2026
October 4
* Today! Immediately following our 10:30am, we are delighted to welcome Amara, a local high schooler to share her experience in Tanzania. We also welcome Rose Nesbit, founder of Tamri International to engage us in the initial preparation for our 2027 Tanzanian Experience.
* St. Francis Day of Blessing of the Animals will be held on Sunday,October 4 th at 3pm.
*Volunteers needed on Tuesday, October 6th for National Night Out. St. Titus will have a table set up at the Durham Police Headquarters from 6pm-8pm.
* Fall Christian Formation Speaker Series. Join us Tuesday evening from 7-8pm for our Fall Christian Formation Speaker series, in partnership with Wake Forest Divinity School.
*NCCU Ultimate Homecoming Experience Parade will be held
on Saturday, October 10 th at 8am: We need candy donations and
volunteers.
*Greek Celebration Day will be held on Sunday, October 11th at 9:30am. Please note we will only have one service on this day.
*95th Birthday celebration for Carrie Matthews will be held on Sunday, October 11 th at 2pm here at St. Titus.
*Our next in-person Vestry Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 15th from 6:30pm-8pm.
*Celebration of Life Service for Dennis S. Estes, Sr. will be held at St. Titus on Saturday, October 17 th at 12pm.
September 27, 2026
* Intergenerational Sunday. In support of our Let the Children Come Grant, we are pleased to announce that we will be joined by NCCU students today during our 10:30am worship service, who have been invited to share aspects of their spiritual formation.
* Fall Christian Formation Speaker Series. Join us Tuesday evening from 7-8pm for our Fall Christian Formation Speaker series, in partnership with Wake Forest Divinity School.
* Celebration of Life Memorial service for Mary Hawkins will be on Wednesday, September 30th at 11:00am at St. Titus.
* St. Francis Day of Blessing of the Animals will be held on Sunday,October 4 th at 3pm.
*Volunteers needed on Tuesday, October 6 th for National Night Out. St. Titus will have a table set up at the Durham Police Headquarters from 6pm-8pm.
*NCCU Ultimate Homecoming Experience Parade will be held on Saturday, October 10 th at 8am: We need candy donations and volunteers.
*Greek Celebration Day will be held on Sunday, October 11th at 9:30am. Please note we will only have one service on this day.
* 95th Birthday celebration for Carrie Matthews will be held on Sunday, October 11 th at 2pm here at St. Titus.
*Celebration of Life Service for Dennis S. Estes, Sr. will be held at
St. Titus on Saturday, October 17 th at 12pm.
*Our next in-person Vestry Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 15 th from 6:30pm-8pm.
*Rev. Mayo will be away at the TEC Sacred Ground Regional Gathering in Memphis, TN from Thursday, October 22nd -Sunday, October 25 th.
*2026 Pauli Murray Pilgrimage happening on Saturday, October 31st from 10am-11am at Lyon Park Community Center.
*2026 Trunk or Treat in partnership with St. Mark’s AMEZ will be held on Saturday, October 31 st from 6pm-8pm at St. Mark’s. Volunteers and candy needed.
September 13, 2026
* Thank You for a Beautiful Homecoming Celebration! The Vestry and parishioners of St. Titus’ Episcopal Church extend our heartfelt thanks to all who helped make today’s 141th Anniversary Homecoming such a joyful and meaningful occasion. We are especially grateful to:
- Our sponsors, donors, and supporters whose generous contributions helped to bring today’s celebration to life.
- Our many visitors, returning family, and friends—thank you for coming home to St. Titus’
- The Homecoming Planning Team—our Vestry, Carol Willis, Patricia & Ken Valentine, Fletcher Norwood, Chrystal Williams, Rev. Mayo, and all behind-the-scenes volunteers who prepared, prayed, served and celebrated with love and excellence.
* Special Thanks to Dr. Rheaya Willis. We give thanks for the inspiring and timely word brought to us this morning by Dr. Rheaya Willis. Your message reminded us of the faith that grounds us and the hope that calls us forward. May your words continue to take root in our hearts.
* Ms. Mary Hawkins. It is with a very heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of our beloved and treasured, long-standing member, Mary Hawkins. Details will be coming in the following days regarding her Celebration of Life service.
* Christian Formation—Fall Lecture Series. Beginning Tuesday, September 15 th , we will join virtually on Zoom, from 7pm-8pm, for a 4-week lecture series, sponsored by Wake Forest Divinity School’s Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Grant. The Zoom link is in the weekly eNews.
* September Vestry Meeting. There will be an in-person Vestry Meeting at St. Titus’ on Thursday, September 17th, from 6:30pm-8pm.
