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The Episcopal Diocese of Dallas supports some 60 ministries throughout Northeast Texas. Many more ministries are conducted by individual Episcopalians working through their churches and schools. Indeed, there are as many ministries as there are Episcopalians (at last count about 38,000 in our diocese!).
The following is a list and links to many of the organized ministries that either receive funding from the diocese, meet at Diocesan House or are conducted by Episcopal churches in the diocese. For more information about these and other ministries of the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas contact Diocesan House at (214) 826-8310 or use the phone numbers provided.
Conducts programs and offers information for people wishing to shed their addictions. The commission conducts a service each November on Recovery Sunday. Contact the Rev. Charles Keen, chair (972) 226-6812.
Offers churches assistance with changes to existing buildings and the planning of new buildings. Contact
John Wright, chair (972) 980-4438.
A homeless shelter that offers many services to disadvantaged people. Contact the Rev. Beulah or
Harry Dailey (214) 428-4242.
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The Mausoleum and Columbarium contains 1020 crypts and 643 niches and is a perpetual care facility. Contact David Gibbs (214) 826-8310.
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A ministry to men and boys. The Brotherhood also coordinates the diocesan Habitat for Humanity projects. Contact Fred Manget, diocesan coordinator, at (214) 221-5986.
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Canterbury is a Christ-centered Community of college students gathered to rejoice in God's transforming love, reach out to transform lives, and raise up transformational leaders through the power of the Spirit in the Anglican-Episcopal tradition. Contact the chaplain, Nate Bostian (214) 505-9859.
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Contact Patrice Easley (817) 797-1449
A retirement center located on the grounds of St. Matthew's Cathedral. Contact the Rev. Cn. Sue A. Ross, director (214) 821-5910.
The Center's purpose is to provide learning and training opportunities on life in the Spirit, especially as it relates to healing body, mind, and spirit. Contact Carol Greene, Ph.D. or Warren Greene, M.D., co-directors
(214) 368-6304 ext. 22.
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Contact Bonnie McGinty, chair (972) 563-8731.
Provides insurance to individuals and churches of the diocese. Contact Mike Marino, regional vice president (972) 514-2580.
Contact Linda Long, coordinator (903) 583-7112.
Conducts a variety of programs to bolster the health of the clergy of the diocese and their families. Contact Diane Stanton, chair (214) 349-5310.
Contact Linda Gallatin, chair (903) 489-0582.
The Episcopal Renewal Center conducts Cursillo in both English and Spanish (see Episcopal Center for Renewal).
Women conduct ministries and offer fellowship at chapters throughout the diocese. Contact Helen Walters at (972) 241-1087.
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Contact the Rev. Matthew Olver (214) 521-5105.
Contact Kay Sevick, coordinator, at (972) 227-8760.
The Episcopal Center for Renewal provides programs that draw people closer to God, strengthens them in spiritual disciplines, and teaches them how to share their faith with others. The Center designs programs to reach junior high youth, older teens, and adults and help them fulfill Christ's Great Commission. Contact
Frank Bain, director or Linda Wilson, program director, at (214) 351-9330 or Metro: (972) 445-5095.
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Contact Susan Fenner, president (972) 231-7289.
ECSN's purpose is to be a resource to diocesan missions and churches in their outreach efforts to reach and serve those in their communities who are in need. Contact Dabney Dwyer (214) 500-7205.
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Under the guidance of an independent Board of Trustees comprised of lay businessmen and businesswomen with professional expertise, the Episcopal Foundation of Dallas offers Episcopalians a broad range of philanthropic alternatives through which they may support educational and charitable causes in the community. Contact Polly Bireley, executive director, (214) 366-9996.
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The Episcopal Girl's Home is now known as Our Friend's Place. For more information contact
Sue Thiers-Hesseltine at (214) 520-6268.
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Episcopal deacons and priests regularly visit the area's medical facilities. For more information, contact
the Rev. Trudie Smither at (214) 368-6316.
Provides emergency and ongoing relief worldwide. Contact Sue Reed, diocesan representative
(214) 330-8510.
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Faith Alive helps conduct weekend get-togethers designed to renew spirituality within congregations.
Faith Alive is a New Mexico-based ministry that comes to churches at the invitation of rectors and parishioners. Contact Tom and Sue Kay, coordinators (972) 896-5374.
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Provides counseling and a safe haven for abuse victims. Contact Jan Langbein, executive director
(214) 942-2998.
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For Grades 10, 11, 12 (see Episcopal Center for Renewal).
Strengthening marriages and families is the goal of the commission, which conducts seminars and retreats throughout the year. For more information contact Pat Hind at (214) 369-6211 or Amanda Johnson at
(940) 484-1808.
Marriage Encounter is the largest pro-marriage movement in the world and promotes a weekend experience for couples who want to make their good marriage even better. Contact John and Janie Curtis at 972-722-4064.
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Contact the Rev. E. Clifton Gardner (214) 348-1345.
Contact the Rev. Trudie Smither at (214) 368-6316.
Contact Paul Bowser, chair, at (214) 767-2957.
Contact the Rt. Rev. James Stanton, president, or the Rev. Cn. Paul Lambert, vice president (214) 826-8310.
The International Order of St. Luke the Physician is an ecumenical organization dedicated to the Christian healing ministry. Members meet together in local chapters to study Scripture, especially the biblical stories of the healing miracles, as well as other books on Christian healing. Members also engage in healing prayer. Contact the Christian Center for Healing (214) 368-6304 ext. 22.
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Our Friends Place provides an important and unique service in Dallas County for one of the most needy and troubled client populations — girls and young women. Through therapeutic residential care and teaching independent living skills, girls with histories of abuse, neglect, abandonment, homelessness, and behavioral problems are able to experience a safe and stable homelike environment. Contact Ms. Sue Thiers-Hesseltine, director (214) 520-6268.
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Nursing services are available to parishioners at many churches. For more information contact the Rev.
Elizabeth Breyfogle, chair (972) 837-1123.
Programs to promote healthy aging are offered. For more information contact Raymond Lanham, chair, at
(214) 732-9124.
This shelter for homeless people is located in Texarkana. Contact Kristie Bierbaum, director (903) 792-7024.
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St. Simon's supports elementary school children and their families. These families are challenged by economic and family situations that make it difficult to provide a safe, familiar, nurturing place for children after school. Through St. Simon's, they receive a nutritional snack and encouragement and assistance with academic and social development. This program is free for working parents. Contact Dan Weston, president
(214) 826-0811.
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For 26 years, the School has focused on the soul and spiritual growth with a very warm and nurturing staff (see Episcopal Center for Renewal).
The Episcopal Singles Commission is a group of men and women who come together to build community, explore the scriptures and uncover together what it means to follow Jesus in our culture. Contact
Charlotte Vowan-Wiles, chair (214) 802-8083.
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Episcopalians dedicated to the Glory of God and the Holy Incarnation of Christ. Contact Pinkie Webb at
(972) 495-2721.
An annual program for many churches provides outreach throughout the world. Contact Suzan Fenner, chair (214) 999-4576.
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Vergers are laypersons who support and assist the clergy, altar guild, and acolytes with their duties before, during, and after worship services. For more information, contact Anna Houston, chair (214) 947-2562 or
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The WMC is committed to “inform and engage congregations in the Diocese of Dallas in the mission of Christ around the world” (Bishop James Stanton). Contact Diane Stanton, chair (214) 349-5310.
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Contact the Rev. Cn. Pamela Dunbar (214) 826-8310.
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