Central Deanery

2023 Clergy Retreat

The clergy of The Diocese of West Missouri will gather again this year for a time of spiritual renewal and growth at Conception Abbey. During this gathering we will spend time in worship, prayer, and fellowship with one another.

Transitions – July 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of July 2023.

Transitions – June 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of June 2023.

2023 Central Deanery Picnic

Please join us for the Central Deanery picnic at Christ and Trinity Lutheran Church at noon on Saturday, July 22. The Deanery will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and condiments, and asks that those attending bring sides and desserts, as each is able.

Transitions – May 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of May 2023.

Transitions – April 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of April 2023.

Transitions – March 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of March 2023.

Evangelism can be green

Two-minute read. The people of St Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church in Belton participated for the first time in the Martin City St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday, March 12.

Transitions – February 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of February 2023.

Transitions – January 2023

One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of January 2023.

National Day of Racial Healing (January 17, 2023)

Four-minute read. The National Day of Racial Healing is observed each year following the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday. In 2023 many churches across the diocese are opening their doors to those who wish to pray and reflect on this day.

Blue Christmas Services

While most of us are getting ready for happy family reunions during the holidays, we may forget that Christmas can be a time of great sadness for many. Here are details of Blue Christmas services being held in Joplin, Kansas City, Liberty, Ozark, Sedalia, and Springfield.

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