The Church News July/August 2015

The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry, currently the Bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina, was elected the 27th Presiding Bishop at the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church on June 27.

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July / August 2015 The newspaper of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas

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Bishop Lillibridge highlights the main actions of The Episcopal Church’s 78th General Convention, held this summer.

See page 3. DWTX Deputation (in part) pictured above.

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Freshness Delivered by St. Helena’s, Boerne

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Sewanee Interns: Preserving God’s Abundant Creation

Trinity, Junction, Celebrates 125 Years

Celebrating a Saint: Dr. Artemisia Bowden

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News and Features 2 On the Bishop’s Mind: The 78th General

Convention of The Episcopal Church 4 Freshness Delivered by St. Helena’s, Boerne 6 Preserving God’s Creation: Sewanee Internship Program 7 Honoring Our Mothers: 2015 Mother’s Day Offering 11 Trinity, Junction, Celebrates 125 Years 12 Celebrating a Saint: Artemisia Bowden 13 Lillibridges Honored as Heroes of Camping Ministry

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3 From the Editor 14 Around the Circuit 16 Calendar Cover photo by Jacob Bilich. the Church News is published four times a year by the Dept. of Communication, Diocese of West Texas of the Protestant Episcopal Church P. O. Box 6885 San Antonio, Texas 78209 Editor: Laura Shaver Laura.Shaver@dwtx.org Deadline for news and advertising is the 15th of the month preceding publication.

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Volume 72 Number 3 July/August 2015 USPS 661-790 The Diocese of West TX is a family of 26,000+ members in 88 congregations across 60 counties and 69,000 square miles in South Central Texas.

Bishop of West Texas: The Rt. Rev. Gary R. Lillibridge Bishop Coadjutor: The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed The Bishop Jones Center 111 Torcido Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78209 Telephone: 210/888-8245387. FAX: 210-824-2164 general.mail@dwtx.org www.dwtx.org

Communication Department Staff: Marjorie George: editor, Reflections Magazine and ReflectionsOnline Laura Shaver: communications officer

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On the Bishop’s Mind The Rt. Rev. Gary Lillibridge Bishop of the Diocese

The 78th General Convention

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he Church News sat down with Bishop Lillibridge to gather his thoughts on the main actions of the General Convention. The 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church was held in Salt Lake City, Utah, June 25-July 3.

General Convention is held every three years and is the bicameral governing body of the Church, comprising the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies (clergy and lay) that together represent 109 dioceses.

A new Presiding Bishop was elected for a nine-year term. Tell us about Bishop Curry and what we might expect from his leadership.

Michael Curry is a wonderful, Christ-centered man who speaks of Jesus at every opportunity. Many in the diocese had the opportunity to meet Bishop Curry, currently the Bishop of North Carolina, when he was here to lead our Abide In Me conference several years ago. Bishop Curry’s focus on what he calls “The Jesus Movement” is the motivation for his ministry.

His enthusiasm, humor, humility, and deep commitment to reconciliation are all gifts to the Church. It is my hope that he will be able to delegate a large part of the administrative role of the Presiding Bishop so that he can focus his ministry on being the chief evangelist for The Episcopal Church.

This will be an exciting time for our Church. I am extremely optimistic about our future under Bishop Curry’s leadership.

In your written messages and voice recordings to the diocese while the Convention was underway, you spoke about the Supreme Court ruling legalizing same gender marriage across the country as well as the authorization of “trial liturgies” for same gender marriage by the General Convention. How will the diocese respond to these developments?

Let me begin by referring people to my letter of July 1 which is now on the website – www.dwtx.org/general-convention – for it provides a fuller explanation than I have space for here. In short, how the bishop makes provision for the use of these “trial liturgies” will vary from diocese to diocese, but each diocese is required to make some kind of provision for their use. Bishop Reed and I are currently working on what this will look like in our diocesan family. These liturgies are not authorized for use until the season of Advent, so we have time to carefully and prayerfully consider the next steps. The Resolution (A054) authorizing these liturgies allows that “It shall be within the discretion of any member of the clergy of this Church to decline to preside” and “that no bishop, priest, deacon, or lay person should be coerced or penalized in any manner” for their objection to, or support for, the Convention’s actions. As I said in my letter of July 1, we will respond in a care-filled and well-reasoned approach within the terms of the General Convention’s actions.

General Convention is charged with adopting a budget. How is the budget of The Episcopal Church funded?

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Approximately 65 percent of the budget is funded through diocesan assessments. The rest comes from endowments and other income. The asking percentage of each diocese toward support of the budget of The Episcopal Church is currently 19 percent of diocesan income. This is actually down from 21 percent a couple of years ago. It will be further reduced to 18 percent in 2016, 16.5 percent in 2017, and 15 percent in 2018. This General Convention passed a resolution that in years beyond 2018, the assessment be no higher than 15 percent. Our diocesan Executive Board will be at work to see what is the best approach for us in reaching this 15 percent, for we do not currently meet the asking. If a diocese does not meet the assessment by 2019, they will be asked to submit a plan to do so. In exchange for lowering the percentage, it is the expectation that each diocese will work to reach the assessment.

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Are there things in this budget that are new in light of the restructuring conversations that have been occurring since Convention in 2012?

While the Convention did not go as far as I would have liked in terms of restructuring, some positive steps were made. For example, with regard to the budget, we have new items for evangelism, church planting, and racial reconciliation. Certainly money alone will not make these efforts successful - for you need a rich variety of committed disciples of Christ and good, strategic planning for the seeds to take root and grow. But, these are new and exciting emphases in the budget, and they total about $11.5 million over the next three years. This is a beginning to re-focus our efforts to follow the recommendations of the 2012 task force to reimagine the church by allocating resources more widely, making space for innovation, and be intentionally outward-facing in our efforts. All church budgets (congregational, diocesan, wider Church) are, at their heart, plans for ministry and mission; and I am glad that these missionary items are becoming priorities in our corporate consciousness and in our corporate ministry. We’ve still got a lot of work to do, but this is a good start.

We are running short on space - what are some other things you would like to tell the diocese about this General Convention?

