New Spirit Update, September 21, 2023
In this issue: A Letter from Bishop Diane, Annual Convention Nomination and Registration is Still Open, Youth Game Night and more!
News Update 09-21-2023
“Access for All God’s Children” Group Gathers in Support for People Living with Disabilities
On Saturday, September 9, the Access for All God’s Children Committee had a gathering in support of a group of people living with disabilities.
Springfield Hosts Southern Youth Game Night on September 15
On Saturday, September 15, St. James Episcopal Church hosted the first diocesan Youth Game Night. Kids in 6th-12th grade from across the southern deanery got together for food, games, and fun!
Protecting Places of Worship: Six Steps to Enhance Security
The Department of Homeland Security and the FBI have given some updated guidance on how parishes can better protect their houses of worship.
St. Mary’s Mass for First Responders
St. Mary’s will have a Mass to celebrate the Feast of Saint Michael and honor our first responders, military, and veterans on September 29 at 6:00 p.m. The Rev. Adam James, Deacon at St. Andrews and former firefighter, will deliver the sermon.
Welcoming the Rev. Brittany Sparrow Savage to the Standing Committee!
The Standing Committee is pleased to welcome the Rev. Brittany Sparrow Savage as a new committee member.
Transitions – August 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of August 2023.
Diversity Workshop at Grace Episcopal Church a Success!
On September 16, the Diversity and Reconciliation Commission hosted a Diversity Workshop at Grace Episcopal Church in Liberty. Members from all across the diocese got together to learn about the importance of diversity and the influences it has in our community.
St. Oswald’s to Celebrate 125th Harvest Festival
Come celebrate the 125th Harvest Festival at St. Oswald’s in-the-Fields Episcopal Church of rural Skidmore. This year’s celebration will be held on Sunday, October 1, beginning at 11 a.m.
A Letter from Bishop Diane
Bishop Diane writes a letter to The Diocese of West Missouri about an on-going, public discussion that stemmed from a letter from the President of the House of Deputies on August 30.
Kansas City Bronze Handbell Choir Concert
The Kansas City Bronze will be performing at St. Mary Magdalene’s on Thursday, October 28 at 6pm. Come join us!
Congratulations to the Rev. Joe Pierjok on his Installation as Rector of Grace Episcopal Church!
On September 8, the Rev. Joe Pierjok was Installed as Rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage! Congratulations to the Rev. Joe Pierjok.
November 2023 Diversity Workshop: Undoing Racism
The Diocese of West Missouri is hosting another Diversity Workshop at Annual Convention on November 10. Registration is open.
Blessing of the Animals at St. Mark’s in Kimberling City, MO
St. Mark’s Church in Kimberling City is inviting everyone to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4th with a “Blessing of the Animals” service officiated by Mother Anne Cheffey.
