Community dinners recommence at St. Matthew’s, Ozark
One-minute read. With COVID-19 restrictions lifting, St. Matthew’s, Ozark are restarting their long-running community dinners on June 23 with an old-fashioned picnic.
Event News
There is space for conversation ‘At the Table’ why not come and join us?
One-Minute read. This new resource helps you (re)connect as a family, friends, neighbors, or congregation around a table – be it kitchen, coffee, or picnic!
An evening in support of Episcopal Migration Ministries with Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and Iconographer Mr. Kelly Latimore
On Wednesday, June 23, at 5 pm, join Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and iconographer Mr. Kelly Latimore as they discuss EMM’s ministry to refugees and asylum seekers through the lens of iconography.
Evangelism Matters Conference sessions are now available for anyone to view
One-minute read. We hope that those who participated felt inspired, encouraged, and challenged, and are now ready to proclaim the Good News of Christ through word and example! Even though the conference is officially over, the learning and gathering doesn’t have to end.
Explore the possibilities for expanding your Children’s and Family Ministries
One-minute read. On Thursday, June 10, anyone involved in Children and Family Ministry is invited to join us in a virtual gathering to get better acquainted. Join us to explore the possibilities for expanding your Ministries
Children and Family Ministry Gathering
One-Minute read. Join a growing number of churches within our diocese that offer active ministries for children and families to get acquainted!
At the Table: Gathering Community
One-minute read. Imagine how good it feels to be at a table that is warm and welcoming. That is the kind of table At the Table hopes to create in your home or church sometime this summer.
Sharing Stories of Baptismal Living — monthly web conferences from Bexley Seabury Seminary
One-minute read. Following the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT, bestselling author and illustrator, Roger Hutchison, had the privilege of painting with children who experienced this tragic event. This profoundly affected him and convinced him to serve those who grieve with his writing and art.
Announcing the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry Summer Session 2021
One-minute read. Bishop Kemper School for Ministry is offering seven courses this summer, designed to support clergy and lay leaders in their ministry.
Pentecost season to open with Way of Love Revival Weekend
three-minute read. The Episcopal Church greets Pentecost with One in the Spirit, a Way of Love Revival Weekend designed to fan the flames of hope, celebrate difference, honor creation, foster beloved community, and send people toward Jesus’s Way of Love.
Holy Week at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral
When: Sunday, March 28 – Sunday, April 4
Where: Online
This year we are sharing the Holy Week services from Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral so that churches in West Missouri that are unable to hold or share all their Holy Week services online can come together and join us in prayer.
Easter Vigil live from Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral
When: Saturday, April 3, 2021, at 7 p.m.
Where: Online
Join us for the Easter Vigil, shared live online from Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, with readings and music from Episcopal churches throughout West Missouri.
Live Broadcast – Renewal of Vows and the Blessing of Oils
One hour, 26 minute Video. The Bishops of the Episcopal dioceses of Kansas, Western Kansas, Missouri, and West Missouri, in concert with the Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Central States Synod, joined together in an ecumenical service streamed live from Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri, on Tuesday, March 30 at 10 a.m.
Renewal of Vows and the Blessing of Oils
When: Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at 10 a.m.
Where: Online
The Bishops of the Episcopal dioceses of Kansas, Western Kansas, Missouri, and West Missouri, in concert with the Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Central States Synod, invite you to join them online in an ecumenical service streamed live from Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri, on Tuesday, March 30 at 10 a.m.
Four dioceses of The Episcopal Church and a Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America hold a joint service to renew baptismal and ordination vows and to bless oils
Two-minute read. On Holy Tuesday, March 30, Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri, hosted an interdenominational service to renew baptismal and ordination vows and to bless holy oils. Representing three dioceses of The Episcopal Church were bishops Cathleen Bascom, Bishop of Kansas; Deon Johnson, Bishop of Missouri; and Martin Field, Bishop of West Missouri. They were joined by Susan Candea, Bishop of ELCA’s Central States Synod.
The Way of the Wilderness: The Path to Wellness and Joy
One-Minute read.
A time-sensitive opportunity to be part of an interactive workshop on practical and transformative spiritual practices to experience the fullness of Lent.
Holy Week & Easter Sunday Services 2021
The Episcopal Churches of West Missouri provide lots of possibilities for reflection and prayer during Holy Week (March 29 – April 3). Below is a list of all the online services being held. Many of our churches also have limited in-person access, some requiring pre-registration, and others hold open-air services. Reach out to a church near you to see what they are offering.
Project Resource Offers Spring 2021 Stewardship Training
One-minute read. At a time when many of our resources, both denominational and ecumenical, in this area are contracting, Project Resource has proven success in being an effective and enduring set of practices for changing the culture of giving in congregations. April 18 – May 23.
Upcoming Events
One-minute read. Here’s advanced notice of three upcoming events within the diocese.
The Ordination of Lynda Ann Hurt & Isaac Ross Petty to The Sacred Order of Deacons
Two-minute read. On Monday, November 16, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. Lynda Ann Hurt and Isaac Ross Petty were ordained into the Sacred Order of Deacons at St Mary’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, Missouri.
