St. Lukes on the Lake, Austin, has provided some photos taken by Bill Collinson over the past few days as they became the hub for news crews, firefighters, and evacuees. St. Luke's parishioners were gracious and wonderful hosts to the many people who needed a drink, food or just a place to...
Out of an abundance of caution, Camp Allen staff is installing sprinklers on the roof of the conference center. Fires are still not directly threatening the complex, but Camp Allen wants to be as prepared as possible.
Earlier this morning, most of the staff began a voluntary evacuation as...
We've received several calls about how Houston congregations can help with needs from the Waller County, Grimes County, and Bastrop fires. Here are a few options.
The Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy, will be accepting donations of water, baby wipes, new underwear and socks, and...
Camp Allen was notified early Thursday morning of a voluntary evacuation due to the Waller County fires that flared up overnight. The camp management has decided to close the camp until Monday morning because of the emergency vehicles and road closures nearby. Camp Allen does not appear to be in...
The Rev. Patsy Barham, priest in charge at St. Matthew’s, Henderson, reported that the church is receiving donations for firefighters fighting wildfires in the East Texas area. Parishioners are delivering supplies to two locations in nearby Overton and Carlisle. “Water, food...
The Episcopal Church has been working to respond to the victims of the recent wildfires in Central Texas. Congregations are now collecting donations and getting ready for the needs of those many individuals who are staying in shelters due to the loss of their homes. As a Texan I am...
In less than one day, the Diocese of Texas has raised $1500 for the victims of fires across Texas. These funds will be used to support the relief efforts of our parishes. To make a contribution, click here. Be sure to select "Texas Wildfires" from the drop down menu on the payment...
Bishop Suffragan Dena Harrison spoke recently with the Rev. Lisa Hines, rector of Calvary Episcopal in Bastrop. More than 30 families from the church or school have lost their home according to Hines' most recent count. Thousands more in the area have been displaced from the fires. At...
St. Luke's on the Lake, Austin, has been at the forefront of relief efforts for the fires at the Steiner Ranch community. Below is a message from St. Luke's parish administrator Nancy Phillips: The most important news we have to report is that, as far as we know right now, no St. Luke's...
image from Bastrop, Texas
[Episcopal News Service] The wildfire raging about 30 miles east of Austin, Texas, had already claimed her home, so the Rev. Lisa Hines was taking no chances Sept. 6. She carefully packed Eucharistic vessels from Calvary Church, Bastrop, into her car, in case...