* Rev. Alexander Crumell Feast Day. Per Diocesan request, on Sunday, September 20th, we will be honoring the life of The Rev. Alexander Crummell, during both our 8:30am and 10:30am services.
* Intergenerational Sunday. In support of our Let the Children Come Grant, we are pleased to announce that we will be joined by NCCU students, during our 10:30am worship service, who have been invited to share aspects of their spiritual formation.
September 6, 2026
Coffee Hour. Thank you, ECW! Today, we honor special milestones of our members.
2026 Homecoming Service. On Sunday, September 13th at 9:30am, St. Titus’ will have its Annual Homecoming Service. We are delighted to welcome Dr. Rheaya Willis, daughter of Carol Willis, home as our guest speaker. Luncheon, sponsored and coordinated by our Leadership Body and Mrs. Carol Willis.
Repose of the Soul. Dennis S. Estes, Sr., husband of Paula Drew Estes departed this life on Saturday, September 6th . May Dennis and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.
Fall Christian Formation Speaker Series. Join us Tuesday evening from 7-8pm for our Fall Christian Formation Virtual Lecture Series, in partnership with Wake Forest Divinity School—-Thriving Congregations Lilly Foundation Grant. Don’t Miss This!
Tuesday, September 15th—Dr. Jill Crainshaw: “Inclusive Language”
Tuesday, September 22nd-—Dr. Stacy Smallwood:” Community/Who is My Neighbor?” Pt 1
Tuesday, September 29th— Dr. Stacy Smallwood: “Community/Who is My Neighbor?” Pt 2
Tuesday, October 6th—Ms. Jasmine Logan: “Leadership Formation”
Tuesday, October 13th-—-Panel Discussion (T BC)
August 30, 2026
Asheville Bus Trip Success! A special thanks to Rev. Joan Grant and the congregation of St. Matthias for their warm hospitality. A special thanks to Ken and Pat Valentine for their coordination of this trip—thank you to all of the contributors and attendees. And, thank you so very much Mary Hawkins for leading Morning Prayer.
Repose of the Soul——Dorothy Campbell. A private burial service will be held at 9am on Friday, September 4th, followed by Visitation with the Family at 10:30am at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, located at 82 Kimberly Dr. The Memorial Service will begin at 11:30am, followed by a repast, on the campus of St. Stephen’s.
Repose of the Soul—-Orange “0.Ray” Ray Lipscomb, Jr. A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Lipscomb will be held on Saturday, September 5 th at 1:00pm, with Family Visitation beginning at 12:00pm, at Bell-Yeager Free Will Baptist Church, located at128 E. Cornwallis Rd.
Coffee Hour. The ECW will host Coffee Hour on Sunday, September 6th, honoring special milestones of our members.
2026 Homecoming Service. On Sunday, September 13th at 9:30am, St. Titus’ will have its Annual Homecoming Service. We are delighted to welcome Dr. Rheaya Willis, daughter of Carol Willis, home as our guest speaker. Luncheon, coordinated by our Vestry to follow, along with our Ministry Fair.
Fall Christian Formation Speaker Series. Join us Tuesday evening from 7-8pm for our Fall Christian Formation Speaker series, in partnership with Wake Forest Divinity School. Starts on 9/15/2026
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training – Fall 2026. St. Titus is exploring interest in participating in Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training, beginning in Fall 2026 and continuing through Summer 2027. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Robyn Furges or Rev. Mayo.
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday.
Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
August 16, 2026
Stop by our Committee Fair today following the 10:30a service.
STEC members are invited to join St. Matthias in Asheville on Sunday August 23 rd . (Ken Valentine’s childhood church).
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training – Fall 2026. St. Titus is exploring interest in participating in Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training, beginning in Fall 2026 and continuing through Summer 2027. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Robyn Furges or Rev. Mayo.
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday.
Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
Please join us on Sunday, August 23, 2026, as we join St. Matthias Episcopal Church, Asheville, to worship at their 11 AM service.
St. Matthias is the childhood church of our own Ken Valentine. Meet at St. Titus’ at 5:30 AM. The bus will depart at 6 AM and return at 6 PM. The suggested donation is $55 per person.
St. Matthias Episcopal Church, Asheville was founded in 1865 as the Freedmen’s Church, serving newly emancipated African Americans in the aftermath of the Civil War. Believed to be Asheville’s oldest Black congregation, the parish has been a beacon of faith, education, and community for more than 160 years. Its beautiful Gothic Revival church, built between 1894 and 1896 by noted Black master builder James Vester Miller, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains a vibrant witness to the enduring legacy of Black Episcopalians in Western North Carolina.
