March 2024 Newsletter
Wow! What a Holy Spirit filled Diocesan Council we had in San Marcos. I accompanied our two delegates, JoAnn and Karen, with other delegates from 87 Diocesan churches representing over 26,000 Episcopalians. They voted for board and committee members, the annual budget, and listened to ministry reports. I loved seeing Council through the eyes of JoAnn who attended her first Council. I couldn’t hope to adequately explain to anyone what they would experience, until they see it in person. Her eyes were lit up, she had the biggest smile and just soaked in the loving experience being surround with hundreds of Christians. Karen was able to share our prayer shawl and bracelet ministry and even helped the military ministry turn 2000 feet of Paracord into 400 survival lanyards for our military and first responders. I gave the Small Church Ministry report to the delegates and a presentation for attendees of the small church dinner. Anyone can attend the Annual Council every February as guests and 2 members will be delegates. As we approach Easter, I pray you’ll attend our Holy Week services and experience Jesus’ Passion in these special and unique services.
Lay Chaplin’s Corner
Good news and blessings. My name is JoAnn Esckilsen or Jo, I am the Lay Chaplin at St. Matthias. I graduated in December 2023 from the Community of Hope Program in San Antonio. If you or a family member would like a call or a visit my direct line is (210) 758-3668, I also visit nursing homes and hospitals. I look forward to meeting you. God Bless.