In an abundance of caution, and in recognition of our responsibility to the greater community, at a diocesan staff meeting held on March 11, it was agreed to cancel Bishop Day’s South. We will be making the supporting documentation provided by the presenters available online, and looking at the possibility of holding some online sessions at a later date.
This event is essential for those who are new in their role as rector, vicar, priest in charge, or interim; all new and returning vestry and bishop’s committee members; church administrators, and anyone interested in church leadership.
February 22: Kansas City
Registration Deadline: February 18
Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral
415 West 13th Street,
Kansas City, MO 64105
March 21: Springfield
Registration Deadline: March 17
Christ Episcopal Church
601 E Walnut Street,
Springfield, MO 65806
Schedule
| 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Registration |
| 10:00 -10:40 a.m. | Opening Plenary |
| 10:45 – 12:00 p.m. | Session #1 |
| 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch (lunch will be provided to pre-registered attendees) |
| 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. | Session #2 |
| 2:30 – 3:45 p.m. | Session #3 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Hand in review sheets & depart |
Workshop Details Session 1
BD101 — Vestry 101 Session: 1 Only.
Bishop Marty
An introductory session for anyone who has not previously attended a previous Bishop’s Day.
BD110 — Church Finances Sessions: 1 & 2
Tom Kokjer, Ron Weil
A general conversation about church finances, stewardship methods, and covenanted portions.
BD120 — Care and Nurture of Clergy Sessions: 1 & 3
Canon Steve Rottgers
Explores the Care and Nurture of Clergy, Compensation, Transition and Leadership Training.
BD240 — Communicating in the Twenties Sessions: 1 & 2
Gary Allman
It’s the second decade of the 21st Century. What’s changing, and what practical things can you do to keep pace with the changes? There’ll also be the usual sprinkling of hints and tips as we go along!
BD250 — Youth Ministry: Updates and How You Can Support It Session: 1 Only.
Josh Trader
We will begin our time together with updates on the WEMO Youth Community. I will share what has been going on, the events that are coming up, and where the Youth Ministry Commission sees Youth Ministry in the Future. We will discuss how you and your church can support the church of the present, the teens, at a local and diocesan level.
BD300 — Wardens’ Forum Sessions: 1 & 3
Mark Galus
Senior and Junior Wardens gather to discuss leadership strategies and issues facing their vestries and congregations.
BD310 — Welcome to the Diaconate Sessions: 1 & 3
The Ven. Bruce Bower
Come and learn why our Presiding Bishop, the Most Rev. Michael Curry, states “Deacons are not here to serve the Church; they are here to teach us how to serve the world!”
Workshop Details – Session 2
BD110 — Church Finances Sessions: 1 & 2
Tom Kokjer, Ron Weil
A general conversation about church finances, stewardship methods, and covenanted portions.
BD200 — Missional Church Session: 2 Only
Bishop Marty
Out of the Building thinking, engaging your community in ministry, the Church not waiting to be found.
BD210 — Diversity & Reconciliation Sessions: 2 & 3
Shirley Bolden & The Very Rev. Chas Marks
Dr. King’s famed speech of protest includes not only the clarification of the evils of racism, but also a dream—a vision for the better. A vision, of course, of a world in which all of us sit together at the table of community, and lions lie down with lambs.
Participants will explore the shifting paradigm of racism, its manifestations, its impact upon the nation and the church and how to combat its influence.
BD220 — Christian Formation Sessions: 2 & 3
Kim Snodgrass
Are you wanting to encourage spiritual growth within your congregation? Gain hands-on experience in two uncomplicated, practical, and insightful tools that are easy to use!
BD230 — Leadership Formation Sessions: 2 & 3
The Very Rev Dr Don Compier & The Rev Dr William J Fasel
Resources to assist each and every Christian, lay and ordained, find and prepare for enriching and productive ministries within the church.
BD240 — Communicating in the Twenties Sessions: 1 & 2
Gary Allman
It’s the second decade of the 21st Century. What’s changing, and what practical things can you do to keep pace with the changes? There’ll also be the usual sprinkling of hints and tips as we go along!
Workshop Details – Session 3
BD120 — Care and Nurture of Clergy Sessions: 1 & 3
Canon Steve Rottgers
Explores the Care and Nurture of Clergy, Compensation, Transition and Leadership Training.
BD210 — Diversity & Reconciliation Sessions: 2 & 3
Shirley Bolden & The Very Rev. Chas Marks
Dr. King’s famed speech of protest includes not only the clarification of the evils of racism, but also a dream—a vision for the better. A vision, of course, of a world in which all of us sit together at the table of community, and lions lie down with lambs.
Participants will explore the shifting paradigm of racism, its manifestations, its impact upon the nation and the church and how to combat its influence.
BD220 — Christian Formation Sessions: 2 & 3
Kim Snodgrass
Are you wanting to encourage spiritual growth within your congregation? Gain hands-on experience in two uncomplicated, practical, and insightful tools that are easy to use!
BD230 — Leadership Formation Sessions: 2 & 3
The Very Rev Dr Don Compier & The Rev Dr William J Fasel
Resources to assist each and every Christian, lay and ordained, find and prepare for enriching and productive ministries within the church.
BD300 — Wardens’ Forum Sessions: 1 & 3
Mark Galus
Senior and Junior Wardens gather to discuss leadership strategies and issues facing their vestries and congregations
BD310 — Welcome to the Diaconate Sessions: 1 & 3
The Ven. Bruce Bower
Come and learn why our Presiding Bishop, the Most Rev. Michael Curry, states “Deacons are not here to serve the Church; they are here to teach us how to serve the world!”