Absalom Jones Celebration at St. James', February 28, 2015
Channel: The Episcopal Diocese of Texas
Date: 2015-02-20

The Rt. Rev. Nathan D. Baxter, retired Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania, will lead the Diocese of Texas’ Absalom Jones celebration on Saturday, February 28, 2015, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at St. James’ Episcopal Church, 3129 Southmore Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77004. The event is being co-sponsored by the Commission on Black Ministry for the Diocese of Texas and the host parish, St. James’, Houston. A celebration of the Holy Eucharist will begin the commemoration and will be followed by a reception for Bishop Baxter and his wife, Mary Ellen. Carole A. Pinkett, chair of the Commission on Black Ministry, says “This service is for the entire diocese, and we hope you all will join us.” The February 28 service will feature the St. James’ Choir, Jazz Ensemble and Holy Spirit Dancers.