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Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Member of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) 2020 Annual Report

Psalm 91

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” 3 For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. 4 He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. 5 You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, 6 nor the pestilence that stalks in darkness, nor the destruction that wastes at noonday. 7 A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. 8 You will only look with your eyes and see the recompense of the wicked. 9 Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place— the Most High, who is my refuge[b]— 10 no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague come near your tent. 11 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. 12 On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone. 13 You will tread on the lion and the adder; the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot.

14 “Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows my name. 15 When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. 16 With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.”

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Member of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) Annual Report 2020 Table of Contents

Rector’s Report...... page 6 Senior Warden’s Report...... page 7 Junior Warden’s Report...... page 8 Altar Flower Ministry...... page 9 Altar Guild...... page 9 Anglicans for Life Ministry...... page 10 Associate ’s Report...... page 10 Brotherhood of St. Andrew Men’s Ministry...... page 11 Bearers...... page 12 Children’s Ministries...... page 12 Eddleman-McFarland Scholarship Fund...... page 14 McFarland Day Nursery...... page 14 Emergency Preparedness...... page 15 Funeral Committee...... page 15 The Gift Shop of Saint Andrew’s...... page 15 Greek...... page 15 Greeters Ministry...... page 16 Kairos Prison Ministry...... page 16 Kitchen Ministry...... page 16 Lay Eucharistic Ministry...... page 16 Memorial Fund...... page 17 Ministry and Mission...... page 17 Music...... page 18 Nursery SONshine Sprouts...... page 18 Prayer Troop Ministry...... page 19 Praying for St. Andrew’s Ministry...... page 19 Publications and Communications Ministry...... page 20 Rally Day...... page 20 Read2Win...... page 21 Ryan Foundation Update...... page 21 Sandwich Ministry...... page 22 SOMA (Sharing of Ministries Abroad)...... page 22 St. Andrew’s Prayer Chain...... page 23 St. Margaret’s Guild...... page 23 St. Martha’s Meals Ministry...... page 24 Stewardship...... page 24 Student Ministries...... page 25 The Rose Lafferty and Flora Foust Educational Funds...... page26 Usher Ministry...... page 26 Wednesday Night ...... page 27 Welcome and Membership Ministry...... page 27 Women’s Evening Bible Study...... page 28 Women of St. Andrew’s Ministries...... page 28 Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church Member of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA)

The Wardens, , and Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church 917 Lamar Street Fort Worth, TX 76102

Pursuant to the Diocesan 26.4.a, the following report is submitted for the calendar year 2020:

(1) The number of persons baptized 12 The number of persons confirmed 9 The number of persons received 1

(2) The number of baptized members 662 The number of Communicants in Good Standing 579 Number of members buried 20 Members transferred out 10 Members transferred in 19

(3) The number of marriages 0

(4) The number of services conducted 179 Total Week Day attendance 2,790 Total Sunday attendance 6,141 Total Communions 2,055

(5) The numbers of teachers in Church Sunday School 10

The number of students Youth 54 Children 57 Nursery 21

(6) Saint Andrew’s Benevolence Fund: Balance as of January 1, 2020 $14,180 Contributions $100 Disbursements $1,985 Balance as of December 31, 2020 $12,295

Respectfully submitted,

The Rev’d Jacob C. Worley

6 Senior Warden Annual Report 2020

God is good, all the time. 2020 was a year given by God even with its trials and challenges. God has continued to uphold St. Andrew’s as He has every year, and we continue to lean upon Him for the year to come. St. Andrew’s began 2020 with a robust agenda to add to ministry, staff, and vision. The Lord provided. The first quarter of the year brought Christine Anderson as our new Systems Administrator in the front office, as well as adding a Wednesday night Compline service. The church switched to using Realm software to better connect and organize the members and ministry of the church. In March, Reed directed the to suspend in-person meetings and services due to the Corona virus. Members of St. Andrew’s stepped up to reach out to our at-risk members isolated at home with notes and phone calls. I can personally attest that these conversations encouraged those that called just as much as they encouraged our vulnerable members. At our Rector’s direction we began to live-stream our Sunday morning services, a first for St. Andrews. As restrictions eased, St. Andrew’s once more opened the doors for services. Rev’d Worley wanted to make sure as many options as possible were available for those who wished to worship and in a safe way. We continued to fine-tune our live-stream services and Zoom Bible studies were started in order to continue to connect and grow as the body of safely. In May, Sam and Katy Wilgus began their ministry at the Willow Park church. Their time at St. Andrew’s was precious as they added to their family with two adorable children and added to our lives. They will be missed, and we wished them well as they followed God’s call. Shane Copeland spent the summer with St. Andrew’s to assist Jake in preaching and ministry during the search for a new Associate Priest. Shane spoke powerfully throughout the summer to lift our hearts to seek God and hold fast to the work he has called us all to do. Further changes in staff occurred over the early spring and summer. Jeff Anderson formally began his call to ministry by enrolling in seminary and started working for St. Andrew’s as lay . Our beloved Judy Mayo retired after many years of faithful service to the children and families of St. Andrew’s. Also, over the summer our new website was rolled out. As our technical capability has grown, it has enabled St. Andrew’s to reach out globally with our live-streamed services. A generous donation allowed us to upgrade our audio/ visual equipment for both the sanctuary and Parish Hall. With our online viewers and regular in-person attendees we have more than doubled our Sunday morning service attendance. Moving forward we will be able to broadcast our Adult Education classes and other services to reach out further. What a during a difficult time! The Lord provided. The Young Adult Ministry began in early summer, led by Jeff Anderson, with a Bible Study and ministry outreach. The East Door Ministry, a long-time ministry of the church, was revived by the Young Adults gathering donations to care for our downtown homeless community. St. Andrew’s again stepped up to stock the East Door closet with clothing, backpacks, and toiletries. The Lord provided. Brent Christian, along with his wife Sarah and their daughters, joined us as the new Associate Priest in September. Brent hit the ground running with teaching, preaching, and ministry. Brent applied his passion for outreach to refine our service to the needy alongside our community partners. As 2020 came to an end, Jake launched his vision “Equipped For...” in the Adult Education hour. He went through the mandate in Ephesians 4:12 where Paul admonishes the church to equip the “people for works of service, so that the may be built up.” Jake stressed the vision of the discipling the members of St. Andrew’s to join them in ministry to the body so that other members and our children will then be equipped to disciple and bring others into ministry. It is an honor to serve as Sr. Warden. As 2021 begins I look with eagerness to the year ahead. With Jake laying out his vision for our church, new ministries being launched, and the challenges that surround us, I pray we will all press into the work that God is doing. I know He leads our way and directs our path. Each member fulfills a much needed part

7 in our church. Whether it is singing in the choir, making PB&Js, teaching our children, helping the homeless, leading a Bible study, sitting on a committee, arranging the altar flowers, serving a meal, or preaching a sermon, each one of us has a role. The Lord calls us to work together for His Glory and our benefit. May we step out boldly to continue to fulfill His call as the Lord provides! In his name, Annette Norred

Jr. Warden’s Annual Report 2020

The year 2020 holds unique memories for many unheard of in our lifetime, yet when viewed within the scope of history the cycles become clear. For the last 2000 years the church has weathered the storm of violence, oppression, war, political unrest, persecution, schism, etc. Our hope, as an anchor of the soul, is firmly set in Christ and His . The Creator hides us under the shadow of His wings, sets us in the cleft of the rock, never leaving or forsaking us. The same cannot be said about real estate and buildings which require constant maintenance to preserve. We have an iconic property on Lamar Street containing beautiful gems of church history from our stained glass to our transept layout to our unique location. These gifts of God are benefits, talents you may say, requiring our attention and continual care as we carry the banner of Christ into the next generation. We hope to benefit the next generation spiritually by properly training in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness and love (2 Peter 1. 5-11). In similar fashion, we hope to preserve and pass on this physical entrustment to the next generation. Many thanks go toTrent Prim from the previous wardenship. He put his shoulder to the task for much needed structural and cosmetic repair to the church. Maintenance tasks over the last year have included: 1. HVAC repairs for the offices upstairs. This repair accomplished a switch over of the aged system to the main boiler/chiller infrastructure that services most of the property. 2. Sump pump replacement for mechanical systems. 3. Piping repairs to the mechanical system. 4. Revamped security system. 5. New AV system in the sanctuary, Moncrief Hall and Koslow Library.

This list is obviously not exhaustive but expresses the general sense of the ongoing needs of a century old property. Jason Dailey, our Facilities Manager, has done a great job in riding herd on these and many other projects to ensure the integrity of our structure.