August 9, 2026
Coffee Hour. Please sign up to sponsor coffee hour!
NCCU Fall Move in Day on Friday, August 14 (two slots for up to 5 volunteers in each slot) 12-2p and 2-4p.
Assignment: Greeters. Contact the parish office to sign up or email the parish secretary.
Duke BriDDge Program and Blessing of the Backpacks will be held on Sunday, August 16 th .
Are you wondering how you can become more involved in the life of the church? Stop by our Committee Fair following worship on Sunday, August 16 th .
STEC members are invited to join St. Matthias in Asheville on Sunday August 23 rd (Ken Valentine’s childhood church).
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training – Fall 2026. St. Titus is exploring interest in participating in Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training, beginning in Fall 2026 and continuing through Summer 2027. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Robyn Furges or Rev. Mayo.
August 2, 2026
Coffee Hour. Please sign up to sponsor coffee hour!
NCCU Fall Move in Day on Friday, August 14 (two slots for up to 5 volunteers in each slot) 12-2p and 2-4p. Assignment: Greeters. Contact the parish office to sign up or email the parish secretary.
Duke BriDDge Program and Blessing of the Backpacks will be held on Sunday, August 16 th .
Are you wondering how you can become more involved in the life of the church? Stop by our Committee Fair following worship on Sunday, August 16th .
STEC members are invited to join St. Matthias in Asheville on Sunday August 23 rd . (Ken Valentine’s childhood church)
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training – Fall 2026. St. Titus is exploring interest in participating in Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training, beginning in Fall 2026 and continuing through Summer 2027. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Robyn Furges or Rev. Mayo.
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday.
Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
July 26, 2026
Worship Schedule 8:30am and 10:30am. Two Sunday Worship Services will resume on Sunday, August 2nd .
Union of Black Episcopalians Annual Business Meeting & Conference. Dates: July 29-August 1, 2026. Registration Rates: Adults: $375.00, Youth: $250.00. For more information, visit http://www.UBE.org.
St. Titus will sponsor a table at the Union of Episcopalians Gala on Friday, July 31st at the Hilton North Hills in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event begins at 6 PM. Our Banquet Speaker will be The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry. Our banquet table is now full. Those attending will receive a confirmation email.
NCCU Fall Move In Day on Friday, August 14 (two slots for up to 5 volunteers in each slot) 12-2p and 2-4p. Assignment: Greeters. Contact the parish office to sign up or email the parish secretary.
Duke Divinity School BriDDDge students, August 16
Committee Fair following worship on August 16.
St. Titus’ at St. Matthias, Asheville, August 23
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday.
Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
July 19, 2026
Summer Worship Schedule. June & July ONE service at 9:30am. Starting on August 2nd TWO Worship Services at 8:30am and 10:30 am.
Happening Today! Join us today as we gather with our sister Lutheran churches, Christus Victor and Abiding Savior to watch the film My Name is Pauli Murray, in honor and celebration of our beloved saint. Potluck: Bring your favorite dish!
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training. Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training, Fall 2026 – Summer 2027. Please reach out to Robyn Furges or Rev. Mayo.
Union of Black Episcopalians Annual Business Meeting & Conference. Dates: July 29-August 1, 2026. Registration Rates: Adults: $375.00, Youth: $250.00. For more information, visit http://www.UBE.org.
St. Titus will sponsor a table at the Union of Episcopalians Gala on Friday, July 31st at the Hilton North Hills in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event begins at 6 PM. Our Banquet Speaker will be The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry. If you are interested in attending, please contact Rev. Mayo as soon as possible. Requests will be honored on a first-come basis.
Worship Schedule. 8:30am and 10:30am Sunday worship services will resume on Sunday, August 2nd.
NCCU Fall Move In Day on Friday, August 14 (two slots forup to 5 volunteers in each slot) 12-2p and 2-4p. Assignment: Greeters. Contact the parish office to sign up or email the parish secretary.
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday. Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
July 12, 2026
Community Announcements
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday — Thursday. Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or Chrystal, the Parish Administrator.
Coffee Hour: Today’s Coffee Hour is sponsored by The Lippincott/DeWalt Family, catered by Herb Streater with KMG Catering in Greensboro, NC. Please consider hosting a Coffee Hour immediately following either Sunday service. It can be as simple Of as elaborate as you wish. Sign up in the narthex.
Thank You, Bishop Scott!! We extend our heartfelt gratitude for The Rt. Rev. Scott Benhase for picking up Bishop Jennifer’s schedule during her sabbatical, and for presiding over our worship during this year’s Bishop Visitation. Welcome back!