This Convention had by far, even including the vast differences of opinion on the subject of same gender marriage, the best spirit of the five General Conventions I have attended. The daily Eucharists were excellent, the reaching across the aisle - particularly in the House of Bishops - to those with different viewpoints was refreshing, and the number of young people present was very encouraging. Almost 45 percent of the elected deputies were first-time attendees to a General Convention; and 65 percent of the deputies were either first- or second-time representatives of their dioceses. This is outstanding, and there were at least 20, maybe more, deputies who were born in the 1990s (meaning in their 20s). I want to add that I was extremely pleased with the deputation from West Texas, which included many first time deputies. I am hopeful for the future and delighted in our new Presiding Bishop-elect. Bishop Curry will be installed as the Presiding Bishop on All Saints Day, November 1, at the Washington National Cathedral. Bishop Reed and I will be there. Be hopeful, because anxiety is poor stewardship!

For complete diocesan coverage of the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church, held in Salt Lake City, Utah, June 25-July 3, visit: www.dwtx.org/general-convention

A Distinguished Woman

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’ll be honest. When I accepted the job as Communications Officer for the Diocese of West Texas over four years ago, I figured that meant the prior officer would transition into her retirement after giving me a few pointers and directional tips. So as I learned that the prior officer would really just be a few doors down – albeit now on a part-time basis – I felt, let’s say, insecure.

Marjorie George, who served as Communications Officer for the diocese from 1990 to the end of 2010, is recognized diocesanwide and nationally for her expertise, her editorial genius, and her passion for communicating the good works of the Diocese of West Texas and the churches within.

Me? I knew from the beginning that I could not hold a candle to Marjorie’s experience, but I at least accepted her proposal to “show me the ropes” of the job during my first few months in the diocesan office.

Four and half years later, I am still accepting Marjorie’s tips and tricks and relying on her wisdom to help me navigate the language and delivery of Episcopal Church news. I also rely heavily on Marjorie’s keen copy editing eyes and hope that most of my writings be deemed pass-worthy of the English college courses Marjorie once taught.

Marjorie is my mentor, and I am grateful she still hangs around the Bishop Jones Center and satisfies so many with her work on Reflections magazine and ReflectionsOnline, not to mention the new spiritual formation site, christianformation-dwtx.org. the Church News

At the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church, held in Salt Lake City this summer, Marjorie represented the Diocese of West Texas as the Distinguished Woman at the Episcopal Church Women’s special luncheon. Dioceses from across The Episcopal Church chose a lady to honor this year, as is done every three years at General Convention.

With the largest – and loudest – table of supporters at the luncheon, Marjorie found her ministry affirmed by those close to her and those who admire her work.

As the other women honored, Marjorie continues in her work and her contributions because of her love for Jesus Christ and her desire to spread God’s word.

Many comments were made when I first took this job that it must seem like Marjorie is my office mom. But in the time I’ve known Marjorie and in my time in this position, I am happy to recognize Marjorie as a “mom” in my life.

We spend many minutes at my desk making job-related decisions, only to find ourselves lost in conversation about raising children, the world around us, and our hopes for our families. She has shown me a mother’s heart never rests, and she has shown me that a passionate servant presses on.

Marjorie, congratulations on your most recent honor. You truly are a distinguished woman – in your work, in your service, and in your family, and in the extension of that family around you.

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Freshness Delivered by St. Helena’s, Boerne

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hile evaluating the fresh produce picked up during a weekly run to the San Antonio Food Bank, which mostly consisted of potatoes and onions, Bryce Boddie and Stephanie Pollom of St. Helena’s, Boerne, recognized a shortage of color – greens and reds, oranges and yellows – and developed a new ministry for the church in one afternoon. Boddie, who was working as an intern for Hill Country Family Services in Boerne (HCFS), which provides food and emergency financial assistance to families in Kendall County, picked up produce monthly at the S.A. Food Bank for the local non-profit.

Pollom, a former social worker, had been personally donating canned goods to HCFS for some time, but seeing the lack of variety in Boddie’s delivery motivated her to start the fresh produce ministry at St. Helena’s.

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“It is expensive to buy fresh fruits and vegetables for any family, especially a large family. So, many families in need resort to purchasing only food items like tortillas and noodles, because they will fill up tummies,” said Pollom.

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seniors, and veterans from all military branches having served from as long ago as WWII; the homebound; terminally ill; pregnant; and homeless.

Over the past 12 months, St. Helena’s has provided HCFS with $2,881.66 for the purchase of fresh produce. With those funds HCFS utilizes best practices of strategically purchasing items through the S.A. Food Bank, local produce growers, and local grocery stores.

Almost four years ago the ministry began, “St. Helena’s ministry and Pollom began has contributed the fresh asking parishioners to bring fresh fruits fruits and vegetables and vegetables – or to feed 1,000 people at monetary donations least 12 times. That is – on the third Sunday of the month. The S.A. powerful!”

Food Bank provides - Jamie Cox produce for 200 clients at HCFS, a partner agency, at the beginning “In this past year, of each month. One we have successfully goal of the ministry at St. Helena’s was to serviced 1,000 unique individuals per month, keep the produce coming on average, which means that St. Helena’s in for the remainder of the ministry has contributed the fresh fruits and month. vegetables to feed 1,000 people at least 12 times. That is powerful!” said Jamie Cox, “We have found ways to executive director of HCFS. keep this ministry strong and cost-effective,” said “St. Helena’s incredible generosity has been Pollom. The statewide crucial to HCFS accomplishing our mission,” grocer HEB sells mini bags Cox said. A client and senior citizen said, of carrots and provides a ten “The fresh produce at HCFS is wonderful. percent discount when a I cannot always afford fresh fruits and crate of them is purchased. vegetables and often settle for packaged and “You receive 40-50 bags of processed foods. When I do receive the fresh carrots, and they are one of stuff, I share with the poor family that lives the best vegetables for you.” next to me.”

