Remembering the Joy

A joyous new chapter in the life of this diocese began on Feb. 7, 2009 with a beautiful worship service at All Saints, a special meeting of the Diocesan Convention at Trinity and a lovely reception at St. Christophers.

That wonderful day has now been recorded in a memorial photography book entitled Remembering the Joy.

Photographer Lefty Brandon donated his time and photos to create this lovely book that captures in photographs the beauty and emotion of this major turning point in our diocesan life. Text taken from the sermons of Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori provides the captions for the photos. Diocesan Communications Director Katie Sherrod wrote the preface.

The book is priced at $39.95. Both Brandon and Sherrod donated their work so that 100 percent of the profit from the sale of the books will be used for mission projects in the diocese. Click on this link to preview the book and to order it.

The 80-Cent Solution for World Mission

The Rev. David Cox from the Diocese of Southwestern Virginia has written a letter encouraging each and every Episcopalian to contribute 80¢ directly to World Mission, with a goal of raising $1.6 million. A resolution will be put forward at General Convention to support this effort. Read his letter here.

The Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth files response to motion to dismiss suit to recover property and assets of the Episcopal Church

Attorneys for the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth, the Corporation of the Diocese of Fort Worth, and the Episcopal Church have filed a response to the motion to dismiss for lack of subject matter jurisdiction filed on May 8, 2009 by attorneys for former bishop Jack L. Iker and former members of the corporation’s board. Read the entire story here.

Check out these VBS plans!

St. Luke's in the Meadow Episcopal Church is holding their VBS from July 8 through July 10, 9:00 am to 12:00 p.m. Their theme is "Clues to the Kingdom," and everyone is encouraged to become a Scripture Super Sleuth! It's for children ages 4 through 12. To register, call them at 817-534-4925, and be sure to tell them your t-shirt size.

Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth has scheduled their VBS for the week of July 13 through 17, from 9:00 a.m. 'til noon, and their theme is Mission Possible. By studying the miracles of Jesus, the children will come to realize that Jesus’ mission is also their mission. They will explore the miracles of Jesus through story, drama, art, games, and a service project each day of the week. Signup by clicking on this link.