Celebrating Our Candidates. Today, we rejoice as members of our parish take important steps in their journeys of faith through Holy Baptism, Confirmation, Reception into The Episcopal Church, and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows. We give thanks for each candidate, their parents, godparents, and sponsors. We pray that the Holy Spirit will to strengthen and guide them as they grow in Christ and live out their baptismal covenant.
July Birthdays & Anniversaries. Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all who celebrate during the month of July! We thank God for the gift of your lives and the blessings of your relationships. May this new year be filled with abundant grace, good health, joy, and God’s richest blessings.
Fraudulent Message WARNING
Friends, please be on the alert for fraudulent messages. Any staff member or clergy at St. Titus’ will NEVER ask you to buy gift cards or money orders. If you receive a text or email asking you to make a purchase for St. Titus’, please do not respond to the message and, of course, don’t go and buy gift cards. If you can, please report the message to your phone carrier as a scam. If you ever receive a text or email that you’re not sure is from St. Titus’, please email the church at st.titussecretary@gmail.com to ask if the message is legitimate.
February 16, 2025
Announcements
Office Hours: The St. Titus’ Parish Office is staffed from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Please call us at 919-682-5504 if you need to reach Reverend Valerie or the Parish Administrator.
Vestry Meeting: The St. Titus’ vestry will meet on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Coffee Hour: Please consider hosting a Coffee Hour immediately following either service. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you wish. It’s a way to provide refreshment and fellowship for our parishioners and guests! Sign up in the church narthex.
Advocacy Day Postcard Campaign: Postcards are available in the narthex for you to participate in the 2025 Diocesan Advocacy Day campaign. We encourage you to write your state legislators before March 1, 2025 to share messages about your issues of concern. Guidelines for these messages are also in the narthex.
Black History Month at St. Titus’: We continue our celebration of Black History Month with the following events:
Dr. Megan Lyons: Our guest speaker today is Dr. Megan Lyons, Assistant Professor in Curriculum and Instruction in the School of Education at North Carolina Central University. Dr. Lyons earned her B.S. and Master’s degrees from Auburn University; an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership from Columbus State University, and an Ed. D. in Educational Leadership from Valdosta State University. Dr. Lyons serves on the board of directors for the Center for Child and Family Health in Durham. Prior to her transition to higher education, she worked in the Fulton County School system. Her research interests include social emotional learning and culturally responsive pedagogy.
February 23 — Dr. Quincey Farmer: Dr. Farmer is Assistant Principal at CC Spaulding Elementary School. He received his Ed.D. from Vanderbilt University, a Master’s degree in School Administration from NCCU, and undergraduate degrees in English and Education from NCCU and UNC-Wilmington. Prior to joining the Durham Public School system, Dr. Farmer was a Gifted Education Specialist and teacher with Carrboro City Schools and worked for two years in China as an ESL Specialist.
Celebration of Mary Hawkins’ 90th Birthday: Please join us for a celebration of Mary Hawkins’ 90th birthday on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. RSVP at https://evite.me/nTCkN85Jc3.
Storytime with Marrielle Myers: Marrielle Myers, daughter of Lew Myers and Cheryl Myers, will hold a book reading on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the Main Durham County Library, 300 N. Roxboro St., at 10:30 a.m. All are invited to attend! Please see the flier at left and in this week’s eNews.
Pancake Supper: The ECW invites St Titus’ parishioners to a Pancake Social on Shrove Tuesday, March 4th, serving from 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy a pancake dinner with fellow congregants – on us! Come celebrate the evening before the Lenten Season begins. Donations are optional. Questions? Contact Francine Davis at francinedavis06@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Black History Month Celebration: St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church in Oxford, NC will be holding its Annual Black History Month Celebration on February 23 at 3:00 p.m. The church is located at 408 Granville St., Oxford, NC.
Support St. Titus’: If you would like to make a financial contribution in support of our ministries, you can make an online donation here by visiting our homepage: sttitusdurham.org. You can also mail a check to St. Titus’ at 400 Moline St., Durham, NC, 27707.
In our Diocese
Community Events
Community Ministry
Volunteer Opportunity: Lincoln Community Health Center
C. C. Spaulding Elementary School
Please bring School Supplies to support our C.C. Spaulding Elementary School students. Suggestions include pens, pencils, notebook paper, binders, clips, Kleenex. Snacks and bottled water are appreciated, too! Place items in the collection box in the Narthex.
C.C. Spaulding needs tutors (reading, building literacy skills and math), mentors and Volunteers especially at the times listed below:
3rd Graders: 10:20 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
4th Graders: 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
5th Graders: 2:25 p.m.-2:50 p.m.
CC Spaulding has need of individually packaged snacks.