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September 25, 2024

The Diocesan Nominating Committee Seeks Clergy and Lay Nominees for 2025 Election

Elected Offices to be Filled at the 121st Diocese of West Texas Council | Nominations open October 1 - November 1, 2024

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September 13, 2024

Announcing Slate of Nominees for the  Bishop Suffragan of the Diocese of West Texas

It is with joy and hope that we share the slate of nominees

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June 24, 2024

Discerning Together: What is a Bishop Suffragan?

Join the Rt. Rev. Dr. David G. Read, D.D., Bishop of West Texas to Learn About the Role of a Bishop Suffragan

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May 9, 2024

Diocesan Profile and Nomination Process for Bishop Suffragan Election

Nominating Committee releases Diocesan Profile

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May 6, 2024

The Nominating Committee Shares Timeline for the Bishop Suffragan Election

Join the Nominating Committee in Prayer

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April 23, 2024

Bishop Suffragan Election: Update from the Nominating Committee

Bishop Suffragan Nominating Committee Outlines Next Steps for Bishop Suffragan Election

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April 10, 2024

Bishop Suffragan Election: Update from the Standing Committee

The Standing Committee sets the foundation for the process to answer Bishop Read’s call for a Bishop Suffragan.

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March 6, 2024

Celebrating 150 Years, Bishop Read Encourages a Return to Roots by Embracing Missional Spirit

120th Council of the Diocese of West Texas

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March 4, 2024

Douglass Scholarship Applications Open for 2024-2025

Providing educational scholarships for qualified seminarians, graduate students, and post-graduate students.

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February 24, 2024

Completion of Election - Council 2024

Individuals elected to serve by the 120th Council of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.

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February 4, 2024

Join us for Camp Sunday on February 4

Choose your next adventure at Camp Capers, Duncan Park, or Mustang Island Family Camp

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January 10, 2024

Good Samaritan Community Services Designated as Council in Action Recipient

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November 13, 2023

Announcing Meg Grant as New Director of Marketing and Communications

Announcing Meg Grant as New Director of Marketing and Communications

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September 15, 2023

Diocese of West Texas Seeks Director of Marketing and Communications

To Plan, Create, Manage, and Direct all Diocesan Communications

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September 7, 2023

Regarding Transitions: Staffing Changes in Communications Office

Director for Communications Announces Her Departure

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August 22, 2023

Diocesan Immigration & Refugee Ministries Announce Three Open Positions

Supporting the Plaza de Paz Respite Center in San Antonio

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August 16, 2023

"Learn to do something, and do it well" - Diocese of West Texas Receives Painting Honoring Dr. Artemisia Bowden

Donated by artist, Terry Gay Puckett

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August 7, 2023

Diocese of West Texas Finance Office Seeks Accounting Intern

A part-time, in-person position to support the Director of Finance.

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July 11, 2023

The Rt. Rev. Dr. David G. Read Ordained and Consecrated Bishop Coadjutor of West Texas

July 8, 2023 in All Saints Chapel at TMI Episcopal, San Antonio

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March 8, 2023

Douglass Scholarship Applications Open for 2023-2024

Providing educational scholarships for qualified seminarians, graduate students, and post-graduate students.

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March 6, 2023

Announcing New Additions to the Camps and Conferences Staff

Welcoming Tammie Shelton and Sarah Carlson

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February 18, 2023

The Rev. Dr. David G. Read Elected Bishop Coadjutor of West Texas

By the clergy and lay delegates of Council 2023

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February 17, 2023

Completion of Election - Council 2023

Individuals elected to serve by the 119th Council of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.

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January 31, 2023

Discernment Forum Recordings Available Online

Featuring the three nominees for Bishop Coadjutor of West Texas

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January 24, 2023

Diocese Invited to Attend Bishop Nominee Discernment Forums

In-Person and Online

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January 11, 2023

Discerning Together: Invitation to Submit Questions for Bishop Coadjutor Nominees

A Letter from the Standing Committee

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December 18, 2022

Discerning Together: Announcing Slate of Nominees for Bishop Coadjutor

A Letter from the Standing Committee

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December 14, 2022

Announcing New Director of Finance and Celebrating Senior Accounting Manager Promotion

Welcoming Anna Tarver to the Diocesan Staff

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November 17, 2022

Congratulations to 17th Annual Bishop's Golf Classics Winning Teams and Golfers

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October 24, 2022

Discerning Together: Outlining the Next Steps and Announcing Consecration Date

A Letter from the Standing Committee

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September 29, 2022

Clergy and Lay Nominees Needed for Elected Diocesan Offices

From the Diocesan Nominating Committee Co-Chairs

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September 26, 2022

Discerning Together: Bishop Nominations Open September 26 Through October 10

A Letter from the Standing Committee

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September 19, 2022

Discerning Together: Diocesan Profile and Nomination Process for Bishop Election

An Overview from the Standing Committee

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August 18, 2022

Honoring a Saint: Dr. Artemisia Bowden, Educator

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August 17, 2022

Announcing New Additions to the College Missions Team

Welcome Walt Buzzini and Tami Woods!

