Rev. Carlye Hughes to be installed as new rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth

I am not a regular churchgoer.  I am a spiritual person, but not religious.  But I believe in good things that make people feel better.  Among the many, many other things that make me proud of my beautiful best friend Carlye – I’ve always been proud of the work and difference she makes as an Episcopal priest.

When I visit Carlye I always attend her service because she’s excellent at what she does.  And I love excellence. 

The word communion comes up in Episcopal services.  And when it does, it makes me think of “community.” “Community” makes me think of family.  “Family” makes me think of Carlye.  And completing the circle – everywhere Carlye goes, she creates community.

I’m thrilled for my hometown of Fort Worth, TX.  The announcement was made today that Carlye will be the new Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Fort Worth – where Carlye and I are both from.  

I hear, and am not surprised, that her selection was unanimous.  Who doesn’t want an MVP on their team?  Or in their community?

Sharing the announcement because I’m so happy for her.  And btw – the Rev. Hughes will be the first female African-American Rector in the Fort Worth Diocese.  Check out her credentials in the release below. 

Yeah – I don’t hang with slackers…  🙂