Episcopal Diocese of West Texas - Bishop Jones Center

Episcopal Diocese of West Texas - Bishop Jones Center Our core purpose: to be Jesus' witnesses in the world. This is the official page of the Diocese of West Texas. Rev. David M.

We are 30,000 persons gathered into 87 congregations, spread across 60 counties and 69,000 square miles in south central Texas. Our geographical boundaries are roughly Brady to the north, Victoria to the east, Brownsville to the south, and Del Rio to the west. For organizational purposes, we are arranged into seven convocations, each headed by a dean. Corporately, we function under a bishop, currently the Rt. Reed, who has jurisdiction over the entire diocese. We are part of the Episcopal Church in the USA, a community of 2.4 million members in America and abroad. The Episcopal Church is headed by a presiding bishop. We are also part of the Anglican Communion, a global community of 74 million persons in 38 member provinces throughout the world, headed by the Archbishop of Canterbury. While the Archbishop has no authority over the Episcopal Church, we do have historical and theological ties. Recognizing the cultural diversity that is our gift in south central Texas, our member are diverse and our worship and corporate life is often bilingual in language and in spirit.

Welcome to Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture held annually fr...
09/15/2026

Welcome to Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture held annually from September 15 to October 15. This month offers an opportunity to highlight the unique voices and experiences of Hispanic/Latino Americans and celebrate their history and achievements within our diocese.

The Latino presence in Texas dates back to the 1600s when Texas was a part of both Spanish and Mexican territories before declaring its independence in 1836. The celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 to celebrate the Independence Days of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. While, dieciséis de Septiembre, Sixteenth of September, marks the beginning of Mexican independence from Spain.

Make sure you are following us to learn more about the history and stories of Latinos in the Diocese of West Texas. Visit dwtx.org/events for resources for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Durante la octava jornada de la Convención General de 1970, celebrada en Houston, Texas, el obispo coadjutor de Nueva Yo...
09/15/2026

Durante la octava jornada de la Convención General de 1970, celebrada en Houston, Texas, el obispo coadjutor de Nueva York presentó, en nombre del Comité de Asuntos Sociales e Internacionales, unas resoluciones que condujeron a la creación de una Comisión Nacional de Asuntos Hispanos; esta entidad evolucionaría hasta convertirse en la actual Oficina de Ministerios Latinos/Hispanos.

El Mes de la Herencia Hispana es una oportunidad para destacar las voces y experiencias únicas de los estadounidenses de origen hispano o latino, así como para celebrar su historia y sus logros dentro de nuestra diócesis.

Visite dwtx.org para obtener más información sobre los Ministerios Latinos y de Inmigración.

Pray for St. Matthew’s, Kenedy; and St. Stephen’s, GoliadSixteenth Sunday after PentecostProper 19The Collect:O God, bec...
09/13/2026

Pray for St. Matthew’s, Kenedy; and St. Stephen’s, Goliad

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Proper 19

The Collect:
O God, because without you we are not able to please you mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Last Call to sign up for the 21st Annual Bishop's Golf Classic!Visit dwtx.org/events to register and get more informatio...
09/12/2026

Last Call to sign up for the 21st Annual Bishop's Golf Classic!
Visit dwtx.org/events to register and get more information.
Registration closes on September 15.

The generosity of our golfers and sponsors enables scholarships for children and families from across the diocese, as well as children and individuals from organizations such as Good Samaritan Community Services, St. Jude's Ranch for abused and neglected children, the Magdalena House, and Transformation House, as well as Wounded Warriors and Veterans.

Remembering the 25th Anniversary of 9/11God of steadfast love, who led your people through the wilderness: Be with us as...
09/11/2026

Remembering the 25th Anniversary of 9/11

God of steadfast love, who led your people through the wilderness: Be with us as we remember and grieve. By your grace, lead us in the path of new life, in the company of your saints and angels; through Jesus Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of the world. Amen.

