Holding Space Together:
A Clergy-Led Gathering for Care and Understanding
Sunday, February 1, 4:00 PM
Bethany United Methodist Church, Sanctuary
10010 Anderson Mill Road
Austin, TX 78750
A Clergy-Led Gathering for Care and Understanding
Sunday, February 1, 4:00 PM
Bethany United Methodist Church, Sanctuary
10010 Anderson Mill Road
Austin, TX 78750
Dear Friends,
As clergy serving congregations in our community, we are writing out of shared care for your well-being. We are aware that many people are carrying a quiet but real sense of uncertainty right now, and that this uncertainty can feel isolating. We want you to know that you are not alone, and that your sacred space remains a place of steady presence and support.
As clergy serving congregations in our community, we are writing out of shared care for your well-being. We are aware that many people are carrying a quiet but real sense of uncertainty right now, and that this uncertainty can feel isolating. We want you to know that you are not alone, and that your sacred space remains a place of steady presence and support.
We are holding a clergy-led gathering on Sunday, February 1 at 4:00 pm to make space for lament, care, and counsel. This is not a rally, an advocacy event, nor a space for debate or persuasion. There will be no calls to action. Our intention is to offer steadiness rather than urgency, understanding rather than pressure. We will lament, explore hope, and offer guidance.
This gathering is being offered primarily for members of our participating congregations. As you are aware of the need, others are welcome at your invitation and as your guest. We offer this gathering as united expression of our ongoing commitment to walk with you in times of uncertainty. Whether or not you are able to attend, please know that your clergy remain available to listen, to care, and to accompany you.
With care,
Rev. Fernanda Casar, Bethany United Methodist Church
Rev. Carolyn Albert Donovan, Peace Lutheran Church
Rev. David Howard, Unity Church of the Hills
Rev. Dr. John Leedy, Hope Presbyterian Church
Rev. Dr. Krystal Leedy, Hope Presbyterian Church
Deacon Don McAvoy, Bethany United Methodist Church
Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dail, Jubilee Episcopal Church
Rev. Hayden Paul, Jubilee Episcopal Church
Rev. Dr. Wade Powell, Bethany United Methodist Church
Rev. Dr. Josh Robinson, Hope Presbyterian Church