The new AV system turns quite a corner for St. Andrew’s. The reverent, austere stone church has resisted the onslaught of consumer driven church production for many years. Covid brought in a new perspective on this as much of our activity went online. Admittedly, the production has not been what St. Andrew’s emits, i.e., excellence. The new system, though, is an excellent addition. Our first Sunday was January 10. We had a few glitches that will hopefully get worked out over the next few weeks as we learn the system. I ask for patience as we progress in this effort. The system allows both for recording and live streaming of services in the sanctuary. Additionally, both Moncrief Hall and Koslow Library have the same capacity as cameras/microphones were added there as well. Sunday, January 17, had the first broadcast of Adult Education from Moncrief. Hopefully, these AV additions will further aid the fellowship and spiritual growth of those unable to join in person. I appreciate the opportunity to serve as Junior Warden, which coincidentally is known as the ‘People’s Warden’ in many Episcopal settings. As such, please do not hesitate to contact me to address concerns you have for our great property, or if you would like to be part of the regular upkeep. Humbly Submitted, Richard Cross

8 Altar Flower Ministry Annual Report 2020

Each Sunday flowers or greenery for the altars in the church and chapels are donated to remember, honor, or give thanks for individual members, clergy, extended family members, or ministries or to recognize births, deaths, wed- dings, anniversaries or birthdays. Altar Flower donations can be made by forms available on the Altar Flower bulletin board located in the parish hallway or St. Andrew’s website, www.st-andrews.com/OUR MINISTRIES/WorshipMin- istries or Realm/Giving or by contacting Debbie Mitchell, [email protected]. Respectfully submitted, Debbie Mitchell Altar Guild Annual Report 2020

The St. Andrew’s Altar Guild assists the parish clergy by preparing the altars of the church and chapel for the various Sunday and weekday worship services, as well as numerous special services such as Christmas, Easter, weddings, , , funerals, and . The Altar Guild cares for the silver vessels, brass, linens, hangings, candles, flowers, and the traveling kits used by the and Lay Eucharistic Visitors. Quarterly, we conduct a thorough general cleaning of the altar areas and baptistries and polish all the silver. We make approximately 1,000 palm crosses to be distributed to Union Gospel Mission and San Miguel, and to our parishioners on Palm Sunday. We maintain the greenery in the church, chapel, and Moncrief Hall during Advent, and we add the poinsettias and the bows on the wreaths for Christmas. Membership is open to all St. Andrew’s women who have a sincere interest and ability to commit fully to the time and responsibility of attending to the altars. A membership invitation is extended by the rector. Due to COVID restrictions, no new members were added in 2020. The current membership consists of 40 active members, 2 members on leave of absence and 3 advisory members of all ages with varying lengths of service. With many members having served for 20 years or longer, the combined experience approaches 500 years. The Altar Guild is normally organized into four teams, which rotate weekly throughout the year. Each team is led by a Team Leader. However, during 2020 and due to COVID restrictions, the Altar Guild was unable to operate under normal procedures and, with the great help of Barbara Ragsdale, successfully created a new schedule of procedures utilizing minimal member involvement. The Guild operates using a committee system that was developed and implemented at the end of 2015, distributing leadership responsibilities among the members. Volunteer committees were formed for purchasing supplies, providing hospitality at meetings, performing the extra duties required in Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter, etc., with the four team captains organizing the calendar and alternating as point persons with the church office and the clergy. Elected officers for 2020-2021 are: Suzanne Gill, Secretary; and Patty Wright, Treasurer. Business meetings are held periodically through the year, generally on a first Tuesday of the month. The Guild meets in the evening to accommodate members’ busy schedules. (Meetings during 2020 were suspended due to the COVID restrictions.) Membership dues are $10 per year; funds are distributed with the consent of the membership to benefit a variety of charitable purposes. The Altar Guild collaborates with the Memorial Fund Committee regarding potential uses for designated funds to enhance worship or meet special needs of the parish. It is an honor and a joy to serve in the Altar Guild. Please contact Reverend Worley or any of the team leaders if you would be interested in joining us. Respectfully submitted, Phyllis Leach, Patty Wright, Danielle Sunbarger and Betty Rhea Altar Guild Team Leaders • June 2020 – May 2021

9 Anglicans for Life Ministry Annual Report 2020 Anglicans For Life is in a unique position that applies spiritual and biblical truth to human life issues. Due to the nature of the organization, AFL’s content must always involve both Christian principles as well as human life challenges. AFL is a Christ-centered ministry that upholds Biblical principles concerning the sacredness of life in the Anglican Church. Anglicans For Life is the global Anglican ministry that educates, equips, and engages the Anglican Church in fulfilling Scripture’s mandate to protect the vulnerable, defend the fatherless, and plead for the widow. The St. Andrew’s Fort Worth Chapter of Anglicans for Life participated in our local 40 Days for Life Campaign of peaceful 40 day 24 hour prayer outside Planned Parenthood on John Ryan Drive in southwest Fort Worth. Our ministry is proud to report that we had two St. Andrew’s women and one man out on the curb one day a week for an hour (or more!) for a forty day period. In 2021, our ministry looks forward to greater involvement with our local pro-life outreach center of choice in Fort Worth: Pregnancy Lifeline. We also hope that St. Andrew’s may participate in the exciting growth and expansion of our Fort Worth diocesan AFL chapter under Bishop Reed and diocesan organizer, Gail Kleinschmidt. Please contact Molly Bryant [email protected] if you would like to join our ministry! Respectfully submitted, Molly Bryant mbryant@st-andrew.

Associate Priest’s Annual Report 2020

It has been a joy to join the St Andrew’s family this past year. From the moment the Men’s Bible study helped to unload our Uhaul truck to the many kind gestures of welcome, I have felt loved by St Andrew’s. It is not always easy to move to a new city, especially in a pandemic; however, I have felt cared for in tangible ways by you. Thank you! I hit the ground running in September, trying to listen and learn about the culture of Ft Worth and St Andrew’s. I have been encouraged by what I have seen and heard. Navigating the terrain of meeting everyone has been challenging during COVID and your patience is appreciated. I have spent my time visiting with people either in person or on the phone. Taking communion to those who ask, participating in baptisms and funerals, preparing for Sundays and other events. I have enjoyed getting to know the staff and look forward to serving alongside them in 2021. I also spend my time writing for the various St Andrew’s publications and sermons and Adult Education. It is truly a joy to serve you in Word and Sacrament! I love teaching which is why I looked forward to our Adult Education class each week as we explored together the Thirty-Nine Articles and dug deeper in the book of Zechariah. I will continue to work with Jake and Jeff to provide leadership in our Adult Education. I have worked to get up to speed on our Lay Eucharistic Ministry and really look forward to the day COVID is behind us so that we can get back to our monthly rhythm. Please see my report on this ministry for more information and how you can get involved. I have also spent my time learning from the Ministry and Mission Team and getting to know many of our local and global ministry partners. I have been able to visit our local ministry partners in person and see what they do to minister to all kinds of people in the name of Jesus. I am looking forward to 2021 in connecting St Andrew’s with our partners and our partners with St Andrew’s. You can also see my report on the Ministry and Mission Team for more information and how you can get involved. While 2020 had its fill of challenges I am reminded of God’s steadfast love and faithfulness. David Powlison was fond of saying, “Our God means what he says, and he does what he says he will do.” May we rejoice in his faithfulness shown to us in 2020 and may we fix our eyes upon Jesus as we live for his glory and honor in 2021. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” - Romans 15:13 Respectfully submitted, The Rev’d Brent Christian 10 Brotherhood of St. Andrew Annual Report 2020

The Men’s Ministry at St. Andrew’s is affiliated with the international Anglican discipleship network of men and boys known as the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. The program is designed to foster mentoring, with a focus on raising up a new generation of Christian Men; mutuality, with a focus on fellowship and accountability, one with another within the Body of Christ; and maturity, with a focus of growing in Grace and Christ-likeness of spiritual stature, rooted in the Word Himself and in particular in His Word Written, the Holy Scriptures. Each man is encouraged and, by God’s Grace, equipped to share and spread the Faith, to the end of making disciples of others, one to one in the building up of God’s Kingdom. The core of the Men’s Ministry at St. Andrew’s is the time spent together on Tuesday mornings for prayer, study, and fellowship as Christian Men. We begin with prayer and continue with intensive, biblically based, often very lively discussion over coffee, fruit and pastries. Opportunity is always offered for any man to share personal witness, experiences, needs, sorrows, or joys. During normal times, we start with prayer in the chapel and then move to Koslow library for study and discussion. During this past year, resolved to keep our weekly fellowship going, we made adjustments to accommodate the challenges posed by the pandemic. First, we continued to meet only online using Zoom. Then as allowed by the Bishop, we changed to meeting on Tuesday mornings at 6:45 in-person in the Koslow Library and on Zoom. We have averaged between 17-21 men at each meeting with a wonderful mix of in-person and online participation. Our group’s leaders have done an incredible job of exploring scripture with a biblical perspective that allows for engaging conversation and discussions. In addition to our prayer and bible study fellowship, the Men’s ministry serves our clergy, staff, congregation and local community. The Men’s group reaches out to the community with special projects. We have enjoyed this past year in assisting and participating in many events, in any way needed or requested, including: • The annual Christmas tamale sale benefiting Iglesia San Miguel • Helping setup and teardown of the Christmas Pageant • Teaching Bible studies to young folks at Iglesia San Miguel • Providing financial support to the Bishop Ben Kwashi church in Nigeria • Making sandwiches every week for the Union Gospel Mission of Fort Worth • Providing support for the East Door Ministries • Cooking lunch at the Ronald McDonald House once a month Our group looks forward to serving with grace as we enter 2021, growing our loyal base and adding new faces to our group. We are thankful for the opportunity to serve and expand into new avenues of service and support in serving God and St. Andrew’s. All men of the Parish, as well as from other congregations and those who may not have a congregational home, are invited to come, to be disciples, to make disciples, and to grow in Christ week in, week out, as mentored by the Master Himself. Please contact Richard Cross or Barc Hunter for information about joining us. Respectfully submitted, Doug Batchelor

