St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Hurst, Texas

Pathways Environmental Action Group
2019-01-20 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Pathways Church, 481 W. Harwood Rdl, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
We enjoy an event partnership with Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church in our shopping center. We are pleased to share that they have started an Environmental Action which meets on the third Sunday of the month at 12:30 PM – bring a sack lunch. Anyone in the community is welcome to join or drop into the meetings at the Pathways Church 481 W. Harwood Rd., Hurst. Monthly projects are planned at the meetings. For Additional information contact Beth Cusack at Pathways

The Sickness We Ignore -- Ending the Stigma Of Mental Illness
2019-03-02 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 463 West Harwood Road, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
Save this date for the next free community event at St. Stephen’s in the Plaza
Saturday, March 2, 9:00 AM to Noon
Panelists will discuss one of our most critical healthcare challenges, share personal experiences, and provide a range of perspectives. Time will be provided for Q&A and discussion among panelists and attendees. A complimentary light lunch follows the event — a time to share stories, resources and continue the conversation.
Presented in partnership with NAMI Tarrant County (National Alliance for Mental Illness)
There is no charge to attend but PLEASE complete the RSVP form below to help us prepare for all participants.

Infinitely Polar Bear
2019-03-01 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 463 West Harwood Road, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
The night before our community event on MENTAL ILLNESS we are hosting a FREE movie screening of Infinitely Polar Bear, starring Mark Ruffolo as a bipolar single dad who raises his two daughters in 1970s Boston. Life with this father — who frequently goes off his meds and binges on booze — is a series of near-disasters and humiliations for the girls, but Ruffolo creates a charming and gifted character that helps us take an uplifting look at seriouschallenges facing so many families. Join us for popcorn then stay for a time of reflection and discussion following the film.

Transgender Support Group
2019-01-27 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 463 West Harwood Road, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
This support group invites anyone who is transgender or has a transgender family member. We want to welcome, love and support you and your family any way we can. There are no fees to participate and no professional counseling offered. Teens and adults are welcome. We plan to share resources, offer spiritual support and be a friend.

The monthly meetings are on the last Sunday of the month at 3:00 PM at St. Stephen’s Church. All are welcome, drop in to any meeting. Want more info? Contact Lisa Daly.

Bishop Mayer to Visit
2019-02-24 09:30 - 12:00 | TX
The Provisional Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth, The Rt. Rev. Scott Mayer, will visit St. Stephen’s on Sunday, February 24. Join us for a celebration of Holy Eucharist, baptism, confirmation and reception! This special Sunday Service is at our regular worship time, 10:00 AM.

Girl Scout Party
2019-02-23 11:00 - 13:00 | TX

Leadership Training
2019-02-23 10:00 - 15:00 | St. Martin in the Fields, 223 S. Pearson Ln., Keller, TX, 76428, United States
Diocese Leadership Training for Vestry Members, Communicators and Treasurers

Deanery Meeting
2019-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | TX
The Fort Worth East Deanery will meet at our church on Thursday, February 21 at 7:00 pm.
St. Stephen’s is a member of the Fort Worth East Deanery, a geographic grouping of congregations in the Diocese of Fort Worth. Together with St. Alban in Arlington, St. Luke’s in the Meadow in Fort Worth, and St. Martin in the Fields in Keller we collaborate on governance issues and ministry projects for the region. Each deanery elects a representative to the Executive Council of the diocese, which is the governing body that does the work of the Diocesan Convention during the rest of the year when the Convention is not in session.
Our parish will provide hospitality and refreshments. If you can help with this please contact Eloise Frye.

Annual Parish Meeting
2019-01-27 11:30 - 13:30 | TX
The St. Stephen’s Annual Meeting will be after church on Sunday, January 27, beginning about 11:30 AM. We will have a potluck lunch. We would like to have all organizations submit a summary of their 2018 activities and a goal for 2019 to Jane Jolley for the Annual Report. Election of vestry members and delegates will take place.
Everyone is welcome — all ages, church members and visitors.

Girl Scout Cookie Sale
2019-01-27 11:00 - 12:00 | TX
Two Girl Scout troops meet in our facility on Wednesday afternoons and evenings. Please help support their program by purchasing cookies from the Girls after church today.