The group at St. Helena’s also found a wholesale During his internship, Boddie learned how center in Kerrville to bring hard it is for a food pantry to come by costs down on vegetables, fresh produce to serve. This led to another and the center provides partnership with Hill Country Mission for recipes on how to use and Health, which provides charitable health cook certain items, such as care in Boerne, to build a large community asparagus. garden. Under the guidance of Renee Snyder and Ann Harkins, Cultivar was tilled and St. Helena’s support of this planted, a 2-acre community garden that ministry has had a positive serves Kendall County. impact on the families and clients of HCFS. The clientele “Families from HCFS and the clients of the consists of families living at health mission learn how to grow their or below the poverty line; own food, and the produce goes home families and individuals with them,” said Boddie. “Clients, patients, experiencing unexpected and volunteers have been instrumental challenges like serious in growing food for and with clients and health problems or the loss families.” of employment; children,

The Kendall County Sheriff has allowed inmates from the county jail to help with the labor, and they are now developing their own garden on the jail’s property.

Other non-profits and area churches help to secure access to healthy and nutritious food.

Cultivar also hosts Vacation Bible School programs and YMCA garden camps during the summer. Recently the SHEEP preschool at St. Helena’s visited Cultivar and helped to water and tend the growing produce.

One of the main goals of the fresh produce ministry at St. Helena’s is to work with the Ministerial Association in Boerne to coordinate efforts across town to donate fresh produce. “While canned goods are necessary, fresh produce is educational.

Everyone would buy more if their budgets allowed,” said Pollom. She is hoping as the ministry grows that each denomination in town will consider donating $200 per month for fresh produce.

“Those we are serving are not lazy people,” said Pollom. “They are people in need because of the cost of groceries, the cost of living, and the inability to control the rising costs of rent and utilities.”

The fresh produce ministry at St. Helena’s continues with donations on the third

Children from the SHEEP School, St. Helena’s Early Enrichment Program, help tend growing produce at the Cultivar community garden.

Sunday of the month, and now envelopes are permanently kept in the pews for monetary

gifts. The food ministries extend beyond fresh produce for HCFS to the Blessings in a Backpack ministry that provides jars of peanut butter and canned chicken, or other proteinrich snacks, to children on a free or reducedfee lunch program at the local schools for weekend meals.

Photos submitted by Bryce Boddie.

“We could not provide healthy, fresh, and wholesome fruits and vegetables to our clients without the amazing support of St. Helena’s,” said Cox. “We thank you for everything you do.”

Participants in this summer’s Vacation Bible School at St. Helena’s visited the Cultivar community garden in Boerne.

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Preserving God’s Abundant Creation: the Sewanee Internship Program | by Kaitlin Reed

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very summer for the past seven years, the Diocese of West Texas has embraced its relationship with The University of the South - Sewanee in Tennessee by welcoming students interested in earth sciences and environmental stewardship. Through the Department of Camps and Conferences, the Sewanee Internship Program brings Sewanee students wanting to learn about and care for God’s creation to West Texas.

The idea for the internship program germinated in 2006, as Gregg Robertson, Sewanee alum and active member in the diocese, realized the potential for this kind of program. At the time, he was serving on both the Board of Trustees at Sewanee and the Camps and Conferences Development Committee, and he saw mutual opportunities for learning and growth. The work the interns do at our camp sites “helps our management of the camps as much as it shapes their learning experience,” Robertson said. “It’s a wonderful basis for a long-term relationship.”

The summer internship program took root in 2009, with one intern at Mustang Island Conference Center. Every year since its inception, the program has grown in new and exciting ways. There are now eight interns at four different sites – Mustang Island, Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Camp Capers, and for the first time this summer, Duncan Park in Colorado. The various internships that are now available give the Sewanee students the opportunity to translate their classroom knowledge to practical skills in real-world environments.

Sewanee interns at Duncan Park, Colorado, Frazier Devaney and Ofelia Del Principe

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Interns this summer from Sewanee: (left to right) Heather Crosby, Ellie Fowler, Tyler Calnan, Chris Riddleberger, Gabrielle Fignar, Mary Claire Craig

At Mustang Island Conference Center, interns Gabby Fignar and Mary Claire Craig work with the families attending Family Camp to keep the beaches and waters clean.

They teach conservation of God’s Gulf Coast creation, while leading fun activities for parents and their children.

Interns Christopher Riddleberger and Heather Crosby are spending their summer working with the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority. They observe and discern ways to preserve and steward Texas’ water resources that benefit both people and the environment, especially in light of the recent devastating floods.

Entering into its third summer as one of the internship sites, Camp Capers provides many opportunities for Tyler Calnan and Ellie Fowler, who make up the Land Management Team. In addition to providing general help with activities around the camp, the students are regulating erosion around the new lodges, are installing a rain catchment system at the barn, and are maintaining the garden.

They teach campers practical and sustainable gardening and composting techniques.

Through meetings with local ecological and environmental entities, the students continue

to learn all about the beautiful Texas Hill Country.

The newest addition to the internship program is Duncan Park, Colorado. Serving there this summer are Ofelia Del Principe and Frazier Devaney, who are working with the Forest Service and the National Park staff to do various projects around the property.

During their time in Colorado, the students will become familiar with the local ecosystem and landscape. “They are helping inventory our flora and fauna so that we know better what we have at the facility and can better manage it,” said Rob Watson, Director of Camps and Conferences.

The Duncan Park interns also serve as general staff at the Duncan Park, helping to cook and clean, as well as to lead hiking and backpacking trips. With the knowledge and insight they obtain through these experiences, the students are developing and teaching fun, educational activities for those in the Colorado Adventure Program.

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Honoring Our Mothers A special offering on Mother’s Day, May 10, honored the special women in our lives and contributed to the work of World Mission.

In past years, the funds have provided such things as medical and dental treatment for marginalized children in Mexico and Guatemala; micro enterprise conferences for women of Uganda; renovations and beds for orphanages in Kenya and Mexico; scholarships for students in secondary and technical schools and universities in Mexico, Honduras, Kenya, and Uganda; and continued work with children’s ministries in Haiti.

Thank you for giving to the Lord.

“Our mothers were strong Christian women who instilled in us a sense of gratitude and service.”

“She was the greatest friend and mentor my wife and I could have had.”

“She understood the power of forgiveness.”

“I learned about Jesus on her knee.”

