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The Cross – August 2021
One-minute read. In this issue: Planned giving opportunities. How to keep the ministry strong during the “between times.” Brotherhood ministry with veterans & restorative justice efforts. Critical “what if” news from National President, Conrad Jones. Order information from our supply list.
New Spirit Update, August 19, 2021
In this issue: Responding to the earthquake in Haiti, a video introduction from Bishop Bruce, the Presiding Bishop on getting vaccinated, and much more!
Get nominated. Your help is needed in guiding the diocese
One-minute read. Have you considered volunteering your time and talents to serving the church in diocesan leadership (elected and/or appointed) and wondered what would be expected of you? How much time is involved? Descriptions of all opportunities are available online.
New Spirit Update, August 5, 2021
In this issue: we’ve been gone for three weeks, so this has become a bumper catch-up issue, including the announcement of the Standing Committee’s selection of their candidate for bishop provisional, the installation of the Rev. James Harris, St. Paul’s calls new rector, and much, much, more!
Diakoneo Magazine August, 2021
Eight-minute read. The latest issue of Diakoneo, the magazine for deacons is available to read online.
The Cross – July 2021 Issue
One-minute read. The July edition of The Cross, the magazine of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, a worldwide ministry to men and youth in the Episcopal and Anglican communion is available to read online.
Annual Diocesan Convention 2021
Registration is now open, and full details of the 132nd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri are available on the Convention website. We are open for nominations for Diocesan Council members and Standing Committee members. We are also ready to receive your reports and resolutions.
Approved Diocesan Council minutes for October 2020, December 2020, and April 2021 available to read online
20-minute read. The approved Diocesan Council minutes for the meetings held in October 2020, December 2020, and April 2021 have been published.
Episcopal Church Women are accepting scholarship applications through Friday, August 7, 2021
One-minute read. The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) have scholarship opportunities available to women who are at least twenty-three years of age, a member of a parish or mission in The Diocese of West Missouri and who are studying for the diaconate or priesthood.
Website updates
One-minute read. Details of some administrative updates to the diocesan websites.
The Cross – June 2021 Issue
One-minute read. The June edition of The Cross, the magazine of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, a worldwide ministry to men and youth in the Episcopal and Anglican communion is available to read online.
Have your say, survey on the impact of COVID-19 on The Episcopal Church
Two-minute read. This new survey is seeking to understand how clergy and churchgoers in the United States have coped with the COVID-19 pandemic and their opinions about how this may affect the Church.
New Spirit Update, June 3, 2021
In this issue: Fr. Isaac Petty’s ordination, the Fall and Rise of St. Margaret’s, Bishop Marty on Memorial Day, and a whole lot more!
New Spirit Update, May 20, 2021
In this issue: In search of a new bishop, the Re-Dedication of St. James (with bonus baptisms), BKSM Graduations, Pentecost, and a whole lot more!
New Spirit Update, May 6, 2021
In this issue: Photos from the recent Area Confirmation services, Rogationtide, Thurgood Marshall’s Feast day, the 22nd Anniversary of Columbine, and a whole lot more!
Diakoneo Magazine May, 2021
Eight-minute read. The latest issue of Diakoneo, the magazine for deacons is available to read online.
New Spirit Update, April 22, 2021
In this issue: Find out about our two new deacons, plus pictures from their ordinations, Hope & Faith in a time of Discouragement, and a whole lot more!
New Spirit Update, March 18, 2021
In this issue: Bishop Marty celebrates ten years of ordained ministry as the eighth bishop of West Missouri, A generous donation to ‘Everything Holy,’ Lots about Holy Week, we need your help with the Easter Vigil, and more!
Take a look at these Holy Week resources for you and your church
Two-minute read. Reading, practical suggestions, online services, and resources for churches, everything you need for Holy Week.
