He lives in Austin with his cat Matilda, and fills his hours outside of work by exploring Austin's restaurants and drag scene, playing Dungeons & Dragons, and finding excuses to cook for people. He is thrilled to see you.

The Rev. Alyssa Stebbing

Curate, San Pablo/St. Paul’s, Houston

Prior to joining the staff at Trinity in The Woodlands in 2006 as the Contemporary Music Minister/Outreach Coordinator/Youth Leader, Alyssa was the co-director of The Legacy Ministries (also known as The Legacy of a Kid Brother of St. Frank) and worked with youth in trauma and poverty, mostly on Native American reservations, using music and the arts to help develop non-verbal coping skills. She drew extensively on her art and music training, which she has pursued her whole life. Prior to that she worked in Communications and Development for Compassion International taking artists and speakers overseas to witness firsthand the educational work with children.

Alyssa discovered the Episcopal Church in 2001 and was initially profoundly influenced by the beauty and sacredness of space. She is a lifeprofessed Franciscan with the Order of Ecumenical Franciscans, currently serving on the Servant's Council, and has worked with Episcopal Migration Ministries since 2005. Alyssa is married to Colin, and between them, they have seven children scattered in a variety of places in this world. They also have five lively grandchildren.

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The Rev. Leslie A. Stewart

Missioner for Congregational Vitality –New Communities, Diocese of Texas

Leslie Stewart grew up near St. Louis, Missouri, and learned to fly at Spirit of St. Louis Airport when she was 15. She enlisted and served in Air Force Special Operations, and then received a Commission and went to pilot training. She was flying F-16s at the Joint Reserve Base in Fort Worth when she entered the discernment process for ministry. She attended seminary at SMU, Perkins School of Theology. Her curacy was at The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation in Lewisville, Texas, in the Diocese of Dallas. Most recently Stewart planted two communities in the north Texas area: Resurrection Episcopal Church and Warrior Church Plano. Leslie is married to Michael, and they have a son, Ryan, who attends University of Texas in Dallas. A stray, black kitten, called, “not my cat,” recently adopted them and lives under a bush in their back yard.

The Rev. John D. Sundara

Vicar for Worship & Evangelism, St. Martin’s, Houston

John was born and baptized in the Church of South India (a united province in the Anglican Communion). After his family immigrated to Vancouver, he was confirmed in the Anglican Church of Canada. His Anglican faith and Prayer Book spirituality eventually led to discerning Holy Orders and being ordained in the Episcopal Church. He has an M.Div. from Wycliffe College at the University of Toronto. He is married to Naomi, a transitional deacon, and together they have three children, Daniel (5), Emma (2) and Elijah (9 months). His notable theological influences are Athanasius, Anselm and Rowan Williams. He loves to read (fiction, history and theology), travel, and spend time with his children. He would also prefer to eat breakfast for every meal, if it was socially acceptable to do so.

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The Rev. Naomi Sundara Chaplain, St. Martin’s School, Houston

Naomi Sundara grew up in Western Canada and lived in Toronto a few years before relocating to Texas in 2017. Naomi was a cradle Episcopalian and enjoyed non-denominational Bible camps, and these set the stage for her faith to truly blossom after connecting with a college ministry as a Junior. This led to joining college ministry for nearly seven years. In the meantime, taking continuing education for ministry led Naomi to seminary at Wycliffe College where God sparked a deeper love for ecclesiology, and finally a call to ordained ministry during her MDiv. Naomi served at both Church of the Incarnation and Good Shepherd Episcopal Church while living in Dallas. She recently stepped into a new role as the Chaplain to the Preschool at St Martins in Houston. Naomi is married to John, and they have three children: Daniel, Emma, and Elijah.

The Rev. Joanna Unangst

Curate, Trinity, The Woodlands

Joanna DeHaan Unangst (she/her) is the curate at Trinity Episcopal in The Woodlands, Texas. She was born in Canada and grew up in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, and in Chicago, Illinois. Her education includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders (Speech Language Pathology) and Psychology from Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan; a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University; and a Master of Divinity degree from Virginia Theological Seminary, with double concentrations in both Christian Spirituality and New Mission Practices. Prior to her ordination, the Rev. Joanna has worked as a psychotherapist, specializing in perinatal mood disorders and grief work, and a social worker focusing on supporting, affirming, and empowering people with co-occurring substance use, grief, and mental health issues. She is married to the Rev. Kurt Unangst who serves at St. Isidore's Episcopal Church in Spring, and together they have two marvelous teens, two tubby cats, and an embarrassing amount of books.

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The Rev. Kurt Unangst

Curate, St. Isidore’s, Spring

Before attending seminary, he, his wife, The Rev. Joanna DeHaan Unangst, and their two kids, Koen and Anneke, lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Kurt is passionate about teaching and leading contemplative practices he learned from several years of study with an order of Dominican sisters. He worked for many years as a community social worker in partnership with families in a dynamic urban public school. He is also an advocate for persons in all kinds of recovery.

The Rev. Laurence Wainwright-Maks

Priest for Outreach, Good Shepherd, Austin The Hill

Laurence grew up in Mississippi along the Gulf Coast and then later, he and his family moved to Hattiesburg. His family was a part of the Southern Baptist tradition growing up, but also attended a small Catholic elementary school in Gulfport, Mississippi. After discovering the Episcopal Church, he and his twin sister quickly felt at home. Laurence attended Seminary of The Southwest and became familiar with the Austin area. In his previous positions he was a Chaplain for Mississippi State and Rochester Institute of Technology and The National Technical Institute for the Deaf. Now he is working at The Hill in Austin and is happy to be a part of the Diocese of Texas. Laurence is fluent in ASL, plays the guitar, and loves to BBQ.

