Holy Spirit Episcopal Church - Waco, TX

09/06/2026

a blog about the bible, sunday readings, the gospel, the revised common lectionary, preaching, sermons and the episcopal church

09/03/2026

Wendell Berry was the patron saint of going outside, but also for those who yearn and hope to form a new generation.

09/03/2026

On Saturday, August 29, we joyfully celebrated the Caminando con Cristo retreat at St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church in Manor, Texas. The gathering brought together 72 Latino clergy members and lay leaders from churches across the Austin region for a day of prayer, study, service, and reflection...

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

🤍 There is comfort in knowing we do not face difficult moments alone.

In uncertainty and in struggle, God remains near. May that promise bring you peace, strength, and hope this week.

08/31/2026

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Bauchi in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).

08/30/2026

08/30/2026

“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.” — Isaiah 6:3

08/29/2026

Starting 8/31, Ravi will have a new schedule! Guests can plan to see Ravi on Saturdays, weather permitting.

This schedule change allows our other orangutans more opportunities to spend time on the habitat and enjoy it, while giving each animal time and space based on their individual needs.

As always, animal schedules are subject to change based on weather, animal care, and the choices of the animals themselves. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you on a Saturday visit with Ravi 🦧

08/28/2026

Please join us in praying for the people of Nepal following catastrophic flash floods.

On 26 August, collapsing glacial ice and rock near the Nepal-China border unleashed a torrent of water, mud and debris through Himalayan valleys. Communities in the Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts are among the worst affected. Hundreds of people have died, many hundreds remain missing and homes, roads, bridges and places of worship have been destroyed or damaged. Rescue work continues amid the risk of further flooding.

The Anglican Church in Nepal has asked for urgent prayer, following reports that pastors and members of local churches are among those who have died or remain missing. Several churches have also been damaged.

Please pray for all those still unaccounted for, those who are grieving and families in urgent need of shelter, food, clean water and medicine. Pray also for pastors and church leaders serving devastated communities, and for all those leading rescue and relief efforts.

God of compassion,
draw near to the people of Nepal.
Comfort those who mourn,
protect those who remain in danger,
strengthen those searching for the missing
and sustain all who are serving their neighbours.
Bring help, healing and hope to every affected community.
Amen.