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August 12, 2022

Discerning Together: The Process for Electing Next Diocesan Bishop

An Overview from the Standing Committee

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August 1, 2022

Susan B. Hardaway, CFO, Announces Retirement Date

Susan B. Hardaway, CFO of the Diocese of West Texas for 31 years, announced her intention to retire on December 31.

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July 11, 2022

Updates from the 80th General Convention in Baltimore

Join us each evening for video updates from The West Texas Deputation

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July 11, 2022

Regarding Transitions: Standing Committee Empowers Executive Board to Create Diocesan Survey and Profile

Please take a moment to complete the Diocesan Profile Survey.

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July 5, 2022

The Deputation from the Diocese of West Texas is set to travel to Baltimore

The 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church in Baltimore, Maryland.

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May 18, 2022

Regarding Transitions: Standing Committee Passes Resolution for the Election of a Bishop Coadjutor

During May 16, 2022 meeting

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April 25, 2022

New Lodges at Mustang Island Conference Center Near Completion

Available for Family Camp 2022 Participants

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March 21, 2022

Douglass Scholarship Applications Open for 2022-2023

Providing educational scholarships for qualified seminarians, graduate students, and post-graduate students.

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March 8, 2022

Announcing the Plaza de Paz Respite Center's Relaunch in San Antonio: March 15

Immediate Need for Volunteers and Support

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February 26, 2022

Completion of Election - Council 2022

Individuals elected to serve by the 118th Council of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.

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February 9, 2022

Announcing New Communications Director and Welcoming New Camp Capers Staff Members

Welcoming Laura K. McGrew as New Communications Director

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February 1, 2022

Construction Update from Mustang Island Conference Center

Building Continues on New Chapel and Lodging

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December 8, 2021

Regarding Transitions: Staffing Changes in Communications Department

Director of Marketing and Communications Announces Her Departure

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November 9, 2021

Congratulations to the Winners of the 16th Annual Bishop's Golf Classic

And thank you to all who made this year's tournament a success.

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November 4, 2021

St. Nicholas Church Plant Celebrates Consecration of New Worship Space

The Rt. Rev. David Reed and St. Nicholas Episcopal Church Plant community celebrated the Consecration of their worship space in Bulverde on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.

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October 25, 2021

Regarding Transitions: Staffing Changes in Camps & Conferences Department

Camp Capers Program Director Announces Her Departure

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October 11, 2021

We Will Continue Essay Contest Winners Announced

The Rev. Brian Fox and Catherine Spainhour selected as winners of "We Will Continue" Essay Contest

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September 17, 2021

LOGOS Issue 02 Extended Artist Showcase Available Online

Featuring newly released artistic and written reflections from diocesan artists and authors.

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September 1, 2021

Announcing the Bishop's Deputy for Christian Formation

Including Christian Formation Resources for individuals and churches.

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August 11, 2021

Partnerships Enable Immigration Ministries to Offer Respite and Transportation Services

Immediate Need for Support for Newly Launched San Antonio Respite Center

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August 2, 2021

St. Nicholas Church Plant Announces Restaurant & Bar in Downtown Bulverde as New Sanctuary Space

by Emily V. Kittrell, Director of Marketing and Communications for the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas

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July 7, 2021

Sanctuary Furniture Travels from Corpus to Hillsboro

Available sanctuary furniture and chairs from Reconciliation, Corpus Christi allows North Texas congregation to worship again.

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July 6, 2021

Clergy Children Scholarship Applications Open for 2021-2022 Academic Year

Providing undergraduate and graduate-level scholarships for children of West Texas clergy.

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June 11, 2021

LOGOS Magazine Issue 02 Available Now

Creative expressions, theological reflections, & tidings rooted in the diocesan scripture theme.

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May 3, 2021

Camp Capers Releases 2021 Summer Camp Covid-19 Guidelines

Camp Capers to implement protocols for campers and staff to mitigate the risk of transmission and spread of Covid-19.

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April 14, 2021

Departures Announced in College Missions Department

College Missions Staff Announce Transitions and Next Steps

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March 25, 2021

Douglass Scholarship Applications Open for 2021-2022

Providing educational scholarships for qualified seminarians, graduate students, and post-graduate students.

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February 27, 2021

Completion of Election - Council 2021

Individuals elected to serve by the 117th Council of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.

