News

Check out the 2026 Epiphany Newsletter for the Episcopal Diocese of Northwest Texas

Annual St. Paul's Lenten Lunch Series

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...

Christmas 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...

Episcopal 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...

Reflections 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 ...

Fr. 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...

Brother 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 ...

2025 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...

Epiphany 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...

Epiphany 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...

Annual 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...

St. Mary's Annual Meeting

St. Mary's Annual meeting will take place on January 11, 2026 following the Sunday morning service. 

The 2025 Advent/Christ Diocesan Newsletter is Now Available

Bishop's Visitation at St. Barnabas' in Odessa

Bishop Scott Mayer visited St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church in Odessa on September 14.  Enjoy the pictures below:      

Bishop'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!

Abilene 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...

St. 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,...