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Advent, Alice

Our Saviour, Aransas Pass

Anonymous Evelyn Ray Martha Quackenbush Phyl Alexander Patricia Greene Patricia Ann Greene

Robert and Linda McNab Joyce Rogers Little Carolyn McNab Donald Stackhouse Sarah Elizabeth Maxine Holden Anonymous Mary Joy Cowper Anonymous Ruth Anonymous Gwenda Thomas Tanya Mayces Patricia Van Pelt Smith Lena Thompson Van Pelt

St. Christopher’s, Bandera

St. Boniface, Comfort

The Rev. and Mrs. Tom Turner

Darlene and Mandine Turner

Donna Anderson Jolene Murphy Karen Lee Jennifer Lee Bess Lee Brooke Lee Megan Jackson

Mollye Long Michelle Knize Jane and Burt Holdsworth

St. Helena’s, Boerne

Grace, Cuero

Jayne Pritko Mildred W. Hayes Kindall Jones Martha Beal Pauline Jones Mrs. J.B. Muller -Mitzi Hallmark -Gail Simpler Edith Jane “Dolly” Walker Harman Betty Richardson Simpler Anonymous Frances Aimer Key Rounds Mary Grady Keith Loretta Shill Laura Dickerson Lewis

St. Paul’s, Brady

Sue Tripp Valma Douglas Joan Keeling Lollie B. Glasgow

St. Francis by the Lake, Canyon Lake

Betty Morris Alice Gray Sears Akin Mrs. J.B. Barnhill, Jr. Carol Ann Glasby Betty M. McKinley The Rev. David and Julie Chalk Fran Raymond Marie Chalk-Bell Patty Brooke Betty Morris

Reconciliation, Corpus Christi Wiley and Luebirty Williams

Christopher Duderstadt Jeanie Duderstadt Linda Miller Jeannette Duderstadt Sheryl Winslow Susan Wallis

St. James, Del Rio

Elizabeth Miller Martha Blackwell Wilson Flora West Lisa Lujan Marion Abercrombe Margo Rosenow Peggy Rosenow Pat Davis Sarah Roche Nan Fritsch

Redeemer, Eagle Pass

Cornelia Muzquiz Jeanette Frazier Violet Sanford Mariaelena Maria and Sara Lela

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St. Matthew’s, Edinburg

Nan Harrison Barbara Evelyn Ohlinger Harrison Stafford Maurine Stafford Thelma Fisher

Mary Baucum Sophie Philquist Mary Lazar Baucum Monica Urbide Norma Alicia McKnight Clara Schwarski The Rev. Jim and Linda Nelson Edna Hutchinson Eula Nelson Linda Schebel Sandra Sue La Plante Anonymous Carol Day Ruby Daniel

Good Shepherd, George West

St. Peter and St. Paul, Mission

Virginia Horton Olivia Bryan Lucile Horton

Mary Kay Broughton Millicent Volz Van Deventer Heather Broughton Marks

St. Stephen’s, Goliad

Trinity, Pharr

Ellen Stone Elizabeth McCown Lana Justine Stone Lyda Neal

Trinity, Edna

Mary Elizabeth Scott Mathilde Vaughan Eva Vaughan Lois Gould Hazel McDonald Gould Shirley Smith Garland David

St. Alban’s, Harlingen

Cliff and Mary Kay Moriarty Bernice Moriarty Jackey Jensen Judy Kern Kiester -Sandie Young Genevieve Cary

Trudie Abbott Jacquelyn Jones Estelle Flores Rosie Uresti

All Saints, Pleasanton

Donna Rayes Minnie Ida Shelton Marnie Garcia

St. Andrew’s, Port Isabel

L. Hill Betty Trosper Deborah Parkin Carol T. Chapman

Grace, Port Lavaca

St. Matthew’s, Kenedy

Jeanne Shepherd Virginia Shepherd Anna Mary Hall Pat Hemby Doris Crowell Shirley Oleson Paula Helton Barbara Wood Dianne Maitland Peggy Henry

Russell Cain Fay Bauer Sterling Alice and Bennie Mae Wasserman Virginia Cain Cherre Cain Lorna Walker Debbie Walker Beth Tuttle Carolyn Kuban

St. Peter’s, Kerrville

Epiphany, Raymondville

Dee Elliott

Margaret and Pansy

Christ Church, Laredo

Lisa Paul -- The Rev. Paul Frey Barbara Frey Steven Gutierrez Rosario Gutierrez Hilda Lopez Nikaury Antongiorgi Carmen Antongiorgi Ortiz Mary Aguilar Roseann Glassford Suzanne Carlton Anne Moore Mary Aguilar Melchora Aguilar Nikaury Antongiorgi

Emmanuel, Lockhart

Susan Paige Hanks -- Amy Davidson Debbie Davidson Lynne Lewis Jocely Lewis Laurin Mezarayes Jan Blomerth

St. John’s, McAllen

John Kriedler Sue Kriedler Marilyn Sherman Anonymous Tracy Gerdes Lynn Davis Banks Jean Ernstrom Smity Lucille Ayres Dora Gallardo Rosa Chapa Mary Graves Mary Todd Margaret Graves

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Olda Canales Rosa Brewster Maria Guzman

Ascension, Refugio

Robin Canchola Lenore Baker Turrill

St. Peter’s, Rockport

Cynthia Vaughan Lenda Hairston Vaughan Adeline Cuesta Adeline Salas Mr. Whitlock Ruth Whitlock Ann Whitlock Audre Debler Peggy Debler Ruth Burg Selma Friedmann Carol Frappier Anne and Joyce Kimberly Clark Irma Jones Sally Clark Magda Augustine Rosa Jansen

Christ Church, San Antonio

Kathy Timberlake Patricia Allday Alice Jean Timberlake Betsy Knowles Sarah Halbach Lois Shockley Marion Smith Steven Pavelka Lauren Pavelka Anne Ivy Buffy Smolens Linda McWeen Grace McNamara Lewis Charles Huey Jayne Huey Mark and Nancy Wright Pat Wright Fern Saunders

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Carmen Lewenthal Gloria Cortez Buffy Smolens Dorothy Shelton Anonymous Audrey Evelyn Combs Gill Pat McAlpin Gracie Cocke Peyton Fred Marie Peyton

St. Mark’s, San Antonio

Reconciliation, San Antonio

Kathleen and Richard Foster Joann Foster Gladys Lee Joan and Fred Mothers Ruth and Jane

