New Spirit Updates

New Spirit Update, October 21, 2022

In this Issue: Annual Convention update including convention training, resolutions, nominations, schedule, plus the presiding bishop nominating committee releases a churchwide survey, and lots more!

New Spirit Update, October 6, 2022

In this Issue: Meet our newest vocational deacons and your last chance to submit resolutions and register to attend the diocesan convention, responding to Hurricane Ian, and lots more!

New Spirit Update, September 15, 2022

In this Issue: Episcopal Relief & Development reaches $3M campaign target, Annual Convention registration, and details of lots of upcoming events.

New Spirit Update, September 1, 2022

In this Issue: New Society of Catholic Priests chapter, Good Shepherd’s Laundry day, stewardship survey, transitions, and lots of Events to look forward to.

New Spirit Update, August 19, 2022

In this Issue: Photographs of the Northwest-Metro picnic, a letter from Bishop Diane. Plus Recapping the Women’s Retreat, The Historic Church House of Saint Augustine’s, and lots of announcements and events.

New Spirit Update, August 4, 2022

In this Issue: Photographs of the Central and Southern Deanery Picnics, the Lambeth Conference, stewardship resources, and lots more.

New Spirit Update, July 21, 2022

In this Issue: Bishop Diane and Fathers Chas Marks & Charles Everson reflect on the General Convention, and a whole lot of events to look forward to. Plus, clergy transition, some Episcofacts, and how to promote church events online.

New Spirit Update, July 7, 2022

In this Issue: Meet west Missouri’s Deputies to General Convention. Photographs of Bishop Jos’ consecration. Plus, Roanridge Grant is awarded to West Missouri, and a whole lot more!

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!

New Spirit Update, June 2, 2022

In this Issue: The Ordination of Rita Kendagor into the Sacred Order of Priests and a pastoral letter from Bishop Bruce. Plus, Stephanie Hasty reflects on Juneteenth, have a Spirit-filled summer, clergy transitions, upcoming events, and much more.

New Spirit Update, May 19, 2022

In this issue: With an increase in COVID-19 cases, The Episcopal Church plans for a shorter General Convention,St. Anne’s Afghan Refugee family settles in. Plus, Bishop Bruce on Dobbs VS Jackson Women’s Health Organization, meet Rachael Orth our new Events Coordinator, lots of upcoming events, and more!

New Spirit Update, May 5, 2022

In this issue: Fr. Steven King is officially welcomed as the rector of St. Paul’s, Kansas City, and Bishop-elect Tharakan receives his ordination consent. Plus, the Daughters of the King’s Spring Assembly, the diocese is 133, a request for postcards, lots of events, and so much more!

New Spirit Update, April 21, 2022

In this issue: the Presiding Bishop’s Easter message, photographs of the Renewal of Vows at the Cathedral, and confirmations at St. Matthew’s. Plus: an introduction to our newest transitional deacons, and much more!

New Spirit Update, April 8, 2022

In this issue: Photographs of Krista Heuett and Collin Larimore’s diaconal ordination, new Central Deanery officers. Plus: One in Spirit; one in the Lord report and pictures, news diocesan staff direct telephone numbers, and a whole lot more!

New Spirit Update, March 17, 2022

In this issue: Good Friday Offering, celebrating 100 years of financial gifts, national poll results, and clergy changes. Plus: Bishop Bruce wants your pictures, International Outreach Grant, lots of upcoming events, and more!

New Spirit Update, March 3, 2022

In this issue: St. James rector elected 14th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho, St. Augustine’s gives $1,000 to Absalom Jones fund. Plus: St. Stephen’s, Monett, to host Community Lenten Services, the two final Black History Month videos, and more!

New Spirit Update, February 17, 2022

In this issue: Bishop Bruce’s Absalom Jones sermon, the Rev. Steven Wilson, and clergy transitions, plus: Black History Month videos for weeks one and two, educational scholarships, and more.

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!

New Spirit Update, January 20, 2022

In this issue: The Presiding Bishop’s MLK day speech and be on guard for phishing emails. Plus: the hybrid church, a large stained glass window is looking for a new home, and more.

New Spirit Update, January 13, 2022

In this issue: Photographs of Bishop Bruce’s welcome and seating and lots of upcoming events. Plus: Chalking the door and staff updates.

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