Weekly Update

Sunday, November 8, 2026 


9:30 AM Worship and Children’s Ministry
18101 W. Highway 71, Suite 120
The Sunday worship bulletin can be found here.  The service will be streamed on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/hWrYUN4CHaM?is=-pgirJwx2TJVltf-

Please welcome The Rev. David Sugeno as our guest celebrant this weekend!  Please welcome back Rev. Christine to worship!

Please join us after the service this Sunday, November 8th for a lesson on how to pray the Anglican Rosary. This workshop will be presented by Sarah Martinez. Sarah Martinez has served at Trinity Episcopal-Fort Worth since 2012, initially as Director of Communications and currently as Director of Ministry & Formation. She holds a master’s degree in theological studies and a certificate in history, theology, and ethics from Brite Divinity School at TCU. Her bachelors’ degree is in journalism from Texas Christian University. In addition to her service at Trinity, Sarah is a postulant with the Community of Francis & Clare (an Episcopal religious order), a member of Forma, a manuscript reviewer for TryTank (Virginia Theological Seminary), and contributor to Formation First with the Episcopal Diocese of Texas. Sarah is a lifelong resident of Fort Worth where she met her husband, Will, and raised her children Ellie and KT.

My Friends in Christ,

 

During my college and grad school years, making Anglican prayer beads became one of my most meaningful spiritual practices. I would spend hours choosing stones, glass, or wood, arranging beads, and creating rosaries. The process of creating became a form of prayer. There was something grounding about working with my hands while making something intended to draw me closer to God. I felt as though I was holding prayer in my hands. 

Anglican prayer beads offer a rhythm for prayer, giving our hands something to hold and our minds something to return to. In a world that can feel so busy, there is something beautiful about a practice that invites us simply to pause, breathe, and be present with God.

This Sunday after our 9:30 service, Sarah Martinez will lead a workshop on devotional practices with the Anglican Rosary. Sarah serves as Director of Ministry & Formation at Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth. She holds a master’s degree in theological studies from Brite Divinity School and is a postulant with the Community of Francis & Clare, an Episcopal religious order. We will learn about this devotional practice and have the opportunity to make our own prayer beads.

You don’t need any experience with prayer beads to participate. Just bring yourself and a little curiosity. Bonus points if you bring a friend. I’d love for you to join us!

 

In Christ’s Peace,

 

Christine+

Common Threads--

 Tuesday, November 10, 6:00-7:30 

at Sue’s apartment.
Bring a food to share for light dinner
Bring yarn to crochet or knit 
Or just bring yourself for fellowship! 

Please contact Judy Cariker at 817.946.9787 for more information or if you need a ride.

Wednesday evening Bible Study
November 11, 2026
7:00 - 8:00pm in-person at ECCLT or online via Zoom

Wednesdays Bible Study with Wale leading us through the book of Romans. Very informative and thought-provoking discussions. Come join us! 7:00 -8:00 at the church or on zoom. Contact Wale if you have any further questions: [email protected]

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93714779977?pwd=oRvUALu4genwPOeGdBw1N8fpdPKTVN.1
Meeting ID: 937 1477 9977
Passcode: 325109

  Men’s Morning Fellowship- Friday, November 13, 2026

Los Pinos Jalisco, 11715 Bee Caves Rd, Unit 400, Austin, TX 78738.
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Gather for fellowship, to share a meal, and dwell in the scriptures.
Anyone wanting an update can reach out to Leigh Cariker at 817-313-8290

Nov. 2026 Lake Travis/Spicewood Volunteers! Grab your work gloves and serve your neighbors! | Partners in Hope- Texas
 

Join us for our Lake Travis/Spicewood Workday! We'll be doing yard clean up, minor repairs, and other projects to help our Partner Families feel safe in their homes.

What to bring: drinking water, work gloves, closed-toe shoes, mosquito/bug repellant, sunscreen, a hat, and a great attitude! Things can and will change during the workday.

Due to the nature of the work, we do require that you wear work gloves and closed-toe shoes. Long pants are also suggested. Please remember - you and your clothes will get dirty! 