St. Andrew’s, San Antonio

Gerald Sharp Patti Sue Sharp Hyacinth Bridges Evelyn and Emma Anonymous Margarethe Heidenreich Barbara Shupp Gussie and Enoch Fannie Blocker Rose Savior Anonymous Mabel S. Haskney Joe and Pamela Ramon Judith Calhoun Margarita Ramon Marie Anderson Lillian E. Anderson Richard Buckalew Muriel B. Buckalew

St. David’s, San Antonio

Stephen and Victoria Goebel -- Lindsay Irvin All the beautiful women who work in my office Bob Hodnett Liz Folts Hodnett Pam Hawley Kathy Morrow Laura Woodall Margie Kellner Marie Woodall Bonnie Babbitt Janie Lucio Erica James Joan Forrest Linda Forrest Bettie Schrade Nora Riley Grona Charlotte Phillips Mary Warner Phillips Nelda Cade Lori Spaulding George Brown, Sr. -- Patsy McGaughy Gladys Thompson

St. George, San Antonio

Martha Bastian Callia Malone Alex Vasquez Celia Vasquez Elena Munoz Paige W. Milan Jane Welter Anonymous Frances Finkbeiner Renny and Dale Worsham Maurine Worsham Elizabeth Samuel Larue Acosta Eva K. Baldock

St. Margaret’s, San Antonio

Laura McWhirter Virginia McWhirter The Rev. Julie Wizovek Virginia Craw Rosalie Jean Anne Paul Irma Jean Paul John Bennett Polly Bradley Ginny and Charles Gibson All Mothers Judith Chestnutt Mary Gallagher Leigh Garcia Polly Bradley Margaret Ware Helen Gregory Elizabeth Ware Mike Vorndan Crystal and Dana Donna Vorndan

Lee and Judith Rux Florence Nunn Marie Rux Mollie and Bartell Zachry Mary Folbre Steves Pinnell Marjorie Powell Zachry Jill Vassar The Rt. Rev. Dena Harrison Dr. Caroline DeWitt Anonymous Joy Voight Carrie Dorn Diel -Lucy Wilson -- Amanda Burrus Talaat Dorcis Ann Burrus Anonymous Juana Rodriguez Anonymous Constance Davidson Tookie Spoor Etna Stolz Parrish Jim Bliek -Patrice Oliver -- Anonymous Thelma LaPrezie

St. Philip’s, San Antonio

Yvonne Smith -Elisha Nelson, Jr. Lucille Nelson Ruth Ann Nelson La Vada Thornton Dr. Ronald Southall -Evelyn Holmes Marie Evans Holmes Raymond and Evelyn Holmes Pecola Jones Holt Anonymous Shirley Davis The Rev. Patricia Riggins -Anonymous Janet Haskins Elizabeth Applin Clara Etta Williams

St. Stephen’s, San Antonio

Mae Kelly Eva Mae Baker Jennifer Kelly Lynne Barrows Nell Westerhoff Joyce Barrows Anonymous Irma Beaty Hitchings Bob Murff Louise Fromme

St. Thomas, San Antonio

Ronald Lorton Grace Lorton Anonymous Susan Carroll Linda Kenyon Sharon Mathers Edna Earle Shirley Charles and Jocelyn Harris Mary E. Harris Bertha Martins Carol Ann Britt Thelma Dowling Eloise Hooper Anonymous Esterina Rose Mellozzo Moles Libby Poston Martha Winegar Anonymous Myrtle Brooks Barbara Niemann -- William Hunt Family Barbara and Melinda Steve Denney Helen Denney Missy Denney Judy Thompson Dee McLaughlin Dorothy Thompson Robert Thomas Dorothy Aiken Kristine Thomas Maria Weaver Flavia Figueroa Ann English Roberta Cecil English Christie Randt Bartowski Marion Rhodes Bingham Dorothy Bingham Lessie Dickinson Andrea Conn Joy Barronette Jaqui and Alfredo Anibas Juanita Sloan Anonymous Eloise Benevides

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St. Thomas, San Antonio, continued Anonymous Cleo Nancy Harwi Geri Adams Rosalind Love-Murray Carmen Love Patricia Murray Martha Gaston -- Anonymous Emily Belden Irene Miner Parker Deborah Murphy Pauline Virginia Lukefahr Helen Nemir Karin Hinkle Frances LeBlanc Kathleen and Donald Wilkinson Isabel Peach Phyllis Wilkinson Esther Rickey Anna Seib

Annie Charbula -- Patricia Tally Kathleen Miller Stanger Susan Hall Priscilla Price Hall Robert Briggs Mary Wright Briggs Sherry Christiansen Loretta Johnson Barbara Bauer Briggs Jimmy and Kathy Michalik Ellen Gallagher Aurelia Michalik Paula Robinson Eva Ruth Hancock Bernice Reeves Bernice Brysch Carol Ann and Ricky Lenz Lea Lenz Gladys Von Minden Bridget Boone Marcelene Harrison Jean Walker

All Saints, San Benito

Robert L. Duncan

Marjorie Duncan Dart

St. Stephen’s, Wimberley

Jane Dziezyk

St. Andrew’s, Seguin

Henry Moore Edwina Gertrude Smoak -- Margaret Taylor Jaquelin Beth and Tony Price Augrey Eleanor Price Ruth Gibson Clark Janice and A.L. Pruitt Rena Bell Pruitt Ruth Golson Syd and Dorothy Bauer Ann Bauer Susan Bauer Julie Khnzami

St. Matthew’s, Universal City

Michael and Carrie Mika All Mothers Arlene Stalvey Jean and Helen Barbara Duffield Rosalie Keith Coburn Kathy Ercoline Chuck Swanberg Lillian Jean Kelly Dee Barlett Dianne Grosso Ella Clayton John and Wilma Heberling Elizabeth and Louise John Sampson Catherine Ellen Sampson Elizabeth Sampson David Muntz Dorothy Gerlach Muntz Leslie Campbell Lambert Anonymous Anne Munger Anonymous Juandali Scott Anonymous Carolyn Anderson Anonymous Norma Brown Suzi Hopkins Eunice “Peggy” Squire Victor Boyce Iris Boyce Anonymous Norma Douglas

St. Philip’s, Uvalde

William and Nancy Barton Kathleen Barton Jean Cargil Joe Parker, Jr. Mary Anne Chittim Parker