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The Rev. Joy Walker Miller

Curate, St. Mark’s, Beaumont

Joy is delighted to be the Curate at St. Mark's in Beaumont. She was brought up in an Evangelical-Mega Church (complete with television ministry) but found her way to St. David's in Austin. After attending services for several years, she joined and never looked back. Before attending Virginia Theological Seminary, she was a Social Worker and Therapist. Like any good millennial, she enjoys growing house plants, doing crafts, and listening to podcasts. While not too fond of the heat, she loves being back in the land of HEB and EDoT.

The Rev. Leah Wise

Curate, Grace, Houston

Leah grew up in Florida and attended Florida State University, where she received a BA in Religious Studies. She married her husband, Daniel, in 2010. They relocated to Charlottesville, Virginia in 201, so that he could complete his PhD in Religious Studies. While in Charlottesville, she worked as the General Manager of an Episcopal-affiliated thrift store. She attended Berkeley at Yale Divinity School for seminary. She is a choral singer, sustainable fashion blogger, avid walker, and cat guardian to two cats, Sebastian and Wednesday. She is a curate at Grace Episcopal Church in Houston.

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Prelude When the Saints Go Marching In RUIDO! Two Ayres for Cornetts & Sagbuts

Hymn 390 Praise to the Lord

See pages 96-97

The People standing, the Bishop says Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Bishop then says Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Bishop says to the people

The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Bishop Let us pray.

Almighty God, you have revealed to your Church your eternal Being of glorious majesty and perfect love as one God in Trinity of Persons: Give us grace to continue steadfast in the confession of this faith, and constant in our worship of you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; for you live and reign, one God, now and forever. Amen.

All sit.

The Ministry of the Word

First Lesson

A reading from Isaiah Chapter 49 beginning at the fifth verse: And now the Lord says, who formed me in the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob back to him, and that Israel might be gathered to him, for I am honored in the sight of the Lord, and my God has become my strength—he says, ‘It is too light a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob and to restore the survivors of Israel; I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.’ Thus says the Lord, the Redeemer of Israel and his Holy One, to one deeply despised, abhorred by the nations, the slave of rulers, ‘Kings shall see and stand up, princes, and they shall prostrate themselves, because of the Lord, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen you.’ Thus says the Lord: In a time of favor I have answered you, on a day of salvation I have helped you; I have kept you and given you as a covenant to the people, to establish the land, to apportion the desolate heritages; saying to the prisoners, ‘Come out’, to those who are in darkness, ‘Show yourselves.’ They shall feed along the ways, on all the bare heights shall be their pasture; they shall not hunger or thirst, neither scorching wind nor sun shall strike them down, for he who has pity on them will lead them, and by springs of water will guide them. And I will turn all my mountains into a road, and my highways shall be raised up. Lo, these shall come from far away, and lo, these from the north and from the

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Preludio

Cuando los Santos Marchen Ya ¡RUIDO! Dos Aires para Cornetas y Sacabuches

Himno 390 Alabado Sea el Señor Vea páginas 96-97

El Pueblo de pie, el Obispo dice Alabado sea Dios: Padre, Hijo, y Espíritu Santo. Pueblo Y bendito sea su reino, ahora y por siempre. Amén.

El Obispo dice Dios omnipotente, para quien todos los corazones están manifiestos, todos los deseos son conocidos y ningún secreto se halla encubierto: Purifica los pensamientos de nuestros corazones por la inspiración de tu Santo Espíritu, para que perfectamente te amemos y dignamente proclamemos la grandeza de tu santo Nombre; por Cristo nuestro Señor. Amén.

El Obispo dice al pueblo

El Señor sea con ustedes. Pueblo Y con tu espíritu. Obispo Oremos.

Dios todopoderoso, que has revelado a tu Iglesia tu ser eterno de gloriosa majestad y amor perfecto como un solo Dios en Trinidad de Personas: Danos gracia para continuar firmes en la confesión de esta fe, y constantes en nuestra adoración a ti, Padre, Hijo y Espíritu Santo; tú que vives y reinas, un solo Dios, ahora y por siempre. Amén.

El Pueblo toma asiento.

Ministerio de la Palabra

Primera Lectura

Una lectura del capítulo 49 de Isaías que comienza en el quinto versículo:

Ahora pues, dice Jehová, el que me formó desde el vientre para ser su siervo, para hacer volver a él a Jacob y para congregarle a Israel (porque estimado seré en los ojos de Jehová, y el Dios mío será mi fuerza); dice: Poco es para mí que tú seas mi siervo para levantar las tribus de Jacob, y para que restaures el remanente de Israel; también te di por luz de las naciones, para que seas mi salvación hasta lo postrero de la tierra. Así ha dicho Jehová, Redentor de Israel, el Santo suyo, al menospreciado de alma, al abominado de las naciones, al siervo de los tiranos: Verán reyes, y se levantarán príncipes, y adorarán por Jehová; porque fiel es el Santo de Israel, el cual te escogió. Así dijo Jehová: En tiempo aceptable te oí, y en el día de salvación te ayudé; y te guardaré, y te daré por pacto al pueblo, para que restaures la tierra, para que heredes asoladas heredades; para que digas a los presos: Salid; y a los que están en tinieblas: Mostraos. En los caminos serán apacentados, y en todas las alturas tendrán sus pastos. No tendrán hambre ni sed, ni el calor ni el sol los afligirá; porque el que tiene de ellos misericordia los guiará, y los conducirá a manantiales de aguas. Y convertiré en camino todos mis montes, y mis calzadas serán levantadas. He aquí estos vendrán de lejos; y he aquí estos del norte y del

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west, and these from the land of Syene. Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth; break forth, O mountains, into singing! For the Lord has comforted his people and will have compassion on his suffering ones.

