Community Vigil for Central Texas Floods

A Community Vigil for Remembrance and Grief
Co-Sponsored by Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center

In the wake of devastating floods that have deeply impacted our Texas communities, we gathered in shared grief and collective strength. This evening vigil offered a sacred space to honor the lives lost, uplift survivors and first responders, and kindle a spirit of resilience through remembrance, reflection, and song.

The program included personal reflections, interfaith prayers, live music, and a community-based ceremony or remembrance. Support volunteers were available to talk or pray.

Presenters included:
Troy Porter, Interim Executive Director, Rothko Chapel
Stuart Nelson, President & CEO, Institute for Spirituality & Health
Rev. Laura Mayo, Covenant Church
Cantor Rollin Simmons, Congregation Emanu El
Alejandro Chaoul, Lingmincha Texas
Bensen Kwan, percussionist
Jodi Bernstein, Vice President, Interfaith Relations & Community Partnerships, IM Houston
Rebecca Benjamin, viola
Cecilia Duarte, mezzo soprano
Fr. John Graham, President Emeritus, Institute for Spirituality & Health
Fr. Donald Nesti
Adam Sadberry, flute