Notes From the Epicenter https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter Episcopal Diocese of Dallas blogs ℗ & © 2019 Episcopal Diocese of Dallas Ekklesia 360 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 18:18:34 +0000 Tamales and Such https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/tamales-and-such/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/tamales-and-such/ Wed, 04 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000 You Say Tomato, I say Tamale: Join Holy Trinity in Garland for a tamale-making workshop, just in time for holiday gift-giving. The workshop is two days, starting at 11 a.m., December 13, and 9 a.m. on December 14. The first day is prep work including...  You Say Tomato, I say Tamale: Join Holy Trinity in Garland for a tamale-making workshop, just in time for holiday gift-giving. The workshop is two days, starting at 11 a.m., December 13, and 9 a.m. on December 14. The first day is prep work including making masa and the filling, while the second day is assembly and steaming. The church is asking for a donation of $30, and those who sign up will make their own two-dozen tamales to take home.  So far about 20 are enrolled, but there is room for more if you register by December 11. Those interested should contact the Rev. J.D. Brown at jdb@holytrinitygarland.org. 

Christmas in a Small Town - Homes Tour: The Portmess House, owned and used by Good Shepherd in Terrell, is one of six featured houses on Terrell’s Social Science Club’s Christmas Homes Tour. The congregation is delighted to open its doors to the community and make new connections and friends.

Clean Slate:  St. Stephen’s in Sherman has a new composition slate roof on the historic church that was built in 1909. The roof had been damaged in a storm a couple of years ago. It took two months for workers to finish the work, but now it’s complete, functional and beautiful.

]]> Hand-washing to Quilts https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/hand-washing-to-quilts/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/hand-washing-to-quilts/ Wed, 20 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000 Who Doesn’t Love a Cozy Quilt? Good Shepherd in Terrell is selling raffle tickets to those who want to win a homemade quilt, made by a professional. Money made from the King-size quilt raffle will raise money for the church to update its 105-year-old... Kimberly Durnan Who Doesn’t Love a Cozy Quilt? Good Shepherd in Terrell is selling raffle tickets to those who want to win a homemade quilt, made by a professional. Money made from the King-size quilt raffle will raise money for the church to update its 105-year-old organ. The parish needs to raise $80.000 to get the organ in good working shape. The drawing is Dec. 22 and you do not need to be present to win. Raffle tickets are $10 for one ticket or $25 for three. Those interested should email office@goodshepherdterrell.org or call 972-563-2412.

Wash Your Hands Please. St. Augustine’s in Dallas received a grant from the Episcopal Foundation of Dallas to purchase a children’s handwashing station to supplement its Parent’s Day Out program. The program has been a raging success since it started more than a year ago. The children’s hand-washing station will provide a place to clean up after playing in the  playground. The funds will also buy a washer and dryer unit as well to clean linens associated with the program. Parent’s Day Out has united the church and community with many crossover activities including movie nights and Advent events. And it’s helping the church move closer to its goal of having a pre-school on campus.

Happy Thanksgiving Y’all! Those of us from the diocese wish you and yours a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday.

 

]]> Around the Diocese https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/around-the-diocese/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/around-the-diocese/ Thu, 14 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000 Who Doesn’t Love a Needlepoint Kneeler? At St. Luke’s in Dallas, the consecration of the needlepoint kneelers in the church, a project that has taken 20 years to complete, has been postponed until early next year because of the tornado damage. None of... Kimberly Durnan Who Doesn’t Love a Needlepoint Kneeler? At St. Luke’s in Dallas, the consecration of the needlepoint kneelers in the church, a project that has taken 20 years to complete, has been postponed until early next year because of the tornado damage. None of the kneelers were damaged in the storm. Thanks be to God! 

Nothing Says Thanksgiving Better Than This … Join Gateway of Grace and numerous volunteers as they serve Thanksgiving Day Dinner to refugee families from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 5100 Ross Avenue in Dallas. Not only is it spiritually rewarding, it’s a good party with good food!

Blessed Bathrooms: Join St. Andrew’s in Farmer’s Branch for a new construction blessing. The parish has a new vestibule, restrooms and parking lots. The church plans to celebrate with a 7 p.m., service, Dec. 6, with Bishop George Sumner celebrating and Bishop James Stanton preaching.  Food and entertainment provided for those who RSPV to the Rev. James Detrich.

Montessori Mamas and Papas: From 6 to 7:30 p.m., November 15, at Redeemer in Irving Sonnie McFarland, author of Montessori Parenting, as well as author of Honoring the Light of the Child, will talk about parenting.  Tickets are $25.00 / person and can be purchased here– be sure to choose the Montessori Parenting Class.

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]]> Race, Theology, Prayer and the Arts https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/race-theology-prayer-and-the-arts/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/race-theology-prayer-and-the-arts/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000 Dialogue on Racism: Is racism personal or structural sin? Join Incarnation at 6:15 p.m., October 20 for a theological discussion led by the Rev. Dr. Gerald McKenny who teaches at the University of Notre Dame. He is a retired minister in the... Kimberly Durnan Dialogue on Racism: Is racism personal or structural sin? Join Incarnation at 6:15 p.m., October 20 for a theological discussion led by the Rev. Dr. Gerald McKenny who teaches at the University of Notre Dame. He is a retired minister in the Presbyterian Church and is licensed in the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Indiana. 