11 Chalice Bearers Annual Report 2020

The members of St. Andrew’s listed below served as chalice bearers during 2020: Garrison Anderson Barcus Hunter Jeff Anderson Howard Lovett J.T. Aughinbaugh Warren Norred Rick Cleveland Paul Prater Chip Dickey Jim Rhea Dan Fernandez Rob Sell Pete Geren Steve Waters Jeff Grable

Through the year, these men served alongside the priests at Holy Communion at 56 Sunday services in addition to special services at Lent,Thanksgiving and Christmas. Along with the acolytes, this ministry of assisting the clergy in the administration of the Holy Sacrament is a service which we are honored and privileged to conduct. Respectfully submitted, Steve Waters

Children’s Ministries Annual Report 2020

The Children’s Ministries Department at St. Andrew’s has several important goals: 1) to point our children to the unchanging truth of God’s Word and its relevance and application to their lives; 2)to work alongside our parents in forming young disciples of Jesus Christ; 3)to teach our children the important fundamentals of the Christian faith and the blessing of a daily walk with Jesus; 4) to share the meaningful ways, teachings, and traditions of our Anglican heritage and worship; and 5) to demonstrate for our children love and concern for others through specific hands-on projects, activities, and events. 2020 has held a number of challenges for children’s ministries, as for all program areas and ministries in our parish, with the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic in the early spring of this year, but our team of teachers and parents have rallied around in most wonderful ways. Children’s Sunday School: From January through March 15 of 2020, we offered in-person Sunday School for our children of all ages. Beginning March 22, these in-person classes were suspended for some months because of the pandemic. On-site children’s classes did not open again until early October of 2020. It was fortunate that we had already been using an online Children’s Sunday School Curriculum, produced by the Orange Team and chosen by our rector, Jake, since the fall of 2019. This curriculum is solidly grounded in Scripture, and has parent outlines, story summaries, and family discussion questions, as well as Parent Apps, to help parents reinforce weekly studies and monthly Scriptural themes at home. I also sent emails to parents, informing them further of our curriculum studies and adding enrichment ideas, specifically attuned to our own parish and to the themes of the seasons of our liturgical year. Palm Sunday and Easter: With the pandemic, in March and April, we could not have our usual, traditional events of Holy Week and Easter. No Palm Sunday procession with a donkey in the courtyard, no on-site Family Way of the Cross Service, no Easter morning Walk to the Empty Tomb program. But the Rev’d Sam Wilgus, Scott Perry, Lindsay Lindley, and I teamed up to provide some alternative ways to emphasize the events of Holy Week and Easter. Scott edited and added music to produce videos for YouTube. We created and recorded a Family Way of the Cross Service to air on Good Friday. The four of us also stuffed Holy Week and Easter goody bags, with symbols and objects to reinforce the teachings of Holy Week and Easter. Families were offered several times to drive by the church and pick up their Holy Week and Easter bags. We also hand delivered bags to some families who were not able to get to church. Our team of four also offered several other videos. One was a simple talk by Sam Wilgus, and the other two were teaching videos, with some special props and articles appealing to children, on the Ascension of Christ into Heaven 12 and the Coming of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost which aired on Ascension Day and Pentecost, and were then added to the church’s YouTube Library, where families could enjoy them at times convenient for them. Mite Box Project: Since we could not have our Lenten Mite Box Ingathering on our traditional day of Palm Sunday, we moved this ingathering date to Sunday morning, June 28, during the 10:30 service. The Mite Box Offering total this year amounted to slightly over $ 7,000. We were thrilled with this total! The offering this year went to Iglesia San Juan Apostol, the very first Hispanic Anglican mission congregation in our , started in 1985. Fr. Salvador Ordonez, of San Juan, and his people have used this money to tear down an old carport on San Juan’s parking lot and purchase supplies to build a covered patio, which will be helpful for fellowship, since this church has no parish house. Fr. Ordonez also hopes to use some of the money to send some of his children and youth to summer camp and year- round conferences at Camp Crucis. Vacation Bible School: Due to Covid we could not offer a traditional, on-site VBS this summer. Jake asked Sam Wilgus, Scott Perry, Lindsay Lindley, and myself to collaborate and pray and plan together for VBS 2020. We decided on an overall program thrust of Moses’ life. VBS ’20 was titled “On the Move with Moses.”A virtual VBS was a new challenge for sure! We chose five segments in Moses’ life to highlight for study during the five days of VBS. Men and women volunteered to be storytellers each day of VBS. Lindsay and her daughters and Tyler King put together some simple VBS crafts, and Molly Bryant with her daughter Julia planned some delightful games for each day. Scott and members of his band provided VBS music each day. Our clergy served as VBS , along with several clergy from the Diocese. All of VBS was filmed ahead of time. Our VBS team and volunteers stuffed VBS supply bags. VBS was advertised online. Many of our families picked up VBS supply bags, as well as children from outside our parish whose parents had registered them online. We all learned a lot through VBS ’20 and received a number of positive comments regarding the week. All Saints’ Sunday Celebration: We held our traditional All Saints’ Sunday Procession of Saints on Sunday, November 1, which was All Saints’ Day. A good crowd of about two dozen children as well as a dozen adults marched in the procession and participated in an educational program on “The Saints of God” and a series of “saints’ skits” in Moncrief Hall afterwards. Children also designed their own special saints’ shields. A great day! Operation Christmas Child Outreach Project: This worthwhile, worldwide Christian outreach project began in our parish 20 years ago, mostly as a children’s project. The last ten years it has become a great intergenerational church-wide project. This year, despite the pandemic, our parish stuffed 164 shoe boxes to take to our local distribution center. I can say with certainty that some people also stuffed boxes and donated online, so I would guess that our St. Andrew’s boxes totaled at least 175. My heart has for many years been touched by this incredible ministry which takes the Gospel of Jesus Christ, through the gift of a simple shoe box, to thousands and indeed millions of children in hundreds of countries all over the globe. Thanks be to God for the amazing network involved in making this all happen. Nativity Pageant: We were blessed to be able to have our traditional, on-site Advent-Christmas Pageant in the church on December 9. It was smaller this year, due to Covid, but very joyous. The cast of children and youth numbered 35. We had a good crowd for the program. Our special guests this year were Bishop Ryan Reed and his wife, Kathy. Though the children wore masks for a good bit of the program this year (except when speaking or reading), they got into their parts in most wonderful ways. The pageant was followed by a festive reception (rather than a full dinner.) Transition Period: After the incredible privilege of serving on the St. Andrew’s staff as Director of Children’s Ministries (formerly called Director of Religious Education) for 39 years, I retired from the church staff on August 1. We are now in an interim, transition period until Jake names a new Director of Children’s Ministries. Lindsay Lindley is coordinating our children’s program during this transition time. She and Molly Bryant have been teaching the children’s elementary class the past few months. I am excited about volunteering in our parish in a number of ways in the coming months and years, and am always very delighted to step in and teach a class of children or youth. God’s to all, and forward together in the Lord’s work! Respectfully submitted, Judy Mayo, Director of Children’s Ministries through July 31, 2020

