Stop Human Trafficking and Abuse Event
Two-minute read. On Saturday March 30 a Stop Human trafficking and Abuse event was held at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City.
Gary Allman
Gary Allman is Communications Director with The Diocese of West Missouri, and 1stVP Communications and Public Relations for the Brotherhood of St. Andrew.
He would like it known that contrary to popular belief, and despite often being seen with a camera in his hands, he is not the diocesan photographer. We are always looking for volunteer photographers, if you are interested please get in touch with Gary — contact details below.
Easter Vigil & Baptisms at Grace, Carthage
Two-minute read. Easter Vigil and 150th anniversary celebration dinner at Grace, Carthage.
Lent, Worship in the Real World, Service in Africa, PSAs and News…
Five-minute read. There’s a lot to read in this issue. Lent and rules of life, taking advantage of everyday situations for worship, some Public Service Announcements, working with the Peace Corps in Africa, and we have new clergy to introduce too.
Unknowing Victims
10-minute read. Are you a victim? It’s a crime that can be very hard for people to admit to being the victim of. For some it is because it is an embarrassing admission that they were duped, for others, it is because they don’t even know that they are victims.
Building Community in West Missouri
15 Minute video. People from across the diocese tell their stories of how diocesan grants and funds are being used in their ministries and outreach.
Bishop’s Ball and Youth Awards 2018
Five-minute read. Christ Episcopal Church Springfield hosted this year’s Bishop’s Ball on Saturday November 3. There was good food, awards, and dancing to be enjoyed.
Fall Confirmations at St. James, Springfield
Two-minute read. Thursday November 1. Area Confirmations at St. James, Springfield.
Of Sorrow, Of Joy
10 minute read. Sorrow in how people, and men specifically treat the people around them, and Joy at the celebrations of church life that we hold throughout the year within the diocese.
General Convention in Pictures
10 minute read. There’s been a lot of words written about the 2018 General Convention in Austin, Texas. Here are the pictures.
St. Augustine’s Celebration of the Renewal of Ministry
5 minute read. St. Augustine’s recently held a Celebration of the Renewal of Ministry.
Recharging Spiritual Batteries
Eight-minute read. A reminder not to forget to look after your volunteers (and yourself!) General Convention is almost upon us! That Wedding (and I have a whine.) Why you can expect to see more on Human Trafficking, and when May becomes June.
Area Confirmations at Grace Episcopal Church, Carthage
Two-minute read. On Saturday April 21, 2018, Grace Episcopal Church, Carthage hosted diocesan Area Confirmations. Taking part were members of Christ Church, Springfield; Grace, Carthage; St. Nicholas, Noel; St. Philips Joplin and All Saints, Nevada.
Area Confirmations at Calvary Episcopal Church, Sedalia
Two-minute read. On Saturday May, 5 2018, Calvary Episcopal Church, Sedalia hosted diocesan Area Confirmations. Taking part were members of Calvary, Sedalia; Christ Church, Warrensburg; and St. Peter’s, Harrisonville.
What Happens At Convention Doesn’t Have To Stay At Convention
Five-minute read. Why you should read about the diocesan convention and take an active role in the decision-making process.
Work Group Reports — Finance Team
One-minute read (unless you follow the links and study the budget!) A report on the work of the Finance Team.
Area Confirmations at St. John’s, Springfield
One-minute read. At an Area Confirmation service held in October members of St. John’s and Christ Episcopal Church, Springfield were confirmed.
Area Confirmations at St. Mary’s, Kansas City
One-minute read. At an Area Confirmation service held in November members of St. Mary’s, Kansas City; Church of the Resurrection, Blue Springs; Church of the Good Shepherd, Kansas City and Trinity, Independence took part.
Installation of Fr. Jim Lile at All saints’, Nevada
One-minute read. Pictures of Fr. Jim’s Installation at All Saints’ Nevada.
New Spirit
Five-minute read. Welcome to the first ‘online only’ version of Spirit. Read all about it!
Awakening the Spirit – Kansas City
Two-minute read. (Unless you watch the video!) On Saturday May 6, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry joined the Diocese of West Missouri in the first half of the Awakening the Spirit in West Missouri held at Kansas City Live!