Tools to bring:  we will have tools available to use, but you can also bring your own weed eaters, trimmers, or other yard tools. For questions you can contact Ronne at [email protected]

As you step out of your car, you'll be stepping into an ongoing relationship between Partners in Hope and the family you are serving. You will also have opportunities to reconnect over the next several months with the family you serve.

Your talents, passions, and skills are not only valuable, but necessary to the success of moving people out of isolation and into life-giving community. We look forward to putting your gifts to excellent use as we empower neighbors to create meaningful connections.

Details

	Is Family Friendly
	Register by Nov 16, 2026
	Is Outdoors
	Inclement Weather Plan: We will email or text you should we have to cancel due to weather.
	Is Not Wheelchair Accessible

Location

2705 Pace Bend Rd look for the Prayer Mountain sign; then look for the PIH signs Spicewood, TX  78669

Sunday, November 15, 2026 

9:30 AM Worship and Children’s Ministry
18101 W. Highway 71, Suite 120
 

November Dates
*Nov. 8
Guest Sarah Martinez,Trinity Episcopal Ft Worth, Director of Ministry and Formation, will speak about praying - with Anglican prayer beads. There will be an opportunity to a make a prayer bead after service for those that are interested.
*Nov. 9
Bishop’s Committee Meeting 7:00 pm
*Nov. 14
Partners in Hope Community Work Day 8 am-12 pm See Ronne Rock for details 512-913-1097
*Nov. 15
  Partners in Hope Fellowship Dinner ECC is hosting, 4:30 pm - 6 pm Please see sign up on the door. If you can help set up, please come by 3:30. This is a great opportunity to meet our neighbors and share a meal.
*Nov. 22
 TXDot Highway Clean Up 9:00-11:00 College kids home for Thanksgiving? Great way to share a morning together! Then take them out to brunch for their hard work!
*Nov. 29
  First Sunday in Advent (HOPE) Make an advent wreath after service for your home. All supplies provided.

December Dates
First week of December - Decorate the church; Date and
Time TBD.
*Dec. 6
2nd Sunday of Advent (PEACE)
Morning Service Children’s Christian Education 9:30 am.
Sunday Evening Service 5:00; Stay and share a pizza dinner!
Dec. 12
Saturday afternoon Movie, Crafts and Pizza for children and
youth; Free time for parents! 2:00 - 4:00 Please sign up at
church.
*Dec. 13
3rd Sunday of Advent (JOY)
Christmas Pageant during the 9:30 service. All invited to
participate. Christmas Cookie Exchange following the
service.
*Dec. 20 (L0VE)
4th Sunday of Advent
*Dec. 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 5:00 pm
*Dec. 27
First Sunday after Christmas

Prayer requests and requests for lay pastoral care may be sent to [email protected]. Please specify if you would like your request to be confidential.

Daily Scripture Readings
 

Sunday, November 8:
AM Psalm 93, 96; PM Psalm 34
Ecclus. 51:13-22; 1 Cor. 14:1-12; Matt. 20:1-16

Monday, November 9:
AM Psalm 80; PM Psalm 77, [79]
Joel 1:1-13; Rev. 18:15-24; Luke 14:12-24

Tuesday, November 10:
AM Psalm 78:1-39; PM Psalm 78:40-72
Joel 1:15-2:2(3-11); Rev. 19:1-10; Luke 14:25-35

 Wednesday, November 11:
AM Psalm 119:97-120; PM Psalm 81, 82
Joel 2:12-19; Rev. 19:11-21; Luke 15:1-10

Thursday, November 12:
AM Psalm [83] or 23, 27; PM Psalm 85, 86
Joel 2:21-27; James 1:1-15; Luke 15:1-2,11-32

Friday, November 13:
AM Psalm 88; PM Psalm 91, 92
Joel 2:28-3:8; James 1:16-27; Luke 16:1-9

 Saturday, November 14:
AM Psalm 87, 90; PM Psalm 136
Joel 3:9-17; James 2:1-13; Luke 16:10-17(18)