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The Quiet Heart of the Church: Religious Life in the Episcopal Tradition (Spanish Version Available)
Religious life in the Episcopal Church has often been described as “the heart of the Episcopal Church—and yet its best kept secret.” That phrase rings true for many. Monks, nuns, and brothers that have been part of An...
Read MoreChristmas Eve Christmas Pageant at St Nick’s
For the first time in many years, St Nick’s had a Christmas Eve Christmas Pageant. We spent the three weeks before Christmas making simple poncho costumes after buying all the felt left in Midland! The beautiful story...
Read MoreEpiscopal Relief and Development Flood Relief Partnership in San Angelo
In response to historic July 4 flooding in San Angelo and Tom Green County, the Diocese of Northwest Texas, in partnership with Emmanuel Episcopal Church and with support from Episcopal Relief & Development, succe...
Read MoreReflections on Retirement: A Journey of Gratitude
Writing an article to celebrate my retirement has proven to be a challenge. How does one sum up a twenty-year journey filled with remarkable experiences, moments of sadness, miracles, and laughter? The answer, I have ...
Read MoreFr. Joe Biles ordained to the Sacred Order of Priests
On January 14, 2026, Fr. Joe Biles was ordained to the Sacred Order of Priests at Heavenly Rest Episcopal Church in Abilene, Texas. Fr. Joe is currently the pastoral assistant at the Church of the Heavenly Rest in Abi...
Read MoreBrother Jimmy Haney Ordained as Deacon
On December 13, 2025, Brother Jimmy Haney was ordained as a Deacon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Lubbock, Texas. Brother Jimmy is currently a student at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. Pictures of the event ...
Read More2025 Parochial Report Due March 1
In accordance with The Episcopal Church and Diocesan Canons, a report of every Parish and other Congregation of this Church shall be prepared annually for the year ending December 31, and shall be filed not later than...
Read MoreEpiphany 2026 Camp News Update
Epiphany 2026 Diocesan Camp Update “You won’t find any more serious formation in the Episcopal Church [than camp].” -Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe As you bundle up this winter…remember…summer is coming! And with...
Read MoreEpiphany 2026 - Canterbury Update
2026 Canterbury Retreat Canterbury Episcopal Campus Ministry at Texas Tech will be going to Yellowstone National Park for their annual retreat this year. They will be gone for eight days. The group will begin the t...
Read MoreAnnual Parish Meeting
The yearly business meeting of the parish will be held on Sunday, January 26th at 9:00 a.m. We will gather in the parish hall/basement for breakfast and business. The second service will move to 10:30 a.m. on Januar...
Read MoreBishop's Visitation at St. Barnabas' in Odessa
Bishop Scott Mayer visited St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church in Odessa on September 14. Enjoy the pictures below:
Read MoreBishop's Visitation at St. John's in Clarendon
Bishop Scott Mayer visited St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in Clarendon on October 5. They were excited to celebrate six new confirmands!
Read MoreAbilene Episcopalians Attend PRIDE
Episcopalians from St. Mark's Episcopal Church and Church of the Heavenly Rest in Abilene attended Abilene Pride Festival on September 20. The group included Heavenly Rest's Episcopal Young Adult group, led by Deacon...
Read MoreSt. Christopher's Hosts Annual Icon Workshop
St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Lubbock hosted their 13th annual icon camp on September 18-21. Fr. Peter Pearson, renowned Episcopal priest and iconographer, leads the workshops each year. He is from Scranton,...
Read MoreBlessing of the Badges at Holy Trinity, Midland
On September 14, Holy Trinity in Midland held their annual Blessing of the Badges. Each year they invite law enforcement, fire fighters, EMTs, emergency room personnel and their families to a barbecue lunch. At the me...
Read MoreShape Note Singing at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church
Sacred Harp (shape note) singing is the oldest choral tradition in North America, derived from the four-shape instructional singing tutors of New England. (Some have described it as heavy metal acapella!) It is acap...
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