13 Eddleman-McFarland Fund Scholarship Fund 2020

The provisions of the joint will of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hays McFarland stipulate that a certain portion of the income from the Carrie McFarland Charitable Trust shall constitute a fund to be known as The Eddleman-McFarland Fund at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. The McFarland Scholarship Committee, delegated by the Rectors, Wardens and Vestry of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, is responsible for distribution of this income to young, needy, qualified residents of Tarrant and Parker Counties for the purpose of advancing their educational pursuits at accredited Texas colleges and trade schools. Accordingly, in 2020, the Eddleman-McFarland Scholarship Committee granted $350,000.00 to 132 students from Tarrant and Parker Counties for enrollment in 32 accredited Texas schools. Members of the Eddleman-McFarland Scholarship Committee who generously gave their time and effort reading applications and interviewing students in order to make award decisions for the 2019-2020academic year are: Roy Gallagher, James Stouffer, Carol King, Hoyt Hoffman, Anita English, Phyllis Leach, Gay Williams, Bonnie Thalman, Darrell Clokey, Nancy Eaton,Tom Laker, and Joe Sunbarger. In making grants to residents of Parker County, the Committee followed the advice of: Dr. Jeffrey M. Hanks of Weatherford Independent School; District Judge Craig Towson, 43rd Judicial District Court Judge; Judge Graham Quisenberry, 415th Judicial District Court Judge; and The Rev. Eric Vowles, Rector of All Saints Episcopal Church, Weatherford. Thanks to the generosity and foresight of Carrie and Frank Hays McFarland over the years, a total of $7,486.260.00 has been given to many young students from Tarrant and Parker Counties enabling them to further their education. Respectfully submitted, Pamela Rhoads, Administrator Eddleman-McFarland Fund

Eddleman-McFarland Day Nursery Annual Report 2020

The McFarland Day Nursery Committee met on November 12, 2020 to consider applications from Day Care organizations for funding in 2021, and to choose recipients of the grants. Applicants were not visited this year due to covid 19 restrictions. Day Nursery Committee Members who generously gave their time visiting agencies and reporting agency needs and their use of funds in 2020 are: David Fussell, Judy Mayo, J.T. Auginbaugh, Charity Auginbaugh, Alethea Harrington, Charlotte Laker, Lindy Penny, Tita Schmid, Lizzie Sell, Carole Duffield and Ruthie Stabile. Discussion of the needs of applicants, the Committee resolved to make the following grants for use by area Child Care Organizations in 2021. Camp Fire –Diamond Hill Station $15,000. Camp Fire –Parker County $7,500. Center For Transforming Lives (YWCA) $30,000. Child Care Associates $20,000. Educational First Steps of Tarrant County $45,000. ($15.000 covid aid) Eugene Crozier Day Nursery $30,000. Presbyterian Night Shelter $20,000. Safe Haven of Tarrant County $45,000.($15,000 covid aid) Union Gospel Mission $30,000. YMCA of Fort Worth $30,000 Total $267,500 We are grateful for the money made available through the Eddleman-McFarland Trust and for the opportunity to serve church and community by administering these funds for child care needs. Respectfully submitted, Pamela Rhoads, Administrator Eddleman-McFarland Fund 14 Emergency Preparedness Annual Report 2020

Due to COVID, the walk through by the Federal Protective Services and training that was going to be scheduled this past year was canceled. Now that we are able to open to the public, I am having the same people come through early this year for a walkthrough and will start looking for training and contacting members about team preferences. I have sent out a couple of emails with free training to the members on my emergency preparedness email distribution list. If you believe you are not on it and want to be, just send an email to [email protected] and I will add you. If you are a greeter or usher, I urge your participation on one of the teams. I look forward to ensuring the safety of the church and its parishioners for years to come once we have everything in place. Respectfully submitted, Jason Dailey, Facilities Manager

Funeral Committee Annual Report 2020

With Covid-19 shutting down large gatherings most of the year, the Funeral Committee only served twice in 2020. On February 17, 2020, a funeral service was held for longtime, faithful member, Anna Belle Thomas. Two days later, on February 19, 2020, a very large visitation service was held for Anne Marion. This visitation was attended by former President George W. and Laura Bush and many others. We lost other dear members of our parish this year, including Betty Claire McKnight; unfortunately, the Funeral Committee was unable to serve them and their families. Respectively submitted, Elaine Lambert

The Gift Shop at Saint Andrew’s Annual Report 2020

The Shop at St Andrew’s had a successful year. Despite The Shop being closed for the majority of the year, we still made a profit. The continued presence on Instagram and Sunday bulletins assisted in our sales. We continue to stock the 1928 prayer book, Bibles, and children’s Bibles. There are special gifts for christenings, baptisms, weddings and a variety of other special occasions. We want to particularly thank Tracie Cross for volunteering every Sunday throughout the holiday seasons. This year, the profits from the sale of toffee went to The Taste Project. We were able to send them a check for $1000.00!!! Thank you to one and all who purchased the toffee and made this possible. WE ARE THE GIFT THAT GIVES TWICE! Respectfully submitted, Diane McMullen and Michelle McConnell

Greek Class Annual Report 2020

St. Andrew’s periodically offers a beginner’s Greek class for those interested in learning enough Greek to translate the Greek New Testament. Our textbook is: The Elements of New Testament Greek, by Jeremy Duff. This is a pro- gressive course. Part I is a weekly offering that focuses on mastering the basics of Greek grammar. Part II is a weekly offering during which participants translate portions of the Greek New Testament. We are currently in Part II. For more information, contact Suzanne Hearn, [email protected]. Respectfully submitted, Suzanne Hearn

15 Greeters Ministry Annual Report 2020 I was asked to be the Greeter Coordinator in the Summer of 2020 in the midst of the Covid pandemic. Due to illness and fear of illness, we have struggled to have greeters at our doors. I am working to change that. Moving forward into 2021, my goal is to enlarge the greeter group by inviting those who are currently coming into the church to join us as a greeter. Several have committed and are ready to welcome members as well as visitors to God’s house through friendly, authentic service. I believe when vaccinations are concluded for the general population, many of our current people will come back into service as they have expressed a love for greeting and a hope to be back soon. Respectfully submitted, Michelle McConnell Kairos Annual Report 2020 Unfortunately, I must inform you that there were no Kairos Ministry activities at Hutchins State Jail and Prison in 2020 caused by the appearance of the Covid-19 virus to our shores. We will be resuming the ministry for Christ among the incarcerated as soon as the condition has been rectified and it is determined that all concerned in the ministry are assured of their safety. Respectfully submitted, Jim Rhea Kitchen Annual Report 2020 This year the kitchen was closed from March-September. We are now open with some new protocols. Every Sunday morning, the kitchen serves breakfast to an average of 50 people; with the help of nursery staff and some volunteers, we can safely serve while wearing masks and gloves. We also serve dinner on Wednesday nights. Food is also prepared and served by the kitchen throughout the year for various receptions, meetings, and other events. The past year we added a new bi-monthly fellowship event hosted by kitchen and different ministries called “In the Courtyard,” which has been a great success. We have served tacos, ice cream, hamburgers, and chili so far. Kitchen Coordinator responsibilities include supplying the kitchen with various needed supplies (including coffee, plasticware, etc.), shopping, and meal planning, as well as directing kitchen staff and a team of volunteers who help with big events. Our kitchen is also used by the Women’s Ministry, the Sandwich Ministry, and the Men’s Ministry. We enjoy one another’s fellowship, and strive to share with those we serve the joy and love of Christ. Respectfully submitted, Lindsay Lindley, Kitchen Coordinator

Lay Eucharistic Ministry 2020 St Andrew’s Lay Eucharistic Ministry has served those in the parish who cannot attend services for a variety of reasons. We have a great group of Lay Eucharistic Volunteers (LEV) who comfort “those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God” (2 Cor 3:3-4). St Andrew’s Lay Eucharistic ministry seeks to comfort others by pointing them to Jesus! While COVID has presented a particular challenge for the Lay Eucharistic Volunteers, they have still reached out with phone calls and cards. Some have still been able to visit and share an abbreviated Communion Liturgy and the Lord’s Supper with St Andrew’s congregants who are physically unable to worship at church. We look forward to the day when COVID is behind us and we can get back on a consistent monthly schedule. Visits are about fellowship as well as participating in the Lord’s Supper. Through LEV visits we hope that those who are not able to join us physically at services can still be included in the life of our parish. We welcome new members. Also any member of St Andrew’s unable to attend Holy Communion due to infirmity may receive an LEV. To inquire about a congregant in need of an LEV, please contact me at bchristian@st-andrew. com or 817-717-1024. Respectfully submitted, The Rev’d Brent Christian 16 Memorial Fund Annual Report 2020

The Memorial Fund Committee met only twice in 2020 due to the Covid-19 restrictions and the availability of committee members. A request was made from the Vestry for funds to replace the of the acolytes due to very noticeable wear and tear. The amount of the request was $12,000 which the committee approved upon being put to a vote of all present. The Vestry is investigating the possibility of making some changes to the library to provide additional space for young people to meet, fellowship and study. This would be in addition to the space already provided for youth and young people’s activities in the South end of the education building. The request was for funds to support the cost of the changes. Since there were no specific amounts requested and the degree to which the changes would go, the matter was tabled until the committee could be afforded greater detail of what it is that the Vestry has in mind. The area in question is presently being used to accommodate nursing mothers who wish to be able to view and hear the services in the sanctuary since it is wired for remote viewing of same. All in all, it has been a quiet year and with limited donations in memory of loved ones. Our special friend and tireless disciple of Christ, Fred Cleveland, through his dedication to serve the people in Malawi, has been remembered by many. Those funds will go to Malawi to help pay for a desperately needed roof for the church in his memory. Further funds in his memory should be noted as restricted for that purpose. As of this report, the committee is awaiting the transfer of funds from the general fund to determine the balance of funds in the Memorial Fund account. Respectfully submitted, Jim Rhea, Chair