The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Cristo Yo Te Amo

//Cristo yo te amo Cristo yo te amo No hay nadie como tú Jesús//

//Y no sé dónde estuviera Si yo, a ti, no te tuviera Si no hubiera conocido Al Dios que me ama//

The Second Lesson

A reading from the letter to the Ephesians Chapter 3, beginning at the third verse:

This is the reason that I Paul am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— for surely you have already heard of the commission of God’s grace that was given me for you, and how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I wrote above in a few words, a reading of which will enable you to perceive my understanding of the mystery of Christ. In former generations this mystery was not made known to humankind, as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit: that is, the Gentiles have become fellow heirs, members of the same body, and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. Of this gospel I have become a servant according to the gift of God’s grace that was given me by the working of his power. Although I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the boundless riches of Christ, and to make everyone see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things; so that through the church the wisdom of God in its rich variety might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have access to God in boldness and confidence through faith in him.

The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

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occidente, y estos de la tierra de Sinim. Cantad alabanzas, oh cielos, y alégrate, tierra; y prorrumpid en alabanzas, oh montes; porque Jehová ha consolado a su pueblo, y de sus pobres tendrá misericordia.

Palabra del Señor. Pueblo Demos gracias a Dios.

Cristo Yo Te Amo

//Cristo yo te amo Cristo yo te amo No hay nadie como tú Jesús//

//Y no sé dónde estuviera Si yo, a ti, no te tuviera Si no hubiera conocido Al Dios que me ama//

Segunda Lectura Lectura de la carta a los Efesios Capítulo 3, comenzando en el tercer versículo:

Por esta causa yo Pablo, prisionero de Cristo Jesús por vosotros los gentiles; si es que habéis oído de la administración de la gracia de Dios que me fue dada para con vosotros; que por revelación me fue declarado el misterio, como antes lo he escrito brevemente, leyendo lo cual podéis entender cuál sea mi conocimiento en el misterio de Cristo, misterio que en otras generaciones no se dio a conocer a los hijos de los hombres, como ahora es revelado a sus santos apóstoles y profetas por el Espíritu: que los gentiles son coherederos y miembros del mismo cuerpo, y copartícipes de la promesa en Cristo Jesús por medio del evangelio, del cual yo fui hecho ministro por el don de la gracia de Dios que me ha sido dado según la operación de su poder. A mí, que soy menos que el más pequeño de todos los santos, me fue dada esta gracia de anunciar entre los gentiles el evangelio de las inescrutables riquezas de Cristo, y de aclarar a todos cuál sea la dispensación del misterio escondido desde los siglos en Dios, que creó todas las cosas; para que la multiforme sabiduría de Dios sea ahora dada a conocer por medio de la iglesia a los principados y potestades en los lugares celestiales, conforme al propósito eterno que hizo en Cristo Jesús nuestro Señor, en quien tenemos seguridad y acceso con confianza por medio de la fe en él.

Palabra del Señor. Pueblo Demos Gracias a Dios.

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Sequence Hymn 382

See page 98

King of glory, King of peace

All standing, the Deacon reads the Gospel, first saying The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Gospel Matthew 28:16-20

Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’

After the Gospel, the Reader says The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows

The Bishop stands before the altar and addresses those who are to renew their vows. My brothers and sisters, as clergy you are called to work with your Bishop to love and serve the people among whom you work, caring alike for all as you make Christ and his redemptive love known. There have been times that we have failed to pattern our thoughts, words, and deeds in accordance with Christ. We have not always been a wholesome example to those entrusted to our care. As your Bishop, I confess my own failure to fully obey our Lord, and I ask that you join me so that, together, we may seek the Lord’s mercy, grace, and forgiveness.

The Bishop and all pray together: Most gracious God, we confess the many ways that we have failed to steward the ministry entrusted to us with grace, patience, and care. We apologize for the way we have chosen comfort over courage, blame over accountability, and what is easy over what is right. For the many ways that we have failed to make room for the voices of others, failed to empathize with peoples’ experiences and listen to their stories, we repent. We acknowledge that far too often we have relied on advice, judgment, gossip, and favoritism as a substitute for faithful engagement. Above all, we have remained stubborn and stuck in our self-sufficiency and we have not let you heal our shame. For the sake of your son Jesus Christ, forgive us our sins and give us the grace we need to forgive ourselves so that we may once again partner with You in healing our world. Amen.

Sermon

The Rt. Rev. James Scott Mayer

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Secuencia Himno 382

Rey de gloria, Rey de paz Vea página 98

Todos de pie, un Diácono lee el evangelio, diciendo primero: El Santo Evangelio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, según San Mateo.. Pueblo ¡Gloria a ti, Cristo Señor!

Evangelio Mateo 28:16-20

Pero los once discípulos se fueron a Galilea, al monte donde Jesús les había ordenado. Y cuando le vieron, le adoraron; pero algunos dudaban. Y Jesús se acercó y les habló diciendo: Toda potestad me es dada en el cielo y en la tierra. Por tanto, id, y haced discípulos a todas las naciones, bautizándolos en el nombre del Padre, y del Hijo, y del Espíritu Santo; enseñándoles que guarden todas las cosas que os he mandado; y he aquí yo estoy con vosotros todos los días, hasta el fin del mundo. Amén.