Canon-blast Bible study: St. Philip's in Frisco hosts a lunchtime Bible study every Wednesday. Some of the teachers include Canon Michael Gilton, Canon Jordan Hylden and Canon Victor Austin. The series is open to the public. For more information contact Sheryl Holton at 214-929-7787. Join them to learn and for fun and friendship. 

Cool Prayer App: Check out the Church of England's Daily Prayer App for an easy, electronic prayer option. News reports say the app has been used 5 million times in the past year, and tracking records indicate they use the app for about 8 minutes. 

Cathedral ART, y'all! St. Matthew's Cathedral offers a robust arts program. Starting on November 14 through January 3, the church's gallery will show the photographic works of Carolyn Brown of the music and musicians in the painted ceilings of Michoacan. Come at 6 p.m., November 14 and meet the artist during a reception. Free parking and admission. 

 

]]> Restore and Refresh https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/restore-and-refresh/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/restore-and-refresh/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000 Needlepoint Kneelers– After a remodel at St. John’s in Dallas, the much-adored needlepoint kneelers, made by parishioners in the 60s, no longer fit the altar rail area. The church has children,  grandchildren and at least one spouse of those who... Kimberly Durnan Needlepoint Kneelers– After a remodel at St. John’s in Dallas, the much-adored needlepoint kneelers, made by parishioners in the 60s, no longer fit the altar rail area. The church has children,  grandchildren and at least one spouse of those who crafted the original work. Volunteers, Leah Stuekerjuergen and Jacque Hall, offered to raise money to make new kneelers that also incorporated the needlepoint. The church is hiring Rutherford’s Design to add about five inches to the cushion frame so when it hits the rail it covers the floor and no one will bang their knees. The project should take two weeks. 

Chancel Redo- St. Matthias in Athens  spruced up the chancel area by refinishing the lectern, pulpit, altar and seats, to make them all the same stain color. The church also got rid of the carpet, due to buckling and rips, and replaced it with ceramic tile thanks to a grant from the Episcopal Diocese Foundation and a memorial fund from Bob Gould, a beloved parishioner who died earlier this year. The newly refurbished church will receive a blessing from the Rt. Rev. Fraser Lawton at the 10:30 a.m. service, October 13.

Careful: Wet Paint- St. James in Dallas is getting a new roof, and paint in the sanctuary after hail damage from a storm caused a leak. Meanwhile, folks are worshipping in the Parish Hall as they await a move back into the freshly painted church for All Saints Sunday. Word is still out on the paint color name, but it’s a light mint green used to make the church’s gorgeous stained-glass windows standout.

 

 

]]> Logo's, Pumpkins, Books and Beasts https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/logos-pumpkins-books-and-beasts/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/logos-pumpkins-books-and-beasts/ Thu, 03 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000 Logo Change: Learn about ichthyic and triqueta from St. Andrew's in McKinney. The church used the Christian symbols in their new logo. "The elements of this new logo invite us to tell the story of what draws us to follow the call of our... Kimberly Durnan Logo Change: Learn about ichthyic and triqueta from St. Andrew's in McKinney. The church used the Christian symbols in their new logo. "The elements of this new logo invite us to tell the story of what draws us to follow the call of our Lord, just like St. Andrew did so many centuries before," says the Rev. Andrew Van Kirk.

Tip Toe Through the Pumpkins: Buy your pumpkins at St. James in Dallas's pumpkin patch and add to the funds of the church's youth group, which helps form them as Christians. 

Dallas Fan-Favorite: Celebrated historian, humorist, author and actress, Rose-Mary Rumbley, will present "Footsteps: an anthology of travel columns from the New York Times at St. Matthew's Cathedral. Rumbley, a noted public speaker, also appeared in the movie "Paper Moon."

Blessed Bovine: St. John's in Pottsboro loves Pet Blessing day. Giving a blessing to beloved dogs and cats is a lot of fun, but the Rev. Nancy Powers said the rural church has also been open to blessing the nearby cattle and horses as well, but no one has taken her up on it.  It's not always easy getting a cow to church. 

 

]]> Scouts, facebook and more https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/scouts-facebook-and-more/ https://edod.org/notes-from-the-epicenter/scouts-facebook-and-more/ Thu, 26 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0000 Scout me in. After a long hiatus, Saint James in Texarkana is once again the Chartered Organization of Scout units through the Caddo Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.  Over the last 18 months, the BSA has opened its core traditional programs, Cub... Kimberly Durnan Scout me in. After a long hiatus, Saint James in Texarkana is once again the Chartered Organization of Scout units through the Caddo Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.  Over the last 18 months, the BSA has opened its core traditional programs, Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting, to girls who want to take part in an outdoor-focused ethics, leadership. and outdoor skills development program like the one their brothers have participated in for many years.  

Haha, good one.  Check out St. Matthias’ Facebook page for witty posts: “The body of Christ. You Are What You Eat; Spoiler Alert: The Good Guy Wins; and Never Give up! Remember Moses Was Once a Basket Case. Clever and fun St. Matthias!

Be prepared in an emergency. St. Thomas the Apostle in Dallas is offering a “Stop the Bleed” course after their October 13 worship service. The course aims to train those with no medical background on how to stop an injured person’s bleeding, in an emergency, until first responders arrive.

Speaking of first responders. If you are a veteran or first responder who has experienced trauma, Warrior Church is for you and your family. Because trauma lives in the body, this unique monthly service is wrapped around a 45-minute HIIT workout at Soldierfit in Frisco, through Church of the Resurrection in Plano.

 

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