St. Francis, Victoria

Anonymous Billie Sitterle Olive Crain Bitty Crain

Trinity, Victoria

Randy Preston -Carolyn Piana -- Dorothy Welton --

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Resurrection, Windcrest

Ray and Keena Cole Emily Cole Geraldine Cox Robert and Ferol Senter Gertrude Senter Lois Fisher Marjorie Parcells Veda Parcells Catherine Morris Shirley Bryan Beatrice Longford Richard Wallace Vivian Rita Smith-Wallace Kristine Howland Harriet Nelson Cynthia and James Garrett -- Peter and Elisabeth Englefield Margery Forbes Nellie Englefield Veronica Joyner Genevieve O’Henry Betty Ward Elizabeth Tangrey Renee Taylor Gwen Sampson Thelma Gauthreaux Bertha Sampson Ann Montes Anonymous Martha J. Whitney Ida Suth Kathryn Cross Hinchey Anonymous Catherine Rote Margaret Smith Anonymous Mae Ella McCollaugh Coleman Suzanne Marie Burke Anonymous Theresa Corzan

And a big thank you to all other churches who also participated in the offering: St. Paul’s, Brownsville; All Saints, Corpus Christi; St. Bartholomew’s, Corpus Christi; Grace Church, Llano; and St. Mark’s, San Marcos.

This list represents the contributions received by the Department of World Mission. If others are received, they will be printed in the September/October issue of The Church News.

Trinity, Junction, Celebrates 125 Years submitted by Gail Woodward

Trinity Episcopal Church in Junction celebrated its 125th anniversary on June 7.

Both the Rev. Dr. Kitty Lehman, priest-incharge, and the Rt. Rev. David Reed, bishop coadjutor, led the Eucharist that morning.

“It’s always encouraging to be with people who are celebrating being the church and have found a way to be the church for a long time,” said Reed. “Trinity’s 125th is a sign of hope for all of us and a reminder that we are called to be bold for the sake of the Gospel.”

The earliest report found on the gathering of Trinity Episcopal Church was from 1875, when there were 10 parishioners and the annual offering amounted to $5. And from that tiny beginning, the Gospel took root and the church has flourished for 125 years and counting.

An Easter-size crowd filled the sanctuary for the celebratory service. Four generations were present, and people came from all over the community and the diocese. Several clergy who served at Trinity in the past attended: the Rev. Jim Sproat, the Rev. Phil and Helen Taylor, and Bunny Bond, whose late husband the Rev. “Red” Bond served Trinity, as well.

“There’s not many happier sounds in the church than folding chairs being set up, and the good people of Trinity had to bring in a bunch,” said Reed.

“It was really heartening to see so many people gather to celebrate the history of this congregation.

People were excited to see each other and Trinity Episcopal Church, Junction, celebrated its 125th anniversary on June 7. to welcome those who had traveled to be there. I belonging to church members representing was lifted up by the joyful celebration,” church history and ministries were also said the Rev. Joann Saylors, diocesan exhibited, including the prayer shawl canon for deployment and congregational ministry, missions in Honduras, and Kairos development. prison ministry.

A reception was held that Sunday afternoon in the parish hall with approximately 120 guests attending. A number of relatives of the founders of the church were in attendance including the Mudge, Holekamp, and Bolt families. Also, the Junction community churches were very well represented.

Pictures of church activities from the past 25 years were displayed, and memorabilia

Under the guidance of Lehman, the church has engaged in some wonderful, hope-filled ministry. “I believe Trinity is in a very healthy place, ready to move forward into the next phase of the life and ministries God has in mind for them,” said Reed.

In his sermon, Reed told the parishioners of Trinity and visitors, “One of the important things a church can do at a significant time like this is not only remember and give thanks for those who came before us, but to consider the ways the Spirit moved powerfully in their lives, through good times and bad, so that we become beneficiaries of their faithful work. Not just beneficiaries, but stewards called to press on, to build upon what we have received.”

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Celebrating a Saint: Artemisia Bowden The ministry of Dr. Bowden stretches back to 1902 when Bishop Steptoe Johnston brought her from North Carolina to take over the fledgling St. Philip’s School in San Antonio.

The school had its roots in a sewing class for Black girls begun in 1897 that had been held in the rectory of St. Philip’s Church.

Bowden oversaw the continual expansion of the school, seeking to develop and send forth, “true, God-fearing women, who are not ashamed of the truth and whose characters are spotless.”

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istory is written for Artemisia Bowden 45 years after her departure. After action by both the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies at the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church, Bowden will now be listed among other saints of The Episcopal Church in “Holy Women, Holy Men: Celebrating the Saints.” Bowden is the first saint from the Diocese of West Texas to earn this distinction.

The General Convention, which was held in Salt Lake City, Utah, June 25-July 3, authorized Bowden’s addition among others to the Church Calendar with new and revised collects for commemorations. Bowden’s feast day is August 18.

Bowden is now a “Holy Woman,” thanks in large part to Susan Ann Johnson, diocesan Historical Commission, who initiated the original resolution at Diocesan Council back in February 2012.

By 1927, Bowden had succeeded in guiding the school to junior college status, and in 1942 St. Philip’s Junior College joined with San Antonio Junior College to constitute the San Antonio Union Junior College District, later renamed the Alamo Community College District.

A Saint’s Day Celebration The Dr. Artemisia Bowden diocesan chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians invites all to a historical event of celebration, a Memorial Thanksgiving Service for Artemisia Bowden on her designated feast day, Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at Christ Church, San Antonio. The UBE chapter founding membership plaques will be unveiled at this service. This is an opportunity to reach out to the community by bringing hope to many and thanking God for Bowden’s devotion as an Episcopalian, educator, and a civic leader.

The Rt. Rev. Jim Folts will serve as the celebrant for this memorial service. All clergy are invited to vest (alb and white stole).

Submitted by the Rev. Tony Regist.

Bowden devoted her entire life to serving God and assisting the Almighty in raising up worthy Christians. She anticipated success, never failure. “A person who has courage must be full of faith,” she said. “A goal is set for the purpose of achieving it.”