Después del Evangelio, el Lector dice El Evangelio del Señor. Pueblo Te alabamos, Cristo Señor.

Sermón

Reafirmación de Votos de Ordenación

El Rvdmo. James Scott Mayer

El Obispo se para delante del altar y se dirige a los que van a renovar sus votos. Mis hermanos y hermanas, como clero, están llamados a trabajar con su Obispo para amar y servir a las personas entre quienes trabajan, cuidando por igual a todos al dar a conocer a Cristo y su amor redentor. Ha habido momentos en que no hemos logrado modelar nuestros pensamientos, palabras y acciones de acuerdo con Cristo. No siempre hemos sido un ejemplo saludable para los encargados de nuestro cuidado. Como su Obispo, confieso mi propio fracaso en obedecer completamente a nuestro Señor, y les pido que se unan a mí arrodillados para que, juntos, busquemos la misericordia, la gracia y el perdón del Señor.

El Obispo y todos rezan juntos: Dios misericordioso, confesamos las muchas maneras en que no hemos logrado administrar el ministerio que nos ha sido confiado con gracia, paciencia y cuidado. Pedimos disculpas por la forma en que hemos elegido la comodidad sobre el coraje, la culpa sobre la responsabilidad y lo que es fácil sobre lo que es correcto. Por las muchas formas en que no hemos logrado dejar espacio para las voces de los demás, no hemos podido empatizar con las experiencias de las personas y escuchar sus historias, nos arrepentimos. Reconocemos que con demasiada frecuencia nos hemos basado en consejos, juicios, chismes y favoritismos como sustitutos del compromiso fiel. Sobre todo, nos hemos mantenido tercos y obstruidos en nuestra autosuficiencia y no hemos permitido que sane nuestra vergüenza. Por el bien de tu hijo Jesucristo, perdona nuestros pecados y danos la gracia que necesitamos para perdonarnos a nosotros mismos para que podamos asociarnos una vez más contigo en la curación de nuestro mundo. Amén.

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The Bishop says:

My fellow clergy, we have a high priest who is able to empathize with our weakness, one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet is without sin. God has taken away your sin and renewed you for His service. I therefore invite you to stand with confidence before the Lord and to renew with me the covenant we made at our ordination.

All standing renew their ordination vows

Do you here, in the presence of Christ and his Church, renew your commitment to your ministry, under the pastoral direction of your bishop?

Answer I do

Bishop Do you reaffirm your promise to give yourself to prayer and study?

Answer I do

Bishop Do you reaffirm your promise so to minister the Word of God and the Sacraments of the New Covenant that the reconciling love of Christ may be known and received?

Answer I do

Bishop Do you reaffirm your promise to be a faithful servant of all those committed to your care, patterning your life in accordance with the teachings of Christ, so that you may be a wholesome example to your people?

Answer I do

The Bishop then makes this affirmation: And now, as your bishop, I, too, before God and you, rededicate myself and reaffirm the promises that I made when I was ordained. I ask your prayers.

Bishop and Clergy

May the Lord who has given us the will to do these things, give us also the grace and power to perform them.

The Bishop says the concluding Collect. Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in your divine providence you have appointed various orders in your Church: Give your grace, we humbly pray, to all who are called to any office and ministry for your people; and so fill them with the truth of your doctrine and clothe them with holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before you, to the glory of your great Name and for the benefit of your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Deacons bid the Prayers of the People

Let us give thanks to God our Father for all his gifts so freely bestowed upon us.

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El Obispo de pie dice:

Compañeros del clero, tenemos un sumo sacerdote que puede empatizar con nuestra debilidad, uno que en todos los aspectos ha sido tentado como lo somos nosotros, pero sin pecado. Dios ha quitado tu pecado y te ha renovado para su servicio. Por lo tanto, los invito a permanecer con confianza ante el Señor y a renovar conmigo el pacto que hicimos en nuestra ordenación.

Todos los de pie renuevan sus votos de ordenación Ustedes aquí, en la presencia de Cristo y de su Iglesia, ¿renuevan el compromiso de su ministerio bajo la dirección pastoral de su obispo?

Respuesta Lo renuevo.

El Obispo ¿Reafirman su promesa de perseverar tanto en la oración y el estudio?

Respuesta La reafirmo.

El Obispo ¿Reafirman su promesa de ministrar la Palabra de Dios y Sacramentos del Nuevo pacto, a fin de que el amor reconciliador de Cristo sea reconocido y recibido?

Respuesta La reafirmo.

El Obispo ¿Reafirman su promesa de ser un siervo fiel para todos aquellos confiados a su cuidado, forjando su vida de acuerdo con las enseñanzas de Cristo, de tal manera que sean un ejemplo saludable para su pueblo?

Respuesta La reafirmo.

Entonces el obispo hace la siguiente declaración: Ahora yo, como su obispo, también delante de Dios y de ustedes, me rededico y reafirmo las promesas que hice cuando fui ordenado. Pido sus oraciones.

Obispo y Clero

Que el Señor quien nos ha dado la voluntad para hacer estas cosas, nos dé también la gracia y el poder para hacerlas.

El Obispo añade una Colecta final. Dios omnipotente, dador de toda buena dádiva, por tu divina providencia has establecido diversas órdenes en tu Iglesia: Otorga tu gracia, humildemente te suplicamos, a todos los que son llamados a cualquier oficio y ministerio para tu pueblo; llénalos con la verdad de tu doctrina, y revístelos de santidad de vida, de tal modo que te sirvan fielmente, para gloria de tu excelso Nombre y para beneficio de tu santa Iglesia; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor, que vive y reina contigo, en la unidad del Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios, ahora y por siempre. Amén.

