Transitions – September 2022
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of September 2022.
St. Andrew’s – Kansas City
Photographs of the ordination of Vicky Anderson, Adam James, and Barbara Wegener into the Sacred Order of Deacons
10-minute read. Photographs of the ordination of Vicky Anderson, Adam James, and Barbara Wegener into the Sacred Order of Deacons at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City.
Recording — The ordination of Vicky Anderson, Adam James, and Barbara Wegener into the Sacred Order of Deacons
120 minute video. On Saturday, October 1, 2022, Vicky Lyn Anderson, Adam Anthony James, and Barbara J. Wegener were ordained into the Sacred Order of Deacons at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City.
Ordination of Vicky Lyn Anderson, Adam Anthony James, and Barbara J. Wegener to the Sacred Order of Deacons
On Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 10:30 a.m., God willing, Vicky Lyn Anderson, Adam Anthony James, and Barbara J. Wegener will be ordained into the Sacred Order of Deacons.
Recording — Ordination of Jean Long to the Sacred Order of Deacons
141-minute video.On Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 4 p.m., Jean Marie Long was ordained into the Sacred Order of Deacons at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, Missouri.
Clergy Transitions – May 2022
One-minute read. Details of recent clergy transitions through to the end of May 2022.
The Episcopal Church at Kansas City Pride 2022 — June 10-12
One-minute read. Will you join us in affirming God’s love to all this June? Three churches of The Diocese of West Missouri have taken the lead on The Episcopal Church’s presence at Kansas City Pride 2022, and are inviting you to join them.
Recording — Ordination of Rita Kendagor to the Sacred Order of Priests
One hour, 32-minute video. On Saturday, May 28, 2022, at 10a.m., Rita Jo Carson Kendagor was ordained into the Sacred Order of Priests at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City.
Ordination of Jean Marie Long to the Sacred Order of Deacons
On Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 4 p.m., God willing, Jean Marie Long will be ordained into the Sacred Order of Deacons.
End of School Bash
When: May 15, 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: In-person. HJ’s Parking Lot, 6425 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64113
For: Everyone.
Be part of the carnival at St. Andrew’s Church to celebrate the end of school and Blessing of the Feet! Enjoy inflatable slides and carnival games along with ice cream and hot dog trucks.
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.
Live Broadcast — Ordination of Rita Jo Carson Kendagor to the Sacred Order of Deacons
One hour, 46-minute video. A recording of the ordination Rita Jo Carson Kendagor into the Sacred Order of Deacons, and the opening Eucharist of the 132nd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri, held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City Missouri, on Saturday, November 6, 2021.
Ordination of Rita Kendagor to the Sacred Order of Deacons & Convention Eucharist — November 6
When: Saturday, November 6, 2021, at 9 a.m.
Where: Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, 415 W 13th St., Kansas City, MO 64105
Area Confirmation Service at St. Andrew’s
One-minute read. On Saturday, April 24, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City hosted the second Area Confirmation Service of 2021. Presenting candidates were: Alban’s, Bolivar; St. Andrew’s, Kansas City; St. Christ Church, Saint Joseph; Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Kansas City; Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City; Grace Episcopal Church, Liberty St. Mary’s, Kansas City, Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Kansas City.
Live Broadcast — Area Confirmations at St. Andrew’s, Kansas City
One hour, 44-minute video.
Recording of the Area Confirmation Service held at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at 2 p.m., St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, Missouri.
Area Confirmation Service at St. Andrew’s
Five-minute read. On Saturday, September 19, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City hosted the first diocesan Area Confirmation Service of 2020, and we have lots of pictures!
Welcome Mother Melissa, the new assistant rector at St. Andrew’s, Kansas City
One-minute read. The Rev. Melissa Roberts George has accepted a call to be the new assistant rector for Hospitality, Engagement, and Parish Care at St. Andrew’s, Kansas City.
Photo essay: St. Andrew’s, Kansas City, the ‘New Norm’
Two-minute read. On Sunday July 12, 2020, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, Missouri, opened its doors for the first in-person service since March. Mary Ann Teschan was there to capture these pictures of the ‘New Norm.’
Bishop Marty’s Sermons: October – November
One-minute read. Bishop Marty’s recent sermons are now available to listen to on the diocesan website.
Area Confirmations at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Raytown, Missouri
One-minute read. On Saturday, November 2, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Raytown hosted diocesan Area Confirmations. Churches presenting candidates: Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, Blue Springs, Trinity Church, Independence, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Kansas City, Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Kansas City, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, Kansas City, St. Paul’s, Lee’s Summit, St. Matthew’s, Raytown.