MLK Day of Service
2019-01-21 08:30 - 16:30 | TX
Plan to join others from the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth for Stick to Love — A Day of Service on Monday, January 21 starting at 8:30 AM. Joining up with national celebrations, this event honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. People of all walks of life come together across Tarrant County to serve at more than 30 service sites. Last year Bishop Scott Mayer led a large group of Episcopalians who joined more than 700 volunteers from across the county to work at 30 different service sites. Sign up to participate on the Tarrant Churches Together service form. You will be contacted with details on service project sites.

Stonegate Teachers' Meal
2019-01-17 10:30 - 13:30 | Stonegate Elementary School, 900 Bedford Road, Bedford, TX, 76022, United States
Please help us serve a meal to the teachers and staff of Stonegate Elementary School in Bedford. Cooks will gather at our church at 10:00 to transport the food to the school. Servers may meet us at the school. You can sign up to make food donations or to help serve and talk with the teachers.

Women's Study Group
2019-01-16 14:30 - 16:00 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 463 West Harwood Road, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
The Women’s Study Group meets monthly to discuss a book, view a movie, or use other media to enrich our spiritual lives. There is plenty of flexibility in this welcoming group and the meeting date is flexible – check the monthly Events calendar. Join the January discussion of Everything Happens for a Reason and Other Lies I’ve Loved by Kate Bowler. Read the book or just come to listen to the discussion on Wednesday, January 16 at 2:30 PM. In February we will take a look at unintentional racism in our lives with a discussion of the South African Novel The Woman Next Door by Yewanda Omotoso. The meeting date is not set but will be announced in January. For more information on our women’s study group, please contact Barb Cutter

Pathways Coffee House Concert
2019-01-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Pathways Church, 481 W. Harwood Rdl, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
Our Village Plaza neighbor, Pathways UU Church, invites everyone to attend their first Coffee House Concert of 2019. Steve Brooks — folk singer, song writer, punster — is performing. The concert is Saturday January 12, 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Pathways Church. A $15 donation is requested.

Epiphany
2019-01-06 10:00 - 12:00 | TX
Plan to participate in our special Epiphany service and Intergenerational Christian Formation today when we observe and commemorate of the coming of the Magi as the first manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. We will have a youth Sunday and activities for the entire parish.

Girl Scout Potluck and Cookie Decorating Party
2018-12-15 10:30 - 14:00 | TX
The Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts of Troop 1527 are hosting a pot-luck lunch for the parents of the girls. They also plan to share a holiday craft and decorate Christmas Cookies. The cookies will be given to the church for Sunday morning coffee hour tomorrow.

Prayer Shawl Ministry
2018-03-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-03-28 10:00 - 12:00 | various member homes
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is open to anyone interested in providing hand knit or crocheted shawls, lap robes and baby blankets for people in need of comfort. The group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 10 AM to noon at various members homes. Knitting and crocheting instructions are provided for beginners. Contact Janet Mittag for more information.

Daughters of the King
2018-12-08 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 463 West Harwood Road, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
Extending Christ’s Kingdom through prayer, service and evangelism. Daughters in St. Stephen’s Epiphany Chapter of DOK will meet this month at Marilyn Jones’ home at 3 PM on Saturday, December 8. Check with Marcia Polsgrove for more information.

TCC-NE Vocal Ensembles Holiday Concert
2018-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Martin United Methodist Church, 2621 Bedford Road, Bedford, TX, 76021, United States
Stan Paschal and the Vocal Ensembles of Tarrant County College – Northeast will present their holiday concert on Tuesday December 4 at 7 PM. Enjoy this inspirational evening, with special guests on the harp, marimba, piano and guitar, at Martin United Methodist Church, 2621 Bedford Road, Bedford. Come early to access parking and the best seats. This concert is free and open to the public but the venue fills up quickly.

Holiday Art Show and Auction
2018-11-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Pathways Church, 481 W. Harwood Rdl, Hurst, TX, 76054, United States
Come to an Art Show & Silent Auction Holiday Celebration sponsored by our interfaith partner and neighbor, Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church. The event will be held in our Village Plaza shopping center. Event will include holiday music, performances, DJ, Mr. & Mrs. Claus Photo Ops, hot chocolate and funnel cake sales and more. Rain or Bad Weather date is the following Saturday, November 10, 2018.

Stonegate Elementary Family Picnic
2018-09-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Stonegate Elementary School, 900 Bedford Road, Bedford, TX, 76022, United States
Come to the St. Stephen’s beanbag toss booth at the Family and Community Picnic at Stonegate Elementary School. Help the kids enjoy the family friendly game and pass out cookies with a smile. This event kicks off our church-school partnership for 2018 Contact Barb Cutter for more information.