Los Diáconos Ofrecen las Oraciones del Pueblo

Demos gracias a Dios nuestro Padre por todos sus dones concedidos gratuitamente sobre nosotros.

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For the beauty and wonder of your creation, in earth and sky and sea. We thank you, Lord.

For all that is gracious in the lives of men and women, revealing the image of Christ, We thank you, Lord.

For our daily food and drink, our homes and families, and our friends, We thank you, Lord.

For minds to think, and hearts to love, and hands to serve, We thank you, Lord.

For health and strength to work, and leisure to rest and play, We thank you, Lord.

For the brave and courageous, who are patient in suffering and faithful in adversity, We thank you, Lord.

For all valiant seekers after truth, liberty, and justice, We thank you, Lord.

For the communion of saints, in all times and places, We thank you, Lord.

Above all, we give you thanks for the great mercies and promises given to us in Christ Jesus our Lord; To him be praise and glory, with you, O Father, and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

The Peace

The Bishop says The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you

Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.

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Por la belleza y maravilla de tu creación, en la tierra, el cielo y el mar Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por todo lo que es misericordioso en la vida de hombres y mujeres, revelando la imagen de Cristo, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por nuestra comida y bebida diarias, nuestros hogares y familias, y nuestros amigos, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Porque las mentes piensan, los corazones aman y las manos sirven, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por la salud y la fuerza para trabajar, y el tiempo libre para descansar y jugar, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por los fuertes y valientes, que tienen paciencia en el sufrimiento. y son fieles en la adversidad, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por todos los valientes que buscan la verdad, la libertad y la justicia, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Por la comunión de los santos, en todo tiempo y lugar, Te damos gracias, Señor.

Sobre todo, te damos gracias por las grandes misericordias y promesas dadas a nosotros en Cristo Jesús nuestro Señor; A él sea alabanza y gloria contigo, oh Padre, y el Espíritu Santo, ahora y por los siglos. Amén.

La Paz

El Obispo dice

La paz del Señor sea siempre con ustedes. Pueblo Y con tu espíritu.

Los Ministros y el Pueblo pueden saludarse mutuamente en el nombre del Señor.

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OFFERTORY

The offering from today’s service will be donated to 4Saints Episcopal Food Pantry in Fort Worth.

Come Holy Ghost

Thomas Attwood

Doxology

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

The People remain standing. The Bishop faces them and says The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Bishop Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Bishop Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Bishop proceeds. It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before time and forever.

Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to rejoice in the splendor of your radiance. Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence, they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing,

Santo, Santo, Santo

Es el Señor Dios del universo Llenos están el cielo y la tierra de tu Gloria Santo, Santo, Santo

Es el Señor Dios del universo Llenos están el cielo y la tierra de tu Gloria Hosanna en el cielo Bendito el que viene en nombre del Señor Hosanna en el cielo Bendito el que viene en nombre del Señor

The people stand or kneel. Then the Bishop continues

We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your own image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation.

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El OFERTORIO

La ofrenda del servicio de hoy será donada a la Despensa de Alimentos Episcopal 4Saints en Fort Worth.

Ven Espíritu Santo Thomas Attwood

Doxología

Alabado sea Dios, de quien vienen todas las bendiciones; alabadle, todas las criaturas debajo del cielo; Alabadlo en lo alto, huestes celestiales; alabado sea el Padre, el Hijo y el Espíritu Santo. Amén.

El pueblo permanece de pie. El Obispo, de cara al pueblo, dice El Señor sea con ustedes.

Pueblo Y con tu espíritu.

Obispo Elevemos los corazones.

Pueblo Los elevamos al Señor.

Obispo Demos gracias a Dios nuestro Señor.

Pueblo Es justo darle gracias y alabanza.

El Obispo continúa

En verdad, oh Padre, es justo glorificarte y darte gracias; porque sólo tú eres Dios, vivo y verdadero, morando en luz inaccesible desde siempre y para siempre.

Fuente de vida y toda bondad, hiciste todas las cosas y las colmaste de tu bendición; tú las creaste para que se regocijen en el esplendor de tu gloria. Innumerables ángeles están delante de ti para servirte noche y día; y contemplando la gloria de tu presencia, te ofrecen alabanza sin cesar. Y con ellos, también nosotros, y por nuestra voz las demás criaturas bajo el cielo, te aclamamos y glorificamos tu Nombre, cantando (diciendo):

Santo, Santo, Santo

Es el Señor Dios del universo Llenos están el cielo y la tierra de tu Gloria Santo, Santo, Santo

Es el Señor Dios del universo Llenos están el cielo y la tierra de tu Gloria Hosanna en el cielo Bendito el que viene en nombre del Señor Hosanna en el cielo Bendito el que viene en nombre del Señor

El pueblo permanece de pie o se arrodilla. El Obispo continua

Te aclamamos, santo Señor, glorioso en poder. Tus grandes obras revelan tu sabiduría y amor. Nos formaste a tu propia imagen, encomendándonos el mundo entero, para que, en obediencia a ti, nuestro Creador, pudiéramos regir y servir a todas tus criaturas. Cuando por desobediencia nos alejamos de ti, no nos abandonaste al poder de la muerte. En tu misericordia, viniste en nuestra ayuda, para que, buscándote, te encontráramos. Una y otra vez nos has llamado al pacto contigo, y por los profetas nos enseñaste la esperanza de salvación.

WORShIp SERvICE

Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose, he gave himself up to death; and, rising from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new.

And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all.

At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it, and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.