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Lillibridges Honored as Heroes of Camping Ministry

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uring the afternoon session of the House of Bishops at the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church on June 28, both Bishop and Catherine Lillibridge received the 2015 Heroes of Camping Ministry award from the Episcopal Camps and Conferences Center (ECCC).

are honored to be recognized in this way by the ECCC. “Camping is about our young people - it is critical in their lives, so it is critical in our lives. Our camping ministry is thriving because we have many people that share our passion for these programs,” said Lillibridge.

The ECCC is an organization that helps all camps, summer programs, retreat centers, and conference centers in the Episcopal Church of the United States. The Heroes of Camping Ministry award is given to those passionate about camping ministry. During the presentation, all gathered were reminded that while General Convention was taking place, thousands of young people were gathered across the country at camping programs in full swing this summer.

Lillibridge said that the Diocese of West Texas has over 1,200 young people at the various summer sessions at Camp Capers, Mustang Island Conference Center, and Duncan Park in Colorado this summer. “Forty percent of the youth that attend Camp Capers are not members of The Episcopal Church. We love that because we see it as evangelism,” he said. Lillibridge closed by saying, “It sure would be nice to be at camp this afternoon.”

This year, Bishop and Catherine Lillibridge were honored because of their passion and leadership within the camping ministry of the Diocese of West Texas, and for creating and sustaining camping ministries in our diocese while serving at the various centers.

Bishop Lillibridge with Peter Bergstrom, retiring Executive Director of the Episcopal Camps and Conferences Center.

Other Heroes of Camping Ministry award recipients include Peter Bergstrom, the retiring Executive Director of ECCC (2015), the Most Rev. Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori and Dr. Richard Schori (2012), and the Rt. Rev. M. Thomas Shaw, Society of St. John the Evangelist, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts (2009).

In his remarks, Lillibridge gave his thanks and said it’s always a privilege to promote camps and conferences, and that he and Catherine

Presiding Bishop-Elect Michael B. Curry

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he Rt. Rev. Michael Bruce Curry was elected and confirmed the 27th Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church during the 78th General Convention on Saturday, June 27.

The House of Bishops elected Curry, presently Bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina, from a slate of four candidates on the first ballot.

Curry received 121 votes of a total 174 cast.

Diocese of Southwest Florida Bishop Dabney Smith received 21, Diocese of Southern Ohio Bishop Thomas Breidenthal, 19, and Diocese of Connecticut Bishop Ian Douglas, 13. The number of votes needed for election was 89.

The House of Deputies then confirmed the election by a vote of 800 to 12.

Curry entered the House of Deputies, after his election, to joyous applause by the many gathered to welcome him as the new Presiding

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Bishop-Elect. In his remarks, Curry said, “Oh, God love you. It really is a blessing to serve our church and our Lord in this way. I treasure this church, both the House of Deputies and the House of Bishops, and all of us.”

Both diocesan bishops Lillibridge and Reed were enthusiastic and positive in regards to the election of Curry. “Today was a very joyful day. I am excited about Curry’s episcopacy in leading this church, and I have high hopes he can serve as the chief evangelist of our church,” said Lillibridge.

Current Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will continue to serve in her role, until a special liturgy is celebrated on All Saints Day, November 1, marking the beginning of Curry’s ministry as Presiding Bishop at Washington National Cathedral.

Abiding by Leave No Trace policies and leading by example, the Duncan Park interns demonstrate how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly, ensuring the health of our vibrant, natural world.

The wonderful work that has begun at Duncan Park, and continues to be done at the other camp sites, is evidence of the fruitful and reciprocal relationship between Sewanee and the Diocese of West Texas. The program speaks to the desire for continued education and appreciation of everything our vast diocesan landscape offers. “We take very seriously our role as stewards of all that God has given us,” said Watson, “and we intend to protect and preserve as much of it as possible for generations to come.”

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Angels in Flight Window

Book of Remembrance Honorees

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he Books of Remembrance and Thanksgiving are ways to honor and remember those who have died or to give thanks for special persons or special events in our lives. The donations made are used to help fund scholarships for seminarians in the Diocese of West Texas. Learn more at www.dwtx.org/departments/committees/ remembrance

n his last year of ministry at Annunciation, Luling, the Rev. Russel Matthews suggested a columbarium be installed in the bell tower. Now in the completed columbarium, the Matthews family has given a window in the room where the ashes are held. The window faces the main street in the town, which leads to the hospital.

All emergency vehicles pass the church on the way to and from the hospital, and it is customary of the people in the church to pray as the sirens pass.

“Angel in Flight” window designed by Cavallini Glass Co. in San Antonio for Annunciation, Luling

Honorees, through June 2015 • Sue Brown, St. Helena’s, Boerne • Robert & Ruth Chapman, Friend of the Diocese • Ann B. Davis, Friend of the Diocese • Joanne Fields, St. Peter’s, Kerrville • Barbara Frey, Christ Church, San Antonio • Jerry Fulenwider, St. George, San Antonio • Pat High, St. Francis, Victoria • Philip D. Miller, Christ Church, San Antonio • Rev. Rollin Polk Jr., Christ Church, San Antonio • Suzanne Hampton Spillman, St. Peter’s, Kerrville • Cecil Tilghman, Church of the Resurrection, Windcrest • Ann Moulton Albritton, St. Peter’s, Kerrville • Jacqueline Allbright, St. Francis, Victoria

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Lee Allbright, St. Francis, Victoria Grace Margaret Anderson, Trinity, Victoria Rev. Robert R. Baines Jr., Friend of the Diocese Rev. John McRae Beebe, St. Thomas, San Antonio Rev. Tom Bradfield, St. Boniface, Comfort Laura Bradfield, St. Boniface, Comfort Dr. Hatch W. Cummings, Grace, Llano Alice M. Cummins, Christ Church, San Antonio Beryl Cunningham, St. David’s, San Antonio Joan Dell Dolce, St. Peter’s, Kerrville Betty Geeson, St. Francis, San Antonio C. Eugene Jennings, Friend of the Diocese Dorothy Diane Moller Lambert, St. Peter’s, Kerrville Louise Adelaide Pooley Leinweber, St. Peter’s Rt. Rev. Gerald N. McAllister, Friend of the Diocese Grace Ballard McCray, St. Peter’s, Kerrville Lucille Meckel, St. Helena’s, Boerne Betty Jean Saylors, Friend of the Diocese Margorie Ann Sewalt, Tinity, Victoria Trilby Otclia Mosty Speakman, St. Peter’s, Kerrville Barbara Stone, St. David’s, San Antonio Rev. Roland Timberlake, Friend of the Diocese William G. Wheeler, Trinity, San Antonio Rev. Bill White, Epiphany, Kingsville

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The Matthews family took this into consideration when choosing a design for the window. The angel is a symbol of protection and prayer. The family wished to offer comfort to those not only suffering the loss of loved ones, but also for those in the larger community passing by on the way to visit a loved one in the hospital.