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February 25, 2021

Episcopal Relief & Development Supports Winter Storm Response Efforts

Episcopal Relief and Development extends $20,000 in grant funding is available to support local church response to the recent winter storms

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December 16, 2020

Introducing the New Director of Duncan Park

Jody Davis joins Diocesan Staff as Duncan Park Director.

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November 9, 2020

Congratulations to the Winners of the 15th Annual Bishop's Golf Classic

Benefitting Camps & Conferences, World Missions, and Vital University Missions of the diocese.

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October 21, 2020

Announcing the Appointment of Assistant Bishop for West Texas

The Rt. Rev. Rayford B. High, Jr.

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October 15, 2020

Call for Submissions to LOGOS Magazine Issue 02

Responding to Diocesan Scripture Theme for 2021

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October 14, 2020

Regarding Transitions: Staffing Changes at Diocesan Office

Duncan Park Director Announces Her Departure

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September 1, 2020

Diocesan Congregations Respond to Community Needs During Pandemic and Coinciding Crises

Spreading Joy and Sharing Resources by Laura K. McGrew, Communications Manager

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August 22, 2020

Diocesan Schools Begin to Reopen their Doors

"Diocesan Schools undertake monumental planning efforts in preparation for reopening amidst pandemic" by Emily V. Kittrell, Director of Marketing & Communications

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August 20, 2020

Episcopal Relief & Development Supports Response to Hurricane Hanna

Episcopal Relief and Development Supports Diocesan Response to Hurricane Hanna and COVID-19 in the Rio Grande Valley

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August 17, 2020

Habitat Builders of West Texas Complete Home in Victoria, Texas

House Blessing Service Held August 4, 2020

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August 11, 2020

LOGOS Magazine Wins Polly Bond Award of Excellence

Issue 01 of LOGOS Magazine Wins Award of Excellence for Best Print Periodical

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July 28, 2020

Disaster Assessment Begins in Wake of Hurricane Hanna

Disaster Preparedness and Response Commission Begins Assessment after Hurricane Hanna Hits 26 Counties in Diocese of West Texas

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July 22, 2020

Welcome to the New Website

Introducing the brand new dwtx.org

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July 16, 2020

Serving Mission Partners During a Pandemic

World Missions Answers the Call to "Love your Neighbor As Yourself" During the Pandemic.

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June 16, 2020

Camp Capers Summer 2020 Program Update

Camp Capers Cancels Intermediate and Primary Camp "B"

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June 12, 2020

The Spirit was There: Grief and Joy in Phased Reopening

“The Spirit was there: Congregations in West Texas experience both grief and joy as in-person worship resumes” By Emily V. Kittrell, Director of Marketing & Communications

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June 5, 2020

Duncan Park Summer 2020 Program Update

Duncan Park suspends 2020 camp season to honor its commitment to protect and care for its guests, staff, and larger community

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May 29, 2020

Regarding Transitions: Three Diocesan Staff Changes

Recognizing 24 Years of Service, Welcoming a New Maintenance Supervisor, and Announcing Immigration & Refugee Ministries Coordinator

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May 14, 2020

New Diocesan Logo Available for Use

Down to the letter, the new logo embraces the cherished history of the Diocese and looks ahead with hope for the future.

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May 8, 2020

Changes to Summer Camp 2020 Calendar

Episcopal Diocese of West Texas Summer Camp Update, as of May 8, 2020

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May 8, 2020

Program Update from Vital University Missions

Episcopal Diocese of West Texas Vital Universty Missions Update, as of May 8, 2020

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May 8, 2020

Program Update from World Missions

Episcopal Diocese of West Texas World Missions Update, as of May 8, 2020

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May 8, 2020

The Right Next Step: Extending Closures Through May 24

For the sake of our church family, and for the sake of our communities, the Rt. Rev. David Reed extends the closure of church facilities for in-person worship and other gatherings through Sunday, May 24.

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April 27, 2020

Invest in Children and Families - Give the Gift of Camp

Give the Gift of Camp - Giving Tuesday, May 5, 2020

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March 24, 2020

Diocesan Office Closes After City's "Stay Home" Order

The Diocesan Office at the Bishop Jones Center will close in response to the City of San Antonio's "Stay Home, Work Safe Order" effective Tuesday afternoon, March 24, through April 9, 2020.

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January 23, 2020

Announcing New Development & World Mission Staff

Anne Spears Joins Diocesan Staff as the Director of Development and Catherine Markette Joins Diocesan Staff as World Mission Coordinator: Supporting the mission and work of the diocesan office and ministries

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October 25, 2019

DWTX Church Plant Awarded National Grant

Episcopal Church Executive Council announces St. Nicholas Episcopal Church, diocesan Church Plant, as recipient of a $30,000 Seed Grant

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October 23, 2019

Announcing Executive Assistant to Bishop's Office

Melissa Soderberg joins the diocesan staff as the Executive Assistant to the Bishop's Office.

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