When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them he took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ’s death and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.

Celebrant and People

We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God.

The Bishop continues Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ.

Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your Name.

Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace.

Remember all who have died in the peace of Christ, Fenton Kovic, Sid Gervais, Scotty Innis, Helen Appelburg, Pam Graham, Frank Mangum, Betty Adam, Cindy Engle, Lawrence “Hoss” Gwin, Ned Bowersox, Carvel Glenn, Rob Montgomery, Maurine Ann “Mo” Lewis, Heulette Carolyn “Lynn” Sparks Lundelius, and those whose faith is known to you alone; bring them into the place of eternal joy and light.

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Tanto amaste al mundo, Padre, que en la plenitud del tiempo nos enviaste como Salvador a tu único Hijo. Encarnado por obra del Espíritu Santo y nacido de María, la Virgen, vivió como uno de nosotros, empero sin pecado. A los pobres proclamó las buenas nuevas de salvación; a los prisioneros, libertad; a los afligidos, gozo. Para cumplir tus designios, se entregó a la muerte y, resucitando de la tumba, destruyó la muerte e hizo nueva la creación entera.

Y a fin de que no viviésemos más para nosotros mismos, sino para él, que por nosotros murió y resucitó, envió al Espíritu Santo como su primicia a los que creen, para completar su obra en el mundo y llevar a plenitud la santificación de todos.

Al decir las palabras relativas al pan, el Celebrante lo toma en sus manos o impone una mano sobre él; y al decir las palabras relativas al cáliz, lo toma en sus manos o impone una mano sobre él y sobre cualquier otro recipiente con vino que hubiere de consagrarse.

Llegada la hora en que había de ser glorificado por ti, su Padre celestial, habiendo amado a los suyos que estaban en el mundo, los amó hasta el final; y mientras cenaba con ellos, tomó pan, y dándote gracias, lo partió y se lo dio a sus discípulos, y dijo: “Tomen y coman. Este es mi Cuerpo, entregado por ustedes. Hagan esto como memorial mío.”

Después de la cena tomó el cáliz; y dándote gracias, se lo entregó, y dijo: “Beban todos de él. Esta es mi Sangre del nuevo Pacto, sangre derramada por ustedes y por muchos para el perdón de los pecados. Siempre que lo beban, háganlo como memorial mío.”

Padre, celebramos ahora este memorial de nuestra redención. Recordando la muerte de Cristo y su descenso entre los muertos, proclamando su resurrección y ascensión a tu derecha, esperando su venida en gloria; y ofreciéndote, de las dádivas que tú nos has dado, este pan y este cáliz, te alabamos y te bendecimos.

Celebrante y Pueblo Te alabamos, te bendecimos, te damos gracias, y oramos a ti, Señor nuestro Dios.

El Obispo continúa Señor, te rogamos que en tu bondad y misericordia, tu Espíritu Santo descienda sobre nosotros y sobre estos dones, santificándolos y mostrando que son dones santos para tu pueblo santo, el pan de vida y el cáliz de salvación, el Cuerpo y la Sangre de tu Hijo Jesucristo.

Concede que todos los que compartan este pan y este cáliz sean un solo cuerpo y un solo espíritu, un sacrificio vivo en Cristo, para alabanza de tu Nombre.

Recuerda, Señor, a tu Iglesia, una, santa, católica y apostólica, redimida por la sangre de tu Cristo. Manifiesta su unidad, guarda su fe y presérvala en paz.

Recuerda a todos los que han fallecido en la paz de Cristo, Fenton Kovic, Sid Gervais, Scotty Innis, Helen Appelburg, Pam Graham, Frank Mangum, Betty Adam, Cindy Engle, Lawrence “Hoss” Gwin, Ned Bowersox, Carvel Glenn, Rob Montgomery, Maurine Ann “Mo” Lewis, Heulette Carolyn “Lynn” Sparks Lundelius, y aquellos cuya fe solo tú conoces; llévalos al lugar de eterno gozo y luz.

WORShIp SERvICE

And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs and all the saints who have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty God, and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, forever and forever. Amen.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread

The Bishop breaks the consecrated Bread.

Bishop [Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.]

Facing the people, the Bishop says the following Invitation

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

COMMUNION HYMNS

After Communion, the people stand or kneel, and the Bishop says Let us pray.

Bishop and People

John the Revelator Mi Esperanza Esta En Jesús #335 I Am the Bread of Life

Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Y concede que alcancemos nuestra herencia con la Bendita Virgen María, con los patriarcas, profetas, apóstoles y mártires, y todos los santos que han encontrado favor contigo en tiempos pasados. Junto con ellos te alabamos y te damos gloria, por tu Hijo Jesucristo nuestro Señor.

Por Cristo, y con Cristo y en Cristo, tuyos son el honor y la gloria, omnipotente Dios y Padre, en la unidad del Espíritu Santo, por los siglos de los siglos. Amén.

Y ahora, como Cristo nuestro Salvador nos enseñó, nos atrevemos a decir,

Padre nuestro que estás en el cielo, santificado sea tu Nombre, venga tu reino, hágase tu voluntad, en la tierra como en el cielo.

Danos hoy nuestro pan de cada día.

Perdona nuestras ofensas, como también nosotros perdonamos a los que nos ofenden. No nos dejes caer en tentación y líbranos del mal.

Porque tuyo es el reino, tuyo es el poder, y tuya es la gloria, ahora y por siempre. Amén.

El Partimiento del Pan

El Obispo parte el Pan de la Consagración.

Obispo [Aleluya.] Cristo nuestra Pascua se ha sacrificado por nosotros; Pueblo Por tanto observemos la fiesta. [Aleluya.]

