News Update 06-16-2022

New Spirit Update, June 16, 2022

In this Issue: Photographs of the ordination of Jean Long into the diaconate, Our churches at KC Pride 2022, ‘A Season of Prayer for Revival.’ Plus, Prayer Vigil Against Gun Violence at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, RSVP for the Deanery Picnics, Stewardship Resources, and more!

Save the Date — 2022 Annual Convention — November 4 & 5

One-minute read. This year’s convention will again be a combined online and in-person event held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, and via online meeting software, with the proceedings being shown on social media.

Preaching Excellence Program 2022

One-minute read. Two Bishop Kemper School for Ministry students were among the nationwide attendees of the 2022 Preaching Excellence Program. Read more about their experience!

Prayer Vigil Against Gun Violence

A Prayer Vigil Against Gun Violence will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday June 21, 2022, at Grace and Holy Trinity. All are invited to attend in person or online.

West Missouri chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE)

One-minute read. It is time to begin the process of starting a UBE chapter here in our diocese.

The need for a UBE chapter in West Missouri has been discussed by various people off and on, and Bishop Bruce has strongly urged that this become a reality.

Sharing God’s love at Kansas City Pride 2022

One-minute read. Several Episcopal churches from West Missouri braved the sunshine and heat to participate in the Kansas City Pride 2022 parade on Saturday, June 11, 2022.

Leadership Essentials Session 8 – Constitution & Canons

The Constitution & Canons comprise the governing rules of the diocese. What are these rules? And how do they affect the governance of your church?

Join the Diocesan Chancellors, Mark Galus and David Powell, for an overview of the Constitution & Canons and a discussion about their practical, legal, and financial implications on your home parish or mission.

Central Deanery Picnic

Please join us for the Central Deanery picnic at St. Annes’s Episcopal Church in Lee’s Summit at noon on Saturday, July 23. The Deanery will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and condiments, and asks that those attending bring sides and desserts, as each is able.

Southern Deanery Picnic

The Southern Deanery picnic is scheduled to be held at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Ozark at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 30. The Deanery will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and condiments, and asks that those attending bring sides and desserts, as each is able.

Northwest-Metro Deanery Picnic

Please join us for the Northwest-Metro picnic at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Kansas City at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 7. The Deanery will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and condiments, and asks that those attending bring sides and desserts, as each is able.

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