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New Options for Vaccinated Individuals, Effective as Determined by Church Leadership

Phase 2(c): Lifting Restrictions on Congregational Life, Effective April 22, 2021

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of West Texas, writes to the Diocese with a call to serve individuals and families seeking asylum.

Written as Part of the Episcopal Migration Ministries Lenten Devotions

The Rt. Rev. David Reed writes to the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas, confirming that diocesan pandemic guidelines will remain in place.

The Rt. Rev. David Reed addresses the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas during Council 2021.

"Nevertheless the Kingdom has come near to you."

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of West Texas, offers a letter to the Diocese, accompanied by a message from the Most Rev. Michael Curry.

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of West Texas, offers a Christmas letter to the Diocese.

To All God's Beloved Children in Christ Jesus, from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of West Texas, offers an Advent letter to the Diocese.

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of West Texas, offers a reflection on Christian stewardship and how to think through individual giving during this COVID-19 season.

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed amends diocesan guidelines for the phased return to congregational life, introducing protocols for sharing food and fellowship in-person as well as clarifying the 14-day self-quarantine requirement for employees or volunteers who have been in close contact with a person who tests positive for COVID-19.

Camps & Conferences, World Missions, and Vital University Missions

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed, Bishop of the Diocese of West Texas, offers an update and word of encouragement as we look into the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond in the diocese.

Phase 2(b): A Modified Return to Congregational Life

The Next Right Step: Canceling Modified Summer Camp at Camp Capers

Recommitting to reducing risk is grounded in our call and commitment to love one another as Christ loves us.

The Rt. Rev. David M. Reed amends diocesan guidelines for the phased reopening of churches, permitting meetings of Vestry/Bishop's Committees, AA, 12-step groups, and other support groups related to social services.

Mourning George Floyd, Addressing the Peaceful Protests, and Opposing Racial Violence

Executive Board and Diocesan Bishop Authorize Apportionment Cancellation Requests for Churches During Summer Months

Guidelines for Episcopal School Summer Programs, between May 31 and August 31, 2020, require that School Heads and Rectors work together to draft and implement customized plans that honor the intent of the Guidelines for Phased Church Reopening

The Rt. Rev. David Reed offers a reflection, as well as clarifications and emphases as congregations plan to begin in-person worship following Guidelines for a Phased Reopening in effect after May 24th

"I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord.'" (Psalm 122:1)

The Rt. Rev. David Reed extends the suspension of in-person worship and meetings through Friday, May 15th. "Together we are proactively slowing the spread, protecting the most vulnerable among us, and 'flattening the curve.'"

Tangible Resurrection: Keeping Holy Week in a Time of Distance" – Easter Sunday A Holy Week video mini-series from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

An Easter Letter to the Diocese from the Rt. Rev. David Reed

"Tangible Resurrection: Keeping Holy Week in a Time of Distance" – Good Friday A Holy Week video mini-series from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

"Tangible Resurrection: Keeping Holy Week in a Time of Distance" – Maundy Thursday A Holy Week video mini-series from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

Tangible Resurrection: Keeping Holy Week in a Time of Distance" – Palm Sunday A Holy Week video mini-series from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

Tangible Resurrection: Keeping Holy Week in a Time of Distance" A Holy Week video mini-series from the Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop of West Texas

The Next Right Step: An Update and Continuing Responses to COVID-19 from the Rt. Rev. David Reed

The Next Right Step: Two Week Suspension of Public Worship and Meetings "Those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High, abide under the shadow of the Almighty. They shall say to the Lord, “You are my refuge and my stronghold, my God in whom I put my trust.” (Psalm 91:1-2)

Christmastide 2019: Because it is Christmas, may we be peace-makers, joy-bringers, light-bearers.

We are an Advent people — living in between what has been and what shall be.