New Spirit Update, February 3, 2022
In this issue: Black History Month, a new dean, meet the transition missioner, and an interim priest for St. Philips, plus: Church and household resources for Lent, Stewardship resources, and more!
News Update 02-03-2022
Diocesan Diversity and Reconciliation Commission to release a new series of four videos during Black History Month
One-minute read. During Black History Month, the Diversity and Reconciliation Commission of the diocese will once again be offering online video presentations on the lives of famous black Episcopalians.
Reredos candles looking for a new home
One-minute read. St. Stephen’s, Monett would like to find a new church home for their six old reredos candles, which are some forty years old and in good working order.
Mother Robin James elected Dean of the Northwest-Metro Deanery
One-minute read. At the Deanery Council Meeting held online on Saturday, January 30, 2022, the Rev. Robin L. James was elected the new dean of the Northwest-Metro Deanery.
Fr. Ted Estes to serve as interim priest at St. Philip’s, Joplin
One-minute read. The vestry of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Joplin has named The Rev. Ted Estes as their interim priest, starting on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Fr. Ted will serve St. Philip’s while the search is undertaken for a full-time rector to replace Fr. Frank Sierra who is retiring.
Absalom Jones, The Episcopal Church’s first black priest
Two-minute read. Fr. John Spicer writes about Absalom Jones, The Episcopal Church’s first black priest.
Lent resources for households
Three-minute read. Simple patterns give God space to touch our hearts. The companionship of a church family transforms the experience. We love Lent and live Lent through our senses and in our choices. A plan for being gives us a reason for doing. How do you want to be during Lent this year?
Introducing the Rev. Chas Marks, Transition Missioner (part-time)
Two-minute read. At the start of the year, we welcomed the Rev. Chas Marks to the Diocesan staff. Fr. Chas is joining us in the part-time role of Transition Missioner.
Lent resources for churches
Three-Minute read. Lent is not something we have to do alone. Despite the resurgence of COVID 19, in-person or online fellowship opportunities offered through the congregation and in the companionship of our church family transforms the experience and keep us connected.
TENS: New stewardship credentials and resources
Three-minute read. The theme for the 2022 TENS Stewardship Campaign Resources is More Than Enough. Find out what stewardship resources are available.