Ministry and Mission Annual Report 2020

The Mission and Ministry Team serves to connect the church to our outreach partners, and our partners to the church. Seminary professor Harvie Conn in his book Evangelism reminds us that “the church must recapture its identity as the only organization in the world that exists for the sake of its nonmembers.” The Ministry and Mission Team is encouraged by the many ways that the members of St Andrew’s serve both individually and corporately those outside the four walls of our church. The Mission and Ministry Team has made the recommendation to the Vestry to continue support to our partners with the addition of Cornerstone Assistance Network. Please visit the church website to learn more about all our partners. Also a second edition ministry partner booklet will be published in early 2021 with descriptions of each of our ministry partners. We are also working on creating various “Go” events for St Andrew’s members to serve our partners in 2021. The Mission and Ministry Team included for most of 2020 Nancy Komatsu, Ken Creighton, Stacey Rumfelt, and Kelly Worley. I joined the team in September and my wife, Sarah Christian, also joined late in the year. Kelly Worley also rotated off the team at the end of the year. Our local partners include: Camp Crucis, CaMp Ministries, Cornerstone Assistance Network, Search Ministries, Union Gospel Mission, Victory Temple, and Wings of Hope. Our global partners include: Diocese of Northern Malawi, CaMp Global Ministries, Dorcas Day (Wycliffe/JAARS), Mission Initiative, SOMA USA, and School of Ministry. If you would like to get involved or have any questions please contact me at [email protected] or 817-717- 1024. Respectfully submitted, The Rev’d Brent Christian

17 Music Ministry Annual Report 2020 The Music Ministry of St. Andrew’s has continued to stay busy throughout this past year, in spite of all the challenges faced. Glenda Robinson and Amanda Daily and members of the choir have tirelessly provided music for the church services. Though our numbers were few at times, the desire to worship God through their gifts has remained strong. It is our prayer and hope that things will continue to return to a more stable state so that the numerous activities and additional services that we were accustomed to providing will be able to continue. Thank you for your continuous support of the various elements of St. Andrew’s Music Ministry. Respectfully submitted, Jason Runnels, Choirmaster

(SONshine Sprouts) Nursery Annual Report 2020 The SONshine Sprouts Nursery has experienced many changes this past year. With COVID-19, we were closed March-September. During this time, we assembled some curriculum packets for pickup, care packages, and reached out to families with calls and texts. We were able to keep all nursery staff during this time as well. On October 4, 2020, we were able to open and be available for all church-wide events with some new protocols. All rooms and toys are sanitized before and after each use. All nursery workers will be wearing masks. We have four nursery rooms to divide for the different ages of children. The four rooms are decorated and stocked with age-appropriate toys and supplies. The Starry Night room is for our infants. We have three fire evacuation cribs, a changing table, jumpers, swings, and toys. This room also provides a place for nursing mothers. The Sunshine room is our young toddler room. In this room you will find plenty of fun toys and activities. The Under the Sea room is for our older toddlers. In this room you will find four play centers and plenty of manipulatives. Our last room is The Ark Playroom, which is used for all toddlers. In this room you will find a small playground, trampoline, mini coaster, and train sets. All four rooms have been updated to be within the Safety and Fire Regulations. Our nursery curriculum used every Sunday is the Bible ABCs. It is an introduction to the Bible through the letters of the alphabet: each week a new letter is introduced, and a corresponding biblical character or theme, Bible verse, and attribute of God. There are craft projects, coloring, singing, etc. It starts every spring, with breaks for liturgical year/ season specific activities. The nursery staff is committed to doing their best to provide a happy, safe, and loving environment. All nursery staff have been certified in CPR and First Aid as well as training on the AED. The staff is also required 10 hours yearly in childcare training. Each Sunday you can expect to see at least 4 workers in the nursery. The number of children we see come in and out of the nursery fluctuates from week to week but overall, we tend to serve about 20 children annually ranging from infant to five years. “Don’t shine so others can see you, shine so that through you others can see Him.” -C.S. Lewis Respectfully submitted, Lindsay Lindley, Nursery Director

18 Prayer Troop Annual Report 2020 At St. Andrew’s, we believe deeply in the power of prayer and prayer warriors. Every Sunday, you will find -led prayer services in the Koslow Library at 9:00 a.m. between the 8:00 am and 10:30 services. The first Sunday of the month is the Prayer Troop Service. We are a special group at St. Andrew’s formed ten years ago (2011!) with the specific mission to pray continually for all service men and women of each military branch in all areas of their service and home life. We often participate in special initiatives and collections which help service men and women directly. We meet every first (Communion) Sunday of the month in the Shuman Chapel to pray specifically for our troops. This group uses the Zoom platform, as well, to pray with our members who are in their homes on Sunday mornings. How can you get involved? • Call/email us to add a serviceman/woman’s name to our specific prayer list. • Join our email list to receive specific, updated prayers and requests for our servicemen and women. • Attend monthly Prayer Troop services held in the chapel at every first (Communion) Sunday of the month. • Help with Prayer Troop initiatives such as sending care packages to servicemen and women or taking collections. • Keep the Prayer Troop informed of local and/or national outreach programs in which we may participate. Respectfully submitted, Molly Bryant

Praying for St. Andrew’s Annual Report 2020 The “Praying for St. Andrews” prayer team is a lay-lead group of parishioners praying for the needs of our parish, gathering every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Sunday of the month. In response to the COVID pandemic, we are currently meeting via zoom at 8:50 am on Sundays, with those who are at church joining from McFarland Lounge. We use a very simple prayer guide where a leader opens with Scripture and closes with a collect for prayer. The guide is organized so that we pray by name for our church and diocesan clergy and staffs, Sunday events and services, our many ministries and outreaches, and special needs that occur seasonally. Our clergy often send specific prayer requests for St. Andrew’s, themselves or other needs. We usually end by 9:20 so that team members can attend the Christian Education session. Praying for St. Andrew’s is one avenue for prayer that, together with the Prayer Troop service, the Prayer Chain and Prayer Shawl Ministry, makes up the broader parish network of prayer. ALL parishioners are welcome to join us, whether once, every week, or just whenever you can. No prior experience necessary! Our group ranges from 4-8 people, and more parishioners, who feel led to pray for our parish are needed now more than ever in these times of tremendous challenge for our church. Our hope and prayer for 2021 is that the pandemic will end, and all the Praying for St. Andrew’s Prayer team members can return to pray together onsite. We know the Lord wants us to come to Him in prayer to lift up the needs of our parish and that He always hears our prayers. Throughout the year we have seen many prayers answered. To join via zoom, watch for the weekly notice and link in the Voice. To learn more about this prayer ministry, please contact Nancy Komatsu (nancykomatsu7@gmail. com) or Beckie Geren ([email protected]). Respectfully submitted, Nancy Komatsu and Beckie Geren

19 Publications and Communications Annual Report 2020 Publications and Communications has experienced a very busy year. COVID19 expanded our online presence exponentially. We began live-streaming our 10:30 services in March and have continued to include more events online. Thanks to the video efforts of Scott Perry several of our events such as Rally Day, VBS, Evening Prayer and Youth Sunday School are currently available online on Youtube, and on the St. Andrew’s website. Our Youth and Children’s education is available online Sundays, as well as in the classroom. A team of dedicated servants led by Lindsay Lindley and Judy Mayo along with Scott Perry produced videos for special events for children including VBS 2020. I would be remiss if I did not mention the Herculean efforts of Jason Runnels, Jason Dailey and John Campbell, our tech advisor, in recording and producing the Good Friday Service, The Seven Last Words of Christ in an online format. It is our ministry’s job to see that all of these efforts are available to parishioners online through social media, web and The Voice, our weekly e-newsletter. In addition to our online presence we continue to publish the Sunday bulletins and any other print publications and mailings and signage that are needed. We unveiled our new website in September of 2020. Due to the expanded responsibilities of our increased online presence we also hired a part-time assistant for Social Media, McKenzie Cockrum. Despite the negative effects of COVID19, in 2020 we experienced an incredible growth in spreading the Gospel. Our increased online presence has taken our services global and enabled St. Andrew’s to touch lives that might never have had access to our services. It is my belief that this department is where all the ministries function as a body in spreading the Good News of God’s love even in a world that appears to be full of bad news. Respectfully submitted, Peggy Rush