De cara al pueblo, el Obispo hace la siguiente Invitación Los Dones de Dios para el Pueblo de Dios. Tómenlos en memoria de que Cristo murió por ustedes, y aliméntense de él en sus corazones, por fe y con agradecimiento.

HIMNOS DE LA COMUNIÓN

Juan El Revelador

Mi Esperanza Esta En Jesús #335 Yo Soy el Pan de Vida

Después de la Comunión, el pueblo se pone de pie o se arrodilla, y el Obispo dice: Oremos.

Obispo y Pueblo

Eterno Dios, Padre celestial, en tu bondad nos has aceptado como miembros vivos de tu Hijo, nuestro Salvador Jesucristo; nos has nutrido con alimento espiritual en el Sacramento de su Cuerpo y de su Sangre. Envíanos ahora en paz al mundo; revístenos de fuerza y de valor para amarte y servirte con alegría y sencillez de corazón; por Cristo nuestro Señor. Amén.

WORShIp SERvICE

The Blessing

Hymn 494 Crown Him with many Crowns See pages 99

Deacon Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Postlude Hootenanny

Will the Circle be Unbroken Popurrí I’ve Just Seen the Rock of Ages

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La Bendición

HIMNO 494 Corónenlo con Muchas Coronas Ver página 99

Diácono Vayan en paz para amar y servir al Señor. Pueblo Demos gracias a Dios.

Postludio Hootenanny

¿Se Mantendrá Intacto el Círculo?

Popurrí

Acabo de Ver a la Roca de los Siglos

390 Praise to the Lord

Sequence

WORShIp SERvICE

When The Saints Go Marching In

O when the saints go marching in When the saints go marching in O Lord I want to be in that number When the saints go marching in

And when the sun begins to shine And when the sun begins to shine O Lord I want to be in that number When the saints go marching in

On that hallelujah day

On that hallelujah day O Lord I want to be in that number When the saints go marching in

RUIDO!

Sábado en silencio Seguro terminó ¿Pero qué es imposible para mi Dios? Viernes en la tumba Domingo despertó No hay nada imposible para mi Dios

Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos La adoración que levanta los muertos De la tumba hoy Voy a salir Voy a vivir, a vivir otra vez Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos

Despierta un fuego nuevo En mi corazón

Tú sigues obrando milagros Sin limitación El poder de tu victoria Fluye en mi interior En este lugar hay milagros Lo creemos hoy

Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos La adoración que levanta los muertos De la tumba hoy Voy a salir Voy a vivir, a vivir otra vez Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos Mi Dios hoy puede salvar Liberar y sanar Restaurar y dar vida a los muertos

Pregúntale al hombre

Que fue lanzado sobre Eliseo Si hay algo imposible

Pregúntale a la piedra Cubriendo la tumba Qué ocurre cuando Dios se mueve

Aquí te siento en mi ser Puedo sentir tu mover Puedo sentir tu mover Muévete, muévete

Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos La adoración que levanta los muertos De la tumba hoy Voy a salir Voy a vivir, a vivir otra vez Este es el ruido que aviva los huesos

John the Revelator

Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Wrote the book of the seven seals

You know God walked down in the cool of the day Called Adam by his name But he refused to answer Because he's naked and ashamed

Tell me who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Wrote the book of the seven seals

You know Christ had twelve apostles And three he led away He said, "Watch with me one hour, 'Till I go yonder and pray."

Tell me who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'?

WORShIp SERvICE

John the Revelator

Tell me who's that writin'? John the Revelator Wrote the book of the seven seals

Christ rose on Easter morning Mary and Martha came down to see He said, "Go tell my disciples To meet me in Galilee."

Tell me who's that writin'? John the Revelator Who's that writin'? John the Revelator Tell me who's that writin'? John the Revelator Wrote the book of the seven seals

Mi Esperanza Esta En Jesús

Cuán grande abismo entre nosotros Cuán alto monte vaya a escalar Con desespero volví al cielo Y en la noche te hice llamar

Allí, en lo oscuro, tu amor profundo Cruzó las sombras y me alcanzó Y has consumado el vino escrito Mi esperanza está en Jesús

Quien imagina verdad tan grande Tan plena gracia al corazón El Dios eterno dejó su gloria De mi pecado, Él se vistió

La cruz ha hablado, soy perdonado El rey de reyes me adoptó Señor hermoso, te pertenezco Mi esperanza está en Jesús

¡Oh, aleluya!, sea a quien me libertó ¡Aleluya!, de la muerte me arrancó Las cadenas quebrantó Y en su nombre hay salvación Mi esperanza está en Jesús

Y tus promesas fueron selladas Cuando tu cuerpo resucitó Desde el silencio tu gran rugido Quebró el poder de la muerte en mí

Y tus promesas fueron selladas Cuando tu cuerpo resucitó

Desde el silencio tu gran rugido Quebró el poder de la muerte en mí La victoria está en ti

¡Oh, aleluya!, sea a quien me libertó ¡Aleluya!, de la muerte me arrancó Las cadenas quebrantó Y en su nombre hay salvación Mi esperanza está en Jesús

¡Oh, aleluya!, sea a quien me libertó ¡Aleluya!, de la muerte me arrancó Las cadenas quebrantó Y en su nombre hay salvación Mi esperanza está en Jesús

Will The Circle Be Unbroken

I was standing by the window On one cold and cloudy day When I saw the hearse come rolling For to carry my mother away

Will the circle be unbroken By and by Lord, by and by There's a better home awaiting In the sky Lord, in the sky