Registration is Open! 55th Annual Diocesan Silent Retreat: SHIPWRECKS, BURIED TREASURE, AND FAR HORIZONSNovember 12-15 ...
09/10/2026

Registration is Open!
55th Annual Diocesan Silent Retreat: SHIPWRECKS, BURIED TREASURE, AND FAR HORIZONS

November 12-15 | Mustang Island Conference Center, Port Aransas

Amid the beauty of Mustang Island, we will consider the promises and predicaments of following Jesus these days. With Holy Scripture as our landscape—and seascape—we will navigate through Bible stories, music, worship, Gulf Coast tales, and the “Book of Nature” into the safe harbor of the Retreat’s abundant silence. This year's retreat will be led by the Rt. Rev. David Reed, D.D., Tenth Bishop of the Diocese of West Texas.

Visit dwtx.org/events for more information.
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¡Ya están abiertas las inscripciones!
55.º Retiro Diocesano Anual de Silencio: NAUFRAGIOS, TESOROS ENTERRADOS Y HORIZONTES LEJANOS

Del 12 al 15 de noviembre | Mustang Island Conference Center, Port Aransas

En medio de la belleza de Mustang Island, reflexionaremos sobre las promesas y los desafíos de seguir a Jesús en la actualidad. Tomando las Sagradas Escrituras como nuestro paisaje —y paisaje marino—, navegaremos a través de relatos bíblicos, música, adoración, historias de la Costa del Golfo y el «Libro de la Naturaleza» hacia el puerto seguro del profundo silencio del retiro. El retiro de este año será dirigido por el Rvdo. David Reed, D.D., décimo obispo de la Diócesis del Oeste de Texas.

Visite dwtx.org/events para obtener más información.

Labor DayThe CollectAlmighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill,...
09/07/2026

Labor Day

The Collect
Almighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Bishop Jones Center will be closed today in honor of Labor Day.

Pray for Good Samaritan Community Services and Mental Health Commission.Fifteenth Sunday after PentecostProper 18The Col...
09/06/2026

Pray for Good Samaritan Community Services and Mental Health Commission.

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Proper 18

The Collect:

Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

In the latest Small Church Ministries newsletter, Jim Sartwelle, St. Matthew's, Kenedy and Small Church Steering Committ...
09/06/2026

In the latest Small Church Ministries newsletter, Jim Sartwelle, St. Matthew's, Kenedy and Small Church Steering Committee member writes about Stewardship in the Small Church.

"The focus should not be placed on “here’s a budget, how are we going to pay for it.” The focus has to be “what is God calling us to do in this place in the name of Jesus Christ?” A “stewardship drive” by definition looks to the future and is an extraordinarily positive activity.”

Small Church Sermon, Big Impact features the Rev. Kara Leslie's, Rector, Episcopal Church of the Messiah, Gonzales, sermon for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost.

Visit dwtx.org/blog to read the featured articles.

We’re excited to share the Fall 2026 digital issue of la Ventana, The Church News of West Texas with you! This issue inc...
09/02/2026

We’re excited to share the Fall 2026 digital issue of la Ventana, The Church News of West Texas with you! This issue includes messages from our bishops, feature articles about the Eastern Partners in Ministry, the resurgence of Canterbury clubs in the Diocese, and the Community of St. Francis and Clare, as well as activities and events happening within churches and ministries across the Diocese.

The cover features the beautifully restored windows of Trinity Episcopal Church in Pharr.
Visit dwtx.org/laventana to read more!
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¡Nos complace compartir con ustedes la edición digital de otoño de 2026 de *la Ventana*, el boletín informativo de la Iglesia en el oeste de Texas! Este número incluye mensajes de nuestros obispos y artículos destacados sobre los Socios Ministeriales del Este (*Eastern Partners in Ministry*), el resurgimiento de los clubes Canterbury en la diócesis y la Comunidad de San Francisco y Santa Clara, así como información sobre actividades y eventos que tienen lugar en las iglesias y ministerios de toda la diócesis.

La portada presenta los vitrales bellamente restaurados de la Iglesia Episcopal de la Trinidad (*Trinity Episcopal Church*) en Pharr.
¡Visite dwtx.org/laventana para leer más!

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