A Message from Bishop G
Dear Friends,
This week many have been in prayer and grief over the unimaginable flooding in central Texas. Our prayers continue for those who have died, those missing, and their families, even as the recovery continues. I am including below the best information I have for ways to give and support those in the midst of the tragedy.
The connections across our church to any natural disaster or tragic event always surprise me. I am grateful for the Body of Christ and the love we share through Jesus who promises to be with us even to the end of the ages. I give thanks for the many volunteers, first responders, “the helpers”, and those who risked and gave their all to save those caught in the wake of the storm. I am grateful for those who continue to serve, search, and provide comfort for all affected. May our Lord hold and heal and help us to be faithful.
Please join me in praying for courage and strength:
“Hold close the campers who are still missing.
Be their shelter, their guide, their hope.
Be with those who search and those who wait.
Be with every parent gripped by fear, Every sibling asking questions,
Every friend praying for a miracle.
Be with the counselors whose hearts are breaking, The staff who gave their summer to joy, And the communities now walking through grief.
Strengthen those who cannot find the words.
Comfort those who cannot sleep.
Heal what feels beyond repair.
In your mercy, O God, Gather us close.
Bind us together.
And do what only you can do.
Amen.”
Blessings,
+Glenda
Ways to Give
| Please consider making a financial gift to one of the following organizations: 1. The Episcopal Diocese of West Texas: The Diocese has established a fund to assist those in need. Donate HERE. 2. Kerr County Flood Relief Fund: This is a trusted fund established by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to support flood relief and rebuild efforts. Your donation will be distributed by the foundation to multiple regional nonprofits working on the ground. Give HERE 3. TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue): TEXSAR is providing vital rescue services and continues to need ongoing support. Click HERE to donate. 4. The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services: The Salvation Army is actively responding to the severe floods in Texas, offering emergency aid, food, beverages, emotional and spiritual care, and critical supplies to survivors and rescue workers across five states. When donating, please be sure to select “Texas Flood (July 2025)” from the dropdown menu under “What would you like your donation to support?” Click HERE to donate. 5. The Episcopal Relief & Development has released a statement on how they are responding to the floods. Donations will help their local partners respond to the emerging needs. Give HERE |