Rally Day Annual Report 2020 The 2020 Rally Day committee included Laura Anderson, Anita English, and Lindsay Lindley. After tedious hours of technical work by Scott Perry, the first virtual Rally Day was launched in late September. The theme was “Taste and see that the Lord is good” Ps 34:8 which is the heart of Taste Community Kitchen, our beneficiary for the event. Twenty eight organizations/ministries presented information for involvement virtually. While fellowship together was missed, this new endeavor produced a valuable tool that can continue to be used for prospective or new members of St. Andrew’s. The committee’s hope is that this will be an encouragement for involvement and service at St. Andrews and sharing the gospel through our outreach to the community. Contributions collected from the event went to Taste Community Kitchen Restaurant. Respectfully submitted, Anita English

20 Read2Win Annual Report 2020 Read2Win is an adopt-a-school literacy campaign designed to eliminate illiteracy in the Ft. Worth Independent School district by having churches (626 churches in Fort Worth) adopt every elementary school (84 in Ft. Worth) and for each church to provide reading coaches for every single first grader needing a little extra coaching to go into the second- grade reading at second grade level. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all FWISD schools beginning the week of March 15 2020 were closed and instruction became virtual. No visitors were allowed inside the school buildings. The Read2Win program could not continue for the remaining 2019-2020 school year. The Read2Win program is still on hold for the 2020-2021 school year until the program can be structured to be delivered virtually or visitors can once again be allowed in the schools. The Read2Win program follows the FWISD calendar. The typical Read2Win session is 30 minutes per child. Each Adult Reading Coach is asked to work with two children per visit. St. Andrew’s is partnered with De Zavala Elementary School in the Fairmount neighborhood. During the FWISD school year 2020-2021, five St. Andrew’s parishioners were Adult Reading Coaches; Jason Dailey, Sue Boileau, Bob Boileau, Ardie Holsinger, and Debbie Mitchell. Twelve students were coached. Each new Adult Reading Coach attends a Read2Win group training session before being assigned students. Read2Win is using Frog Street Press’s 28-week lesson plan. Read2Win Volunteer Literacy Initiative covers three core components of reading. They are: 1. High Frequency Sight Word Recognition, 2. Phonetic Proficiency, and 3. Reading Comprehension. Contact Debbie Mitchell, Campus Coach for Read2Win at [email protected] or [email protected] or 817-831-7072 for details and to become an Adult Reading Coach. You can truly help a child have a chance at life and at the same time enable our church to make one school completely literate over the next few years. The social and economic benefits will be enormous. Respectfully submitted, Debbie Mitchell

Ryan Foundation Update 2020 Dear Ryan Foundation, I recently completed the fall semester at Reformed Theological Seminary, and will be starting the spring semester on January 11. In an effort to maximize my time, I am taking some courses through the RTS virtual campus as well as in- person courses. At this point, I am slightly ahead of schedule in the MDiv program and I am hoping to maintain my current pace. Church / family commitments and the particular requirements of individual courses will affect this, but I have been able to keep things balanced, so far. I will keep you updated on my academic progress Additionally, I continue to move forward into the ministry opportunities the Lord is giving me at St. Andrew’s. I am preaching on a regular basis, helping teach adult ed Sunday School, and leading a weekly home-based Young Adult Bible Study in which we work our way chapter by chapter through biblical books. I have helped spearhead the reopening of St. Andrew’s outreach ministry to the homeless and needy in our community by overseeing the initial stocking / planning of the East Door Ministry (a “quick supply” ministry which provides immediate needs for our neighbors in need). We are hoping to open this ministry by the end of January. And, of course, I have been blessed to take advantage of the many interactions the Lord has given me with the people at our excellent church. As I could not do any of this without the generosity of the Ryan Foundation, I once again send you my thanks. Your funding continues to be a blessing to me and my family as we go through this phase of our lives. Thank you, again, and may the Lord continue to show each of you His grace and provision. I am praying for you. Sincerely submitted, Jeff Anderson, Seminarian 21 Sandwich Ministry Annual Report 2020

St. Andrew’s in partnership with the Union Gospel Mission, is currently making one hundred and twenty- five to one hundred and fifty sandwiches five days a week, fifty-two weeks a year to enable the Union Gospel Mission to distribute these sandwiches! Due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Sandwich Ministry was halted for three months, resuming the week of July 6. Our thanks go to Rande Ross, Rebecca Egger, Ruthie Stabile, Sherryn Smith, Adrienne Rosen, Gay Williams, Beth Prim, Tammy Fernandez, Annette Norred, Nancy Eaton, Mary McKee, the Tuesday morning team; Richard Cross, Nic Cain, Andre Irwin, James Wilhoite, Doug Batchelor, and Christopher Hopkins and others who pitch in, and especially to our kitchen staff and Charlotte Laker who coordinate the purchase of the supplies, Debbie Mitchell, liaison with Union Gospel Mission, and those who generously underwrite this mission by their financial support! Come join us! Respectfully submitted, Debbie Mitchell

SOMA (Sharing of Ministries Abroad) Annual Report 2020

SOMA is a mission agency called to serve the Anglican Church around the world—building up and equipping the Body of Jesus Christ through the transforming grace of the Holy Spirit. Celebrating 40 years of ministry in 2019, SOMA works principally through short-term, cross cultural missions for the transformation of individuals, churches and communities. SOMA USA has taken missions to over fifty countries and six continents with conferences and training to strengthen , priests, lay leaders, churches and . Many St. Andrew’s parishioners have served on mission teams, as prayer team support, and as senders over the years, a powerful faith building experience as disciples of Jesus. In February 2020 before the pandemic hit, SOMA led a mission to the Diocese of Mandalay, Myanmar, on the work of the Holy Spirit and the power of intercession in ministry. With a mission to Uganda in February, St. Andrew’s Rector Jake Worley served on the team leading a clergy-spouse conference in the Diocese of Sebei, with a focus on healing and strengthening marriages and bringing unity among clergy of the diocese. Through its “Mission to the USA”, SOMA USA has brought dynamic Anglican leaders to inspire passionate re- commitment to the Gospel for clergy and lay leaders around the United States, including preaching and teaching events at St. Andrew’s. During the pandemic, SOMA pivoted to ministry via zoom meetings led by global Christian leaders in our “ to Pastor” series. St. Andrew’s clergy participated with others in our diocese and around the US and abroad in sessions to strengthen and encourage Church leaders in this most challenging time of ministry. Session leaders have included Archbishop Foley Beach, Bishop Rennis Ponniah, Archbishop Miguel Uchoa, Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba, and Archbishop Ben Kwashi. SOMA USA is grateful to partner with St. Andrew’s through mission in continuing to serve and strengthen the global Anglican Church, even in this time of great challenge for ministry. Respectfully submitted, Dr. Glen Petta

22 St. Andrew’s Prayer Chain Annual Report 2020 This is a confidential and caring service ministry of St. Andrew’s. The members will pray for anyone, for any reason, and for as long as necessary. There are over 30 dedicated members who faithfully pray daily for each prayer request. The prayer list is emailed every Monday afternoon. Prayer requests can be submitted by calling St. Andrew’s office and leaving a message on extension 3501 which is a secure extension, to Ethel Warren by telephone at 817 946-8284 or by email at [email protected]. Permission should be obtained before submitting the name of someone other than oneself. If interested in being a member of the Prayer Chain, please contact Rector Jake Worley at 817 717-1017. Through the faithfulness of St. Andrew’s “prayer warriors”, God has answered many prayers and bestowed many blessings. Respectfully submitted, Ethel Warren

Saint Margaret’s Annual Report 2020 Saint Margaret’s Guild has grown to a membership of 53. I am very excited about this and give God the Glory for his Perfect Direction. We continue to have a Closed Facebook website page and a Group website on our church page to check for updates. Various events, useful information for stitching, pictures of Kneelers, and recognition of new members and members’ birthdays are posted on our Facebook site. Members not active on the computer receive emails and calls when needed. We continue each year to use our talents to show God’s love to others through the Designs of each Kneeler stitched. Goals: The objective for St Margaret’s is to create a friendly, informative organization while using our talents for others through stitching for several church projects and loved ones in our families. We have a generation project for providing Needlepoint Kneelers for our sanctuary. We currently have 33 kneelers in place and 10 more are in progress for com- pletion. The present cost for each kneeler is $825.00. This price includes the fee for our art designer, Sheilah Oscher, the cost of threads and upholstery and free instruction on problems encountered. Biblical Themes of Kneelers 1. OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT (placed in chronological order; only Bible stories listed are available in NT and OT sections; no changes/additions may be made to these Designs for formality purposes.) 2. GOD’S WORLD 3. SAINTS AND PROPHETS Nursery Ministry Project: Our Nursery Division has several baby blankets, bibs, and washcloths currently being stitched. One blanket for a Baby Boy will be ready in January as well as several wash cloths. Future Plans: Plans are for a formal Kneeler book to be placed on a pedestal in the back of the church for special seasons and ser- vices. This book will provide the name of the kneeler, the stitcher’s name, and the person commissioning the kneeler as well as the name of any memorial associated with the kneeler. Prayerfully submitted, Danielle Sunbarger, Chairperson, St. Margaret’s Guild