The family chose Cavallini Glass Co. in San Antonio to do this window after seeing the windows they had created for other churches and because their work is still done by hand and designed by individuals. The “Angel in Flight” window is a gift from the Matthews family in honor of the years they have been part of Annunciation in their retirement. It is a work of sacred art and a new presence in the community projecting the love for neighbor which has been the outreach of this small church for over a century now.

Marjorie George (second from right) receives the Distinguished Woman award for the Diocese of West Texas during the Episcopal Church Women’s luncheon at General Convention. Also pictured: Bishop Reed, Jane Ahuero, and Bishop Lillibridge

Diocesan deputies follow the daily Eucharist services on General Convention-issued iPads. For the first time, the Convention went “paperless.”

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Lyda Neal (middle) walks the Diocese of West Texas’ contribution to the United Thank Offering to the altar during the UTO Ingathering Eucharist service on June 28 at General Convention.

Nancy Schweers, parishioner at St. David’s, San Antonio, and alternate deputy to the Episcopal Church Women’s Triennial meeting helps at the national Recovery Ministries booth.

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New Entrance Cross at Camp Capers Dedicated in June Submitted by Sarah Kates.

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hat a special day it was at Camp Capers Friday morning, June 12.

Campers at Senior High Camp A, along with Bishop Lillibridge and friends, gathered on the hill near the entrance gate to dedicate the new cross given by beloved Sara Goebel, present employee of Camp Capers since 2012.

Sara loves to work and serve the campers, staff, and visitors of Camp Capers. One of Sara’s many important summer jobs is organizing the mail and care packages each day. She was deemed the “mail fairy” during one of the sessions last summer. This title fits Sara perfectly because fairies leave fairy dust on whatever they touch and wherever they go. Sara’s joy and exuberance touches the hearts of everyone she meets and serves. Just like the Holy Spirit, Sara’s spirit is contagious and unforgettable.

Following a homily by Bishop Lillibridge in the chapel on Friday morning, the campers formed a long line and walked silently to the new and remarkable cross that now greets all who enter the camp’s gate. They gathered in a circle as the bishop blessed and dedicated the cross. “Sara was smiling and radiant - and a little teary eyed - as we dedicated the cross she so lovingly gave,” said Lillibridge. “And all the students clapped and cheered and celebrated her generosity.”

Summary of apportionments through June 30, 2015.

Camp Capers is blessed beyond measure to have Sara as a part of the staff. She gave out of the goodness of her heart a symbol that will always remind us and those to come that we are all indeed very good and worthy of the love of our heavenly Father. After the blessing, those gathered sang and danced to “It’s a Happy, Happy Day.” In that moment, I was deeply humbled as I sensed the kingdom of God on earth.

Bishop Lillibridge and Sara Goebel stand in front of the large cross at the entrance to Camp Capers during the dedication ceremony.

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Happening #131 Happening #131 will be held Friday-Sunday, August 7-9, at St. Mark’s, San Antonio.

Happening is a spiritual retreat weekend for young people in grades 10-12. To learn more about Happening or to register, visit www.dwtx.org/happening.

Memorial Thanksgiving Service for Dr. Artemisia Bowden The Dr. Artemisia Bowden diocesan chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians invites all to a historical event of celebration, a Memorial Thanksgiving Service for Artemisia Bowden on her designated feast day, Tuesday, August 18, at 5:30 p.m. at Christ Church, San Antonio.

The Rt. Rev. Jim Folts is the celebrant for this memorial service. All clergy are invited to vest (alb and white stole). The UBE chapter founding membership plaques will be unveiled at this service. At the 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church, held this summer, Bowden was confirmed a saint and approved for placement on the church calendar. Read more about this on page 12. For information call the church office at 210-736-3132.

September

Mother-Daughter Retreat Come to Camp Capers for the annual MotherDaughter Retreat, to be held Friday-Sunday, September 11-13. The retreat will be led by the Rev. Lisa Mason and Sarah Kates. Girls ages six to 18 are invited to bring their mother, or a mother-like figure in their lives, for a weekend of fun and rest and girl bonding time. Cost is $130 for adults and $90 for children. Register online at www.dwtx.org/events or contact the Camps and Conferences Department for more information, 888/210-824-5387.

Abundant Living Conference Join fellow seniors, family members, and caregivers for three days at the first Abundant Living Conference at the beautiful Mustang Island Conference Center Monday-Wednesday, September 21-23. The theme is “Live More, Age Less.” Keynote speaker is the Rev. Helen Appelberg, who started the Abundant Living Conference 12 years ago in the Diocese of Texas. We will have activities including fly fishing, art workshops, meditation, bird watching, time for prayer, yoga, and singing.

Helen started Community of Hope, and since retiring from parish ministry, is a Senior Fellow at the Sealy Center on Aging and is the Director of the Center for Spirituality. Check-in begins Monday at 4:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:00; and the conference will conclude by 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Register online at www.dwtx.org/ events. For more information contact MICC at 361-749-1800.

October

Cursillo #269 Cursillo #269 will be held at Mustang Island Conference Center, Thursday-Sunday, October 1-4. The rector for the weekend is Heather Marks, and the spiritual director is the Rev. John Fritts. Learn more about a Cursillo weekend experience at www.dwtx.org/cursillo.

Bishop’s Golf Classic Save the date for the annual Bishop’s Golf Classic, benefiting the Camps Scholarship Fund, to be held Friday, October 30, at the Canyon Springs Golf Course in San Antonio.

Each year the proceeds grow, with $40,000 raised in 2014 to help send children, youth, adults, and families to the diocesan camping programs. The individual entry fee is $150, with sponsorship opportunities, as well as donation opportunities. Online registration will be available on August 1 at www.dwtx.org/events.

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