I said to the undertaker Undertaker please drive slow For this lady you are carrying Lord I hate to see her go

Will the circle be unbroken By and by Lord, by and by There's a better home awaiting

In the sky Lord, in the sky

Oh, I followed close behind her Tried to hold up and be brave But I could not hide my sorrow When they laid her in the grave

Will the circle be unbroken By and by Lord, by and by There's a better home awaiting In the sky Lord, in the sky

I went back home, the home was lonesome Since my mother, she was gone All my brothers and sisters crying What a home so sad and alone

WORShIp SERvICE

Will the circle be unbroken By and by Lord, by and by There's a better home awaiting In the sky Lord, in the sky

Popurrí

¿Quién es ése que camina sobre el agua? ¿Quién es ése que a los sordos hace oír? ¿Quién es ése que a los muertos resucita? ¿Quién es ése que su nombre quiero oír?

¡Es Jesús! ¡Es Jesús!

Dios y hombre que nos guía con su luz ¡Es Jesús! ¡Es Jesús! Dios y hombre que nos guía con su luz

Cristo no está muerto él está vivo Cristo no está muerto él está vivo Cristo no está muerto él está vivo

Lo siento en mis manos Lo siento en mis pies Lo siento en todo mí ser

Cristo no está muerto él está vivo Cristo no está muerto él está vivo Cristo no está muerto él está vivo Lo siento en mis manos Lo siento en mis pies Lo siento en todo mí ser La tengo, la tengo, la tengo, la tengo La unción está sobre mí no la entiendo, pero la tengo

Mira lo que hizo Dios Mira lo que hizo Dios

Sanó mi cuerpo Tocó mi mente Me salvó justo a tiempo Y yo le alabaré Es el mismo de ayer Le alabaremos Mira lo que hizo Dios

Mira lo que hizo Dios Mira lo que hizo Dios

Sanó mi cuerpo Tocó mi mente Me salvó justo a tiempo Y yo le alabaré Es el mismo de ayer Le alabaremos Mira lo que hizo Dios

I’ve Just Seen The Rock Of Ages

Oh, I was standing by the bedside Where my fevered mother lay When she called me close beside her And I thought I heard her say

I’ve just seen the rock of ages Jacob’s ladder hanging down I’ve just crossed the river of Jordan Now, my son, I’m homeward bound

Oh, as we gathered by her bedside Tears begin to fill our eyes Then she called me close beside her And whispered softly her good-byes

Pine trees blowing cross the mountain Where forever she will lay There she’ll rest beside the fountain There she’ll sleep beneath the clay

WORShIp SERvICE

Celebrant/Celebrante

The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle

Bishop’s Chaplain/Capell‡n del Obispo

The Rev. Cn. Christine Faulstich

Bishops/Obispos

The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher

The Rt. Rev. Kathryn McCrossen Ryan

The Rt. Rev. Héctor F. Monterroso

Preacher/Predicador

The Rt. Rev. James Scott Mayer

Altar Deacons/Gospel/ Di‡conos del Altar/Evangelio

The Rev. Corrine Danielli

The Rev. Alyssa Stebbing

Readers/Lectores

The Rev. Christopher Jambor

The Rev. Genevieve Razim

Chalice Bearers/Portadores del C‡liz

The Rev. Jeremy Bradley

The Rev. Christine Brunson

The Rev. Charles Graves IV

The Rev. Maddie Hill

The Rev. Joy Walker Miller

The Rev. Luz Cabrera Montes

The Rev. Roy Varghese

The Rev. Lynne Waltman

Acolytes/Ac—litos

The Rev. Alan Bentrup

The Rev. Kevin Johnson

The Rev. Allison Sandlin-Liles

Musicians/Mœsicos

Liz Gutierrez, Director Juan Carlos Castellanos Andy Alvarenga Peter Lopez Saul Ontiveros Thanh Montes Cameron Dezen Hammon, Director Matt Hammon Will Story Ellen Story Sara Cox Renee Rybolt, Director Bryan Anderson, Organist Wes Miller & Colin Seig, Trumpet James Lee, Trombone Emily Nagel, Horn Steve Curtis, Tuba Nancy Curtis & Blair Doerge, Sopranos Julie Jackson & Carolena Lara, Altos Jorge Martinez & Juan Villegas, Tenors Antoine Griggs & Grant Jackson, Basses

Ushers/Ujieres

The Rev. Korey Wright

The Rev. Kristin Braun

The Rev. Clint Brown The Rev. Peggy Lo

Precentors/Chantres

The Rev. Patrick Miller

The Rev. Cn. Marcea Paul

The Rev. Jacob Breeze The Rev. Maddie Hill

The Rev. Christine Brunson The Rev. Jeremy Bradley

RECOmmENdEd REadiNG

Leaving Emmaus: A New Departure in Christian Theology

Shakespeare, Theology, and the Unstaged God Books by Anthony Baker, PhD

_Repetition and Mythos_ Book by The Rev. Dr. Matt Boutler

Episcopate: The Role of Bishops in a Shared Future

Embodied Liturgy: Virtual Reality and Liturgical Theology in Conversation

Books by The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle

You Are Gods: On Nature and Supernature

Theological Territories Books by David Bentley Hart, PhD

Spirit Life

Reimaging Spirit: Light, Wind and Vibration Books by The Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim

I Like to Talk to God Illustrated Scriptural Way of the Cross Books by Jeanelle McCall

RECOmmENdEd REadiNG

Black Church Studies

Do No Harm:

by The Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr.

Strategic Narrative:

Book by Amy Zalman, PhD

by The Rev. David Nelson