23 St. Martha’s Meal Ministry t Annual Report 2020 The purpose of the Meals Ministry is to help parishioners by providing meals during a time of need for the individual or family. Many times, this occurs after a hospital stay - recovering from surgery, the birth of a baby, a death in the family; young and old alike need help at various times. It is the aim of St Martha’s to unite those interested in giving their time to provide and deliver meals with those in need of help. The Meals Ministry does not hold meetings or have a budget. Each member donates their time and money to provide meals. The Meals Ministry uses “Care Calendar” online to facilitate meal co-. The name of individuals needing assistance with meals is referred via Pastoral Ministry, church office and others within the parish to the Meals Ministry Coordinator who then sets up the family Care Calendar. Anyone may volunteer to serve in this ministry by emailing the coordinator/signing up on Rally Day/contacting church office. The list below shows numbers of families and meals served over the last 12` years. 2008 – 4 Families/20 Meals 2009 – 2 Families/10 Meals 2010 – 10 Families/57 Meals 2011 – 5 Families/26 Meals 2012 – 6 Families/54 Meals 2013 – 4 Families/47 Meals 2014 – 3 Families/24 Meals 2015 – 6 Families/47 Meals 2016 – 3 Families/26 Meals 2017 – 5 Families/30 Meals 2018 – 9 Families/60 Meals 2019 – 2 Families/21 Meals 2020 – 5 Families/45 Meals Total –59 Families/467 Meals Respectfully submitted, Barbara Ragsdale, St. Martha’s Meals Ministry Coordinator

Stewardship Annual Report 2020 “For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” Galatians 6.8

Paul’s words to the church in Galatia tells us that followers of Christ are called to be about the work of sowing and reaping in a way that has eternity in view. The stewardship season of the fall of 2020 focused on “Kingdom Building Through Courageous Giving…You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead.” To that end, every Sunday worshipper at St. Andrew’s during October was presented with a gift of the book, Managing God’s Money, by Randy Alcorn. Jesus says more about how we are to view and handle money and possessions than about any other topic— including both heaven and hell. In Managing God’s Money, Randy Alcorn breaks down exactly what the Bible has to say about how we are to handle our money and possessions in a simple, easy-to-follow format. Filled with Scripture references, Managing God’s Money is the perfect reference tool for anyone who is interested in gaining a solid biblical understanding of money, possessions, and eternity. St. Andrew’s stewardship program emphasizes making an intentional commitment to support God’s work in the world through our church by financial pledges for 2021 as one important aspect of our discipleship to Jesus. The

24 In-Gathering and of Gifts happened in the context of All Saints’ Sunday, on November 1st and November 8th, 2020. This is a special time in the Christian year that celebrates our life together in the community of St. Andrew’s and in the fellowship of all followers of Jesus on earth and who have gone before us. We had the ingathered pledges blessed in the courtyard following the 8:00 am and 10:30 am services so that parishioners could consecrate their pledges and celebrate “social distance style.” St. Andrew’s enjoyed donut and taco receptions on each of those Sundays following the blessing. How good it was for us to get back together as a body and celebrate all the Lord has given us! As we begin the first quarter of 2021, Over 30% of households have increased their pledge for the new year. 12 new pledging households have come in so far. Currently we have $771,000 from 98 pledging families. The supernatural acts of generosity by the people of St. Andrew’s throughout this past difficult year — serving, leading, financial giving and caring for one another — strengthened our parish. We give heartfelt thanks for the grace shown in the generosity of St. Andrew’s people and, above all, for the Lord’s unfailing provision for us and for all whom he has made. Respectfully submitted by Molly & Dave Bryant and Lizzie & Rob Sell, Stewardship Co Chairs

Student Ministry Annual Report 2020 Our Student Ministry began our year as usual, meeting for Sunday School on Sunday mornings in the Youth Lounge and Cafe, and arranging for “Sunday Night Live” on Sunday evenings at the church or in the homes of host families in our parish. Beginning on March 22, 2020, Youth Sunday School moved online, to our YouTube channel created for it and other ministries, St. Andrew’s Virtual Content. In our videos, we have maintained all the ingredients of our usual Sunday School classes: singing (hymns and newer songs, some original), prayer (from Family Morning Prayer and Additional Prayers, pages 587-600 of the 1928 , as well as other prayers and collects), and study of the Bible or some topic from a biblical perspective, usually in series lasting several weeks to several months. Our first few videos concluded a series we began in August of 2019 we called “Revelation: The End of the Beginning,” working through the book of Revelation, not only its complicated Old Testament allusions, but its relevance to our lives today. Since Easter, we have studied passages appointed by the , focusing in the long season on Old Testament readings. This has given us the opportunity to survey a wide range of Old Testament literature, spending time with books we have not often or ever studied, particular in the prophets. (Our YouTube channel has also included videos created for our Children’s Ministry on special liturgical occasions [among them an extended virtual Family Way of the Cross], Evening Prayer services, Compline services, Family Prayer services, lessons, homilies, talks, performances of music, announcements, updates, and most involvedly a Virtual VBS and Virtual Rally Day.) Youth Sunday School resumed in person October 4, 2020. Each week it is filmed and edited and subsequently made available online. Sunday Night Live—at which we have sung, prayed, had brief devotionals (led by myself, parents, or Student Ministry volunteers), and had a time of fellowship and fun, food and games—has remained on hiatus. We did not conduct a Youth Confirmation Class in 2020: a decision was made with our rector to move the customary/ recommended age for Confirmation up from 6th grade to 8th grade. We accordingly anticipated a year or two of there being no youth confirmands. A summer trip this year was not of course possible; most of our ministry and mission has been to support one another in these strange times, through the resources we have made available, staying in touch, visiting together when safe, and of course through prayer. In some ways, our Virtual VBS project served as a missionary endeavor (as did our Virtual Rally Day), crafted to be shareable and even usable by other churches (at least one other church in our diocese did use it). Our students were instrumental in its success, from planning, building and decorating sets, preparing and packaging kits of supplies, and performing.

25 By the numbers: we currently have about 30 students on our roster, with about 10 of them serving as liturgical acolytes. The year ahead: we will continue our regular rhythm of Sunday School, continuing to make it and other material also available online. We will resume our other customary activities when it seems safe and wise to do so. Please continue to pray for our students and their families, “that being made strong by the Holy Spirit, they may resist temptation and overcome evil, and may rejoice in the life that now is, and dwell with Christ in the life that is to come.” Respectfully submitted, Scott Perry, Director of Student Ministries

The Rose Lafferty and Flora Foust Educational Fund Annual Report 2020

The Rose Lafferty and Flora Foust Educational Fund provided scholarships for the 2020-2021 school year to 134 students from Tarrant County and Erath County. The total amount of scholarships awarded is $359,000.00 to 29 colleges or universities throughout the state of Texas. Respectfully submitted, Jack Rush

Usher Ministry Annual Report 2020 The Usher Ministry is comprised of dedicated male volunteers who give of their time to help with the needs of the church family. The Ministry’s primary duties are serving at all 10:30 church services, as well as at special services, funerals, etc., when needed. The Ministry is led by Tom Laker, under the direction of the clergy. There are currently five (5) usher teams as follows (team leaders listed in bold type):

Bill Penny Bob Haslam Paul Prater Matt McLaughlin Mike Leach Jim Stouffer Doug Batchelor Tyrrell Hearn Joe Sunbarger J.T. Aughinbaugh Tom Laker Warren Norred Patrick Woodson Chip Dickey Tom Hodges Jim Rhea Roy Gallagher Frank Bailey David Fussell Tim Watkins Jeff Grable Doug Wright David Brunette Bill Anderson Mike Palmer Dick Moncrief Jason Cauble Trent Prim Howard Lovett Richard Cross Robert Self

26 Wednesday Night Compline Annual Report 2020

2020 saw a reinvention of what had previously been “FX (Family Experience).” In March, we began Compline, which included, in addition to the brief night service Compline (adapted from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer in the spirit of the 1928 book), dinner, a set of music (hymns and newer songs of worship, some original) by the house band, and a talk. Nursery was made available, as well as separate programming for elementary school-aged children. In the same month, Compline moved online, to our YouTube channel created for it and other ministries, St. Andrew’s Virtual Content. Videos have included performances of music, talks on passages of scripture, and prayers. Since Compline’s beginning in Lent, the talks have been on passages appointed by the lectionary, focusing in the long season on readings. This has produced series on Romans on Acts. (Our YouTube channel has also included Youth Sunday School, Evening Prayer services, Family Prayer services, lessons, homilies, talks, performances of music, announcements, updates, videos created for our Children’s Ministry on special liturgical occasions [among them an extended virtual Family Way of the Cross], and most involvedly a Virtual VBS and Virtual Rally Day.) In November, Compline resumed in person, only to then move back solely online for reasons related to COVID-19. These redesigned Wednesday nights (which have resumed in person in 2021), in addition to the above ingredients, also include a concurrently running Children’s Choir practice, while throughout the evening the chapel is made available for private prayer. Attendance has been around 30, including attenders of all ages. The overall presentation of Compline has been technologically high-quality, with an atmosphere designed to be welcoming, relaxed, and worshipful. Attenders have reported positive feedback. Respectfully submitted, Scott Perry, Director of Student Ministries

