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.
Central Deanery
Transitions – July 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of July 2023.
A Look-Back at the Central Deanery Picnic from July 22
On July 22, people across the central deanery got to gather at Christ and Trinity Lutheran Church in Sedalia, Missouri for a day of fellowship, food, and fun!
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.
The ordination of Joann Grace Carroll and Roberta Rusconi into the Sacred Order of Deacons
Five-minute read. Photographs of The ordination of Jody Carroll and Robin Rusconi into the Sacred Order of Deacons.
Transitions – May 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of May 2023.
St. Anne’s, Lee’s Summit helps high school seniors get their diplomas by paying off lunch money debt
Three-minute read. St. Anne’s, Lee’s Summit raised money to help graduating high school seniors in the Lee’s Summitt School District get their diplomas by paying off the seniors’ lunch money debt.
Ordination of Joann Grace Carroll and Roberta L. Rusconi to the Sacred Order of Deacons
When: Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 10 a.m.
Where: Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, 415 W 13th St., Kansas City, MO 64105
All Things … Episcopal: Full Communion … it’s not just a meal, but a relationship
Three-minute read. In this episode, we hear from two college students in Springfield, Missouri who talk about finding their way to the Episcopal Church and what lead them to make the decision to be confirmed in the church.
Transitions – April 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of April 2023.
Fr. Tim Coppinger elected Dean of the Central Deanery
One-minute read. At the Deanery Council Meeting held on Saturday, April 22, 2023, the Rev. Timothy R. Coppinger was elected the new dean of the Central Deanery.
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.
Job Opening – Communications Assistant, The Diocese of West Missouri, Kansas City
The Diocese of West Missouri is looking for a Communications Assistant.
Transitions – February 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of February 2023.
All the Kingdoms of the World (and their splendor)
A Lenten poem by Cassie E. Brown inspired by Inspired by Matthew 4:1-11, the Gospel reading for the 1st Sunday in Lent, February 26, 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.
