Author name: Allison Sandlin Liles

The Rev. Allison Sandlin Liles is wife, mother, peacemaker and priest learning to navigate life in Dallas, Texas. After six years of working as Episcopal Peace Fellowship’s Executive Director, she has now returned to parish ministry and presently serves as Priest in Charge of St Stephen's Episcopal Church in Hurst, TX.

St. Stephen tells bold truths. Do I encourage that from my children?

Allison Sandlin Liles / December 26, 2016

My daughter has outgrown her bold statements. But now I miss her brutal honesty.

Jesus called; St. Andrew answered.

Allison Sandlin Liles / November 30, 2016

I imagine hesitation and maybe even resistance into this story. But my children do not.

Life Lessons from St James of Jerusalem

Allison Sandlin Liles / October 24, 2016

James’ entire post-conversion lifestyle can be described as both radical and unpopular.

Asking Questions with St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles

Allison Sandlin Liles / October 21, 2016

St. Jude’s legacy is based on just one spoken question.

Liturgical Year

Preparing for Holy Cross Day

Allison Sandlin Liles / September 7, 2016

Talking to children about Jesus and the cross can be challenging.

Liturgical Year

Preparing to Celebrate the Nativity of St. John the Baptist

Allison Sandlin Liles / June 16, 2016

A fresco and a recipe offer inspiration for celebrating the feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist at home.