Welcome and Membership Fund Annual Report 2020

Our goal is to provide a warm welcome to those who visit and encourage/help them become a part of our parish family. A basic description of our Welcome Ministry process is as follows: After an initial greeting has been made to guests who are visiting, we record the visit in the parish Weekly Membership Update which is emailed to all staff and greeter heads. Depending on the interests checked on the guest’s Prayer and Connection Card, Head of Ministry contact persons are consulted to confer with the guest/inquirer or will be chosen at this point. If no interests are indicated on the card, a ministry team member or staff member will contact the guest based on demographic or other information. The Head of the Welcome Ministry/Guest and Member Services always establishes contact with each visiting guest through either an email or a phone call, depending on the information provided. The Priest Associate sends out a letter of Welcome to each guest. If a guest indicates that he or she wishes to join the church, the Welcome Ministry/Guest and Member Services Head walks them through that process by scheduling the person for the next Exploring St. Andrew’s class. If and/or confirmation is desired, this Ministry Head files these requests with the Rector and Parish Administrator. If the guest/new member wishes, it is the work of this Ministry to enter all of their contact information into the parish directory and upload their family photo. In 2020, St. Andrew’s added 19 new members through transfer (this number is not counting additional new members through baptism). In 2019, that number was 27. This decrease can be directly attributed to our being able to only have one Exploring (membership) Class in 2020 due to COVID restrictions.

Other objectives accomplished by this ministry in 2020: • Our Systems Administrator, Christine Anderson, developed and promoted our parish’s major upgrade 27 and transfer from ACS to REALM database and online website portal in order to increase member access to directory, calendar, and giving information. More parishioners are using the app to pledge online and donate directly to church and mission initiatives. We made this transfer in May of 2020 and already 181 parishioners are using the app and online portal! • Our Systems Administrator, Christine Anderson organized ongoing refreshment of our online photo directory now visible within the REALM app and online portal. • If you would like to be part of the Saint Andrew’s Welcome or Membership ministries OR would simply like to access/update your photo or contact and personal information in the online database, please email or call Molly Bryant: [email protected] 817.727.5200 or contact Christine Anderson in the church front office or email her: [email protected]. Respectfully submitted, Molly Bryant [email protected]

Women’s Evening Bible Study Annual Report 2020

Women’s Evening Bible Study is offered in addition to the day studies and appeals to women who work or who, for various reasons, prefer an evening gathering. It is usually a small group bible or book study and may include optional encouragement to commit selected scriptures to memory. The event begins at 5 pm for refreshments and fellowship. The bible study begins at 5:30 and ends at 6:30 pm. We usually meet in the homes of group members but are currently conducting our studies via zoom. During winter and spring of 2020, we met bi-weekly and participated in a bible study based on the book of James, entitled “The James Gang.” During the summer we met monthly and did a more relaxed study that included scripture and creative activities. In the fall, we met bi-weekly and participated in a study of Philippians, entitled “Get Out of Your Head”. Respectfully submitted, Suzanne Hearn

Women of St. Andrew’s Ministries Annual Report 2020

The Women of St. Andrew’s Ministries are composed of numerous guilds and organizations that offer opportunities for women to meet together for education, fellowship and outreach projects. All women of St. Andrew’s are encouraged to participate in any of the guilds or organizations that are of interest. These ministries are overseen by the Women’s Council, a body of women composed of the heads of the various women’s guilds and organizations and led by the Liaison to the Women’s Ministries. The Women’s Ministries offered Thursday morning Bible session/studies this past year beginning in January with the continuation of Beth Moore’s study, Daniel, Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy. Reverend Jake Worley introduced the study with reflections on various views of prophecy. Dr. Mark Hitchcock was the guest speaker in February and shared his thoughts on prophecy as highlighted in his most recent book, The End. Following the Beth Moore study in March the ladies focused on Anne Graham Lotz’s The Daniel Prayer…Prayer That Moves Heaven and Changes Nations. This six-week study was interrupted with the pandemic and sessions were continued via ZOOM. Also viewed via ZOOM in May was Priscilla Shirer’s five- week study, Breathe, Making Room for Sabbath. Following Rally Day in September, the women continued studies via ZOOM with Jennie Allen’s six-week study of Philippians and other writings of the Apostle Paul, Get Out of Your Head, Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts. Thirty to thirty-five women generally attend when in person. The ZOOM sessions varied from 15 to 7 ladies. The pandemic prevented the usual outreach opportunities this year, but in November several ladies participated in contributing and assisting in assembling shoe boxes for the Samaritan’s Purse International Relief Operation. The Women’s Evening Bible Study meets off site and is overseen by Suzanne Hearn. Her report can be found separately. Respectfully submitted, Marsland Moncrief, Liaison to Women’s Ministries 28 Young Adults Annual Report 2020

Beginning in late July, the Young Adult Ministry of St. Andrew’s started a weekly Bible Study (initially meeting on Monday nights, the study moved to Tuesday nights once Jeff ’s seminary schedule required him to be in class on Monday evenings). The group worked through the book of Colossians (led by Jeff) and then proceeded into a study of Philemon (led by Scott Perry). Interspersed were fellowships, one divided among the young men and young women and two were open to the entire group. The first study of 2021, team taught by Scott Perry and Jeff Anderson, will cover the book of Genesis. The Young Adult Bible Study meetings rotate among host homes (currently: The Andersons, The Crosses, The Lindleys, and The Norreds), meeting for a meal from 7-8 p.m. and an informal study / discussion from 8-9. Attendance has ranged from 8 to 22, usually averaging around 12. Several of St. Andrew’s young adults make up the core group of attendees, with other St. Andrew’s folks and their friends as well as a number of Jeff Anderson’s former students rounding out the group. The Young Adults are taking a leading role in the reopening of the East Door Ministry, an outreach and support ministry for the homeless and needy in downtown Fort Worth. There are plans for the group to get involved, both individually and corporately, in other local ministries such as UGM, Habitat for Humanity, the Fort Worth Foodbank, etc. There are hopes to add other teachers and host homes to the study rotation, as well. Respectfully submitted, Jeff Anderson

29 Necrology Report for Annual Report 2020 J. Allen Baird December 14, 1922 - November 11, 2020 Peggy Bowie October 13, 1944 - July 17, 2020 Helen Marie (Honey) Bronson September 23, 1930 - December 17, 2020 Susan Brown June 17, 1955 - April 20, 2020 Frederick H. Cleveland, Sr. October 8, 1934 - November 14, 2020 Jennifer Corbett August 29, 1962 - April 1, 2020 Susan Doyle June 1, 1950 - December 13, 2020 Donald W. Goodwin February 6, 1928 - July 11, 2020 Anne Elizabeth Hamm August 3, 1927 - December 15, 2020 Mary Dell Hargrove October 14, 1932 - December 30, 2020 Anne Burnett Windfohr Marion November 10, 1938 - February 11, 2020 Betty Claire Schmid Dupree McKnight October 4, 1924 – August 12, 2020 Ted DeWitt Mayo III June 16, 1940 - June 12, 2020 R. David Newton February 17, 1954 - November 26, 2020 Susan Nix April 28, 1948 - November 26, 2020 Kenneth Riddle January 30, 1936 - October 16, 2020 Juanita Shannon November 5, 1930 - May 5, 2020 Anna Belle Thomas October 1, 1923 - February 13, 2020 Margarete C. Weatherill December 10, 1927 - October 26, 2020 Ron Weatherill September 21, 1932 - December 21, 2020 30

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church Member of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA)

AGENDA FOR ANNUAL MEETING

Sunday, January 24th 2020 at 12:30 PM ~ Church

Please be sure to sign in in order to ensure we have a quorum for the voting.

If you are attending in the church, please sign in at the back of the church. If you are attending from your car in the East or West parking lots, runners are present with sign-in sheets and will deliver the ballots for voting. Please turn on your hazard lights to alert the runners that you are there to participate in the voting. Only Members in good standing (communicants and givers of record) at St. Andrew who are 16 years of age or older may receive a ballot and vote.

I. Call to Order/Opening Prayer

II. Count of Signatures to establish a quorum

III. Instructions on Balloting and Distribution of Ballots

IV. Rector’s Address

V. Vote Results Announced

VI. Closing Prayer and Benediction