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Episcopal Toolkit for COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution

February 22, 2021 February 26, 2021

Two-minute read. The Episcopal Church’s Office of Government Relations has developed a toolkit for individuals, congregations and ministries to facilitate and promote COVID-19 vaccine distribution in the United States. This toolkit promotes the ongoing work that parishes and dioceses have already been doing, shares best practices, and offers ideas for ways that communities can help U.S.- based Episcopalians. Note: the following information is presented in English and Spanish
Aviso: La siguiente información se presenta en inglés y en español

New Spirit Update, February 18, 2021

February 18, 2021 February 18, 2021

Once again we are blessed with more articles than you could shake a bishop’s crozier at. You’ll need to read the New Spirit Update to find out more!

Diakoneo Magazine February, 2021

February 18, 2021 February 26, 2021

Eight-minute read. The latest issue of Diakoneo, the magazine for deacons is available to read online. In this issue: A Zoom retreat for men in recovery, Allyship training, Young Episcopal Deacons – the under-50’s, Emergency grants for deacons, and more!

News Update February 4, 2021

February 4, 2021 February 15, 2021

St. Mary’s is proving parking for the houseless, Black History Month, Prepping for Lent, a jar of blessings, and lots for church leaders to take note of.

St. Mary’s to provide Kansas City’s first parking site for houseless people

February 4, 2021 February 5, 2021

One-minute read. Merging KC and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church are pleased to announce the launch of Kansas City’s first designated parking site for houseless people that have vehicles.

News Update January 21, 2021

January 21, 2021 January 21, 2021

In this issue, A podcast series on well-being, the latest Diversity and Reconciliation book study series, resources for Lent, and lots more.

News Update January 7, 2021

January 7, 2021 January 7, 2021

In this issue, Bishop Marty Reflects on the Events at the U.S. Capitol, Epiphany; truth becomes clear, Mini-Habits and the Big Journey, and lots more.

Upcoming Events

January 7, 2021 February 10, 2021

One-minute read. Here’s advanced notice of three upcoming events within the diocese.

News Update December 18, 2020

December 18, 2020 December 18, 2020

In this issue, more articles than you can shake a candy cane at. Christmas services 2020, messages from Bishop Marty and Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, Area Confirmation Pictures, Blue Christmas, and lots more.

Bishop Marty’s 2020 Christmas Message

December 16, 2020 December 18, 2020

Five-minute Video. Bishop Marty’s 2020 Christmas Message.

New book from Fr. Bryan Spoon to benefit Children’s Mercy Hospital

December 11, 2020 December 18, 2020

Two-minute read. Neuroscience and the Fruit of Spirit by Fr. Bryan Spