Reverend Rhonda Rogers named Deacon for St. Francis of Assisi

The Reverend Rhonda Rogers of Houston has been named Deacon in Charge at St. Francis of Assisi, effective August 26, 2019.  Rogers was recently ordained a Deacon at the special ordination service at Christ Church Cathedral on June 22, 2019.

Rogers prepared for her service with enrollment and graduation from the Diocese of Texas' Iona School for Ministry on June 9, 2019. Following her ordination Rogers will be consecrated to the priesthood in December or January with a special service at St. Francis of Assisi.

Rogers, as the bi-vocational leader, will provide two-days of service to the church and will engage in programs and activities that enhances the spiritual growth and development of the members and also support a college ministry at Prairie View A&M University.

In her middler year at Iona, she was assigned at St. Stephen’s, Liberty, TX for her field education experience. She is currently completing her senior field education assignment at Holy Comforter, Spring, TX.

She was a member of Trinity Midtown after moving from Rochester, NY in 2010. She served there in various roles including Verger, LEM, Junior and Senior Warden and led Evening Prayer for the LOTS ministry.

Rhonda is the chaplain for Union of Black Episcopal Reverend John D. Epps Chapter. She is also a member of the Commission on Black Ministry, and the Province VII Anti-Racism Committee. She completed Education for Ministry (EfM) in 2003 and was an EfM mentor for two years.

In Rochester, NY, Rhonda was a member of Christ Church. She served as Warden, Church School Coordinator, acolyte, sub-deacon, thurifer, and pastoral visitor. She was also a member of Standing Committee and the Anti-Racism Committee and an adjunct trainer for Congregational Development Institute in the Diocese of Rochester, NY.

Rhonda has Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology and retired in 2016. She worked for Mobil Chemical and ExxonMobil Chemical for over 38 years in various positions including process and product development, technical advisor, and several management positions. In addition to her technical career, Rhonda led employee training for Organizational Development, Diversity and Inclusion at Mobil Chemical.

Rhonda’s spiritual journey includes regularly consulting with a spiritual director and participating in retreats with the Order of St. Helena, an Episcopal order of nuns where she is an Associate. She is also a member of Daughters of the King.

Rhonda has three adult children who live in Maryland and Arizona. Her hobbies include traveling, going to the theatre, music, golf, and reading.

Dr. Rondell Bailey is Men's Breakfast Speaker at St. Francis of Assisi

Dr. Rondell E. Bailey, Education Director for the Harris Health System (HHS), Human Resources Learning and Resource Center is the speaker for the monthly Men's Prayer Breakfast at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church which is set for Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall the church on 204 Dooley Street.  Attendees are asked to confirm attendance at 936-857-3272 or email: stfrancispv@sbcglobal.net.

Dr. Bailey joined HHS in 2000 and moved up the ranks.  In his current position, he is a skilled facilitator with expertise in a variety of areas including learning and development, employee engagement, talent management, leadership development, employee orientation and onboarding, teambuilding, and customer service.   His previous services with Harris Health System included as the Operations Manager–Business and Staff Development, Ancillary and Support Services and the Pharmacy Staff Development & Recruitment Manager in the Department of Pharmacy, Harris Health System in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Bailey has a wonderful rapport with people and has been recognized for his ability to connect with others.  He uses his excellent communication skills to help convey concepts and is a skilled practitioner in the use of collaborative, learner-centered techniques. 

He holds a Doctorate degree in Higher Education, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration from “The Jewel of 3rd Ward” - Texas Southern University and a high school diploma from Jack Yates High School, respectively. 

Bailey also holds membership in several social, civic and professional organizations to include
Research Association of Minority Professors (RAMP), Association for Talent Development
Texas Southern University Alumni Association, and the Jack Yates National Alumni Association.

Dr. Bailey loves his family.  Most of all, he loves the Lord!  He accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and was baptized at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. D. Leon Everett, II.  Dr. Bailey is an “adopted member” of Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church (Houston) – where his mother is a longtime member and Dr. Max Miller is the pastor.  Currently, Dr. Bailey is an active member of the New Faith Church of Houston where Dr. Andre J. Lewis is the pastor and Dr. T.R. Williams, Sr. is the founder and pastor emeritus.

Attendees are  you are encourage to invite friends, family and colleagues to the free breakfast.  We look forward to seeing you this Saturday July 20, 2019 @ St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church on 204 Dooley in Prairie View, Texas.

St. Francis of Assisi will also host the Houston Foodbank/Kraft Mobile Food distribution at the church on 204 Dooley Street on Thursday, July 18, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The free fruits and vegetables distribution is available to anyone in need in Waller County Area. No qualifications required.  Patrons are asked to bring bags, boxes or carts to carry the food items. Persons will be also able to sign up for other social services, i.e. SNAPS. CHIP and TANF, etc.)  Please share this information with persons you feel will benefit from the service.  Thanks for your assistance.

Members of the community are also invited to attend the weekly Bible Study on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 11:00 a.m.