Spotlight
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Roanridge grant awarded to West Missouri to develop ‘Partners in Presence’ program for town and country churches
Four-minute read. The Executive Council of The Episcopal Church has granted The Diocese of West Missouri $20,265 for the creation of a teaching-and-learning program designed to equip town and country churches.
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The ordination and consecration of the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan as the XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho
Three-minute read. Photographs of the ordination and consecration of the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan as a Bishop in the one holy catholic and apostolic Church, and the XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho.
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Pastoral word from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry on the shooting at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Letter from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry on the shooting at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.
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West Missouri chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE)
One-minute read. It is time to begin the process of starting a UBE chapter here in our diocese.
The need for a UBE chapter in West Missouri has been discussed by various people off and on, and Bishop Bruce has strongly urged that this become a reality. -
Sharing God’s love at Kansas City Pride 2022
One-minute read. Several Episcopal churches from West Missouri braved the sunshine and heat to participate in the Kansas City Pride 2022 parade on Saturday, June 11, 2022.
In Brief
Don’t miss the twice-monthly New Spirit Update of all the news, events, information, and ideas from the Episcopal Churches in West Missouri.
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New Spirit Update, June 16, 2022
In this Issue: Photographs of the ordination of Jean Long into the diaconate, Our churches at KC Pride 2022, ‘A Season of Prayer for Revival.’ Plus, Prayer Vigil Against Gun Violence at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, RSVP for the Deanery Picnics, Stewardship Resources, and more!
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General Convention News
For links to the live video and more information about General Convention, visit the Diocesan General Convention webpage.
News from Episcopal New Service.
- [Episcopal News Service] The long wait is over. The 80th General Convention is about to get underway. After a one-year postponement because of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Episcopal Church’s governing […]
- [Episcopal News Service] The 80th General Convention is set to consider a proposed $100 million churchwide budget for 2023-24 when it convenes July 8-11 in Baltimore, Maryland, after the convention’s […]
- [Episcopal News Service] The legislative committees on World Mission heard testimony June 23 on six resolutions, five of which were proposed by the Standing Commission on World Mission. Three of […]
- The Church Pension Group (CPG), a financial services organization that serves The Episcopal Church, announced the release of its Report to General Convention (www.cpg.org/R2GC). This report provides updates to CPG’s […]
- [Episcopal News Service] At their meeting on June 27, the Prayer Book, Liturgy & Music committees narrowed down the large number of proposed resolutions before them into a few that […]
West Missouri News
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West Missouri’s Daughters of the King hold their first assembly since COVID-19 pandemic began
Two-minute read. The Order of the Daughters of the King Spring Assembly was held on May 7 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Lebanon, Missouri. A total of 41 members were registered and attended, the largest assembly in many years.
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Sam Fleming appointed Director of Music and Organist for Good Shepherd, Kansas City
Two-minute read. Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Kansas City recently appointed Sam Fleming as Director of Music and Organist.
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The ordination and consecration of the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan as the XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho
Three-minute read. Photographs of the ordination and consecration of the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan as a Bishop in the one holy catholic and apostolic Church, and the XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho.
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Recording – The ordination and consecration of the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan as XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho
107-minute video. On June 25, the Very Rev. Jos Tharakan was ordained and consecrated a Bishop in the one holy catholic and apostolic Church, and the XIV Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho.
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Preaching Excellence Program 2022
One-minute read. Two Bishop Kemper School for Ministry students were among the nationwide attendees of the 2022 Preaching Excellence Program. Read more about their experience!
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Español
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Declaración sobre la decisión Dobbs de la Corte Suprema por el Obispo Presidente Michael Curry
One-minute read. Hoy, (6.24.22) la Corte Suprema publicó su decisión en el caso de Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. El tribunal anuló el derecho constitucional al aborto que fue reconocido en el caso seminal de 1973 Roe v. Wade.
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Abierta la solicitud de becas para proyectos del cuidado de la creación episcopal
One-minute read. La Oficina del Cuidado de la Creación de la Iglesia Episcopal anuncia la apertura del ciclo de financiamiento de becas del Cuidado de la Creación 2022, y se aceptan solicitudes, disponibles en inglés y español, para proyectos de eco ministerio locales y regionales hasta las 5 de la tarde HE [Hora del Este] del15 de agosto.
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Mensaje pastoral del obispo primado Michael Curry sobre el atentado en la iglesia de San Esteban
A estas alturas ya están enterados de que anoche un pistolero entró en la Iglesia Episcopal de San Esteban [St. Stephen] en Vestavia Hills, Alabama, matando a dos hijos de Dios e hiriendo a un tercero.
Ver todos los artículos disponibles en español aquí
The Episcopal Church
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Statement on Supreme Court Dobbs decision by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
One-minute read. Today the Supreme Court released its decision in the case of Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The court has overturned the constitutional right to abortion that was recognized in the seminal 1973 case Roe v. Wade.
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Declaración sobre la decisión Dobbs de la Corte Suprema por el Obispo Presidente Michael Curry
One-minute read. Hoy, (6.24.22) la Corte Suprema publicó su decisión en el caso de Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. El tribunal anuló el derecho constitucional al aborto que fue reconocido en el caso seminal de 1973 Roe v. Wade.
