Diocesan Council special meeting paves way for online Annual Convention
One-minute read. With the increasing likelihood of an online diocesan Annual Convention this year, thought has turned to the legal preparations required to enable online voting.
Central Deanery
The Episcopal Church Women of the diocese announce changes to the processing of contributions and grant requests for United Thank Offering
One-minute read. Pat Rudy, the United Thank Offering coordinator for the diocese for more than twenty years has decided to retire. Changes to how contributions and grant requests are handled have been made and The Episcopal Church Women is looking for a replacement for Pat. Interested?
Join the Episcopal Youth Community in West Missouri and slow down this weekend, July 10-12
Even in the midst of a pandemic where we are physical distancing, life can be busy. There is Zoom call after Zoom call, chores, maybe a job, friendships, family, and so many other things that keep you busy throughout your day. This weekend is designed to help you to slow down your life and listen to God.
A statement from the Diversity and Reconciliation Commission
one-minute read. Following a meeting held on June 10, 2020, West Missouri’s Diversity and Reconciliation Commission issued a statement, which is reproduced here.
Churches to ring bells May 31 at noon to honor the heroes and the victims of COVID-19
One-minute read. Church bells will be ringing throughout Missouri at noon on Pentecost, May 31, 2020, to commemorate lives lost to COVID-19 and in thanksgiving for all essential workers putting themselves on the line for the sake of all during the pandemic.
Music licensing: what you need to know
Four-minute read. If you are recording or livestreaming music for use in your services, you need to read this article on music licensing. Please note if you are making hymns and music available online in pdf or any other format you’ll need a license for that too.
Diocesan-wide Easter Vigil Recording
70-minute video. Did you miss the online Easter Vigil at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral? You can watch a recording of it here.
The Cares Act and Charitable Giving
One-minute read. The Episcopal Churches of West Missouri rely on generous donors to support their missions and ministries. Stewardship can be deeply spiritual, rooted in a desire to reorient our lives towards God, but it also has a practical side. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, includes several provisions that may affect charitable giving this year.
Online Prayers – Something for everyone in West Missouri
One-minute read. We are sharing our prayers and services online from our churches chapels, offices, studies, and living rooms. There’s morning, noonday and evening prayers, Sunday worship, daily and weekly reflections. There are lots of options to choose from.
Do you use wireless microphones in your church?
One-minute read. Do you use wireless microphones in your church? If you do, you should be aware of major changes in how they can be used, and you have up until July 13, 2020 to check and if necessary adjust or replace your equipment.
Madison “Madi” Kyger – The New Southern Regional Youth Coordinator
We are very pleased to introduce Madi Kyger. Madi has just accepted the position of Southern Regional Youth Coordinator and replaces Krista Heuett who left us to follow a call to be ordained and is attending seminary.
Lafayette Sinfonietta – Debut Concert
When: Sunday, September 15, 2019 @ 4:00 p.m. Join us at Christ Church Episcopal, Lexington for an afternoon of chamber and solo music.
Organ Concert at Resurrection Blue Springs
One-minute read. All are welcome to a premiere organ concert to celebrate the blessing and dedication of the new Johannus Organ at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection on Sunday afternoon, August 18 at 5:00 p.m. at 1433 R.D. Mize Rd, Blue Springs, Mo 64015.
Fr. John Coil Retires
One-minute read. Fr. John Coil retired on June 23, 2019. His last service at St. Luke, Excelsior Springs was held on June 16. Fr. John reported that “Our last Sunday together after 17 years was a grand celebration. Full sung Eucharist, Magnificent music with organ, violin, viola, cello, keyboard, tympani, choir. A day to remember full of love, tears, and hugs. St. Luke’s is a real gem.”
Area Confirmations at Christ Church Boonville
One-minute read. On Saturday May 4, 2019, Christ Church, Boonville hosted diocesan Area Confirmations.
Area Confirmations at St. Mary’s, Kansas City
One-minute read. On Saturday June 1, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City hosted diocesan Area Confirmations. Churches presenting candidates: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City; St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City; St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church, Belton; St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City; The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Kansas
Christ Church Lexington’s 175th Anniversary
Three-minute read. On Sunday June 9, Christ Episcopal Church Lexington celebrated its 175th anniversary.