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Abierta la solicitud de becas para proyectos del cuidado de la creación episcopal
One-minute read. La Oficina del Cuidado de la Creación de la Iglesia Episcopal anuncia la apertura del ciclo de financiamiento de becas del Cuidado de la Creación 2022, y se aceptan solicitudes, disponibles en inglés y español, para proyectos de eco ministerio locales y regionales hasta las 5 de la tarde HE [Hora del Este] del15 de agosto.
For more news from The Episcopal Church – click or tap here
The World-Wide Church
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The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) June Newsletter
Four-minute read. Read Twelve Baskets Full, The Episcopal Network for Stewardship’s latest monthly newsletter.
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The Cross – May 2022
One-minute read. Take a look inside the May edition of The Cross and see some great news about new Brotherhood chapters and re-chartered chapters.
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The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) May Newsletter
One-minute read. Read Twelve Baskets Full, The Episcopal Network for Stewardship’s latest monthly newsletter.
For all the Church-wide news, click here.
Announcements
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Abierta la solicitud de becas para proyectos del cuidado de la creación episcopal
One-minute read. La Oficina del Cuidado de la Creación de la Iglesia Episcopal anuncia la apertura del ciclo de financiamiento de becas del Cuidado de la Creación 2022, y se aceptan solicitudes, disponibles en inglés y español, para proyectos de eco ministerio locales y regionales hasta las 5 de la tarde HE [Hora del Este] del15 de agosto.
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Grant applications open for Episcopal creation care projects
One-minute read. The Episcopal Church Office of Creation Care announces the opening of the 2022 Creation Care grant funding cycle, with applications — available in English and Spanish — being accepted for local and regional eco-ministry projects until 5 p.m. ET August. 15.
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Save the Date — 2022 Annual Convention — November 4 & 5
One-minute read. This year’s convention will again be a combined online and in-person event held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, and via online meeting software, with the proceedings being shown on social media.
You can see all the announcements on our Announcements Page.
Feature Articles
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St. Anne’s Afghan refugee family – Making a real difference, one family at a time
Two-minute read. Life at St. Anne’s, Lee’s Summit after they converted their office space to accommodate an Afghan Refugee family.
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Doing your bit for Saving God’s Creation — Some practical tips on dealing with young wild animals
Four-minute read. Part of our responsibility to take care of creation is to make sure we know how to handle things when our lives intersect with the wild critters. You need to know what, if anything you should do to protect them and yourself. Especially when children, dogs, and cats often present families with an unplanned wild animal “gift” that must be dealt with.
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Collect for the 133rd anniversary of the vote to form The Diocese of West Missouri
One-minute read. On May 22, 1889, a vote to split the Diocese of Missouri was passed at the diocese’s 50th annual convention. This vote set in motion the creation of The Diocese of West Missouri.
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Taking care of creation in Kansas City
Four-minute read. Three Kansas City area parishes brought native and edible trees to an east-side urban food forest in October. Look for repeat opportunities to “green and clean” in April.
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The Episcopal Church’s Good Friday Offering – Celebrating a century of financial gifts
One-minute read. For one hundred years, Episcopal churches have been providing financial support for the ministry of the Anglican Communion Province of Jerusalem and the Middle East from their Good Friday offerings.
Want some in-depth information? See all the online featured articles listed here.
Church Leadership
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Roanridge grant awarded to West Missouri to develop ‘Partners in Presence’ program for town and country churches
Four-minute read. The Executive Council of The Episcopal Church has granted The Diocese of West Missouri $20,265 for the creation of a teaching-and-learning program designed to equip town and country churches.
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Grant applications open for Episcopal creation care projects
One-minute read. The Episcopal Church Office of Creation Care announces the opening of the 2022 Creation Care grant funding cycle, with applications — available in English and Spanish — being accepted for local and regional eco-ministry projects until 5 p.m. ET August. 15.
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Download your annual pledge campaign resources today!
One-minute read. TENS are proud to announce that their annual pledge campaign materials are ready for download.
Information, news and tips picked especially for church leaders — both lay and clergy. Click or tap here to see all the articles.
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Roanridge grant awarded to West Missouri to develop ‘Partners in Presence’ program for town and country churches
Four-minute read. The Executive Council of The Episcopal Church has granted The Diocese of West Missouri $20,265 for the creation of a teaching-and-learning program designed to equip town and country churches.
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Abierta la solicitud de becas para proyectos del cuidado de la creación episcopal
One-minute read. La Oficina del Cuidado de la Creación de la Iglesia Episcopal anuncia la apertura del ciclo de financiamiento de becas del Cuidado de la Creación 2022, y se aceptan solicitudes, disponibles en inglés y español, para proyectos de eco ministerio locales y regionales hasta las 5 de la tarde HE [Hora del Este] del15 de agosto.
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Grant applications open for Episcopal creation care projects
One-minute read. The Episcopal Church Office of Creation Care announces the opening of the 2022 Creation Care grant funding cycle, with applications — available in English and Spanish — being accepted for local and regional eco-ministry projects until 5 p.m. ET August. 15.
To see all grant and scholarship-related articles, click or tap here.
Church Admin Announcements
- The federal mileage rate has been increased to $0.625 per mile for qualifying mileage claims on trips taken after June 30, 2022. A new claim form is available.
- You can view the prayer cycle list on this page. Graphic images of the prayer cycle text are available here.
- Site Maintenance Complete. Read on to find out what has been changed.
- Diocesan council minutes for the meetings held between June 2021 and March 2022 have been approved and published.
- New sample Letters Of Agreement have been added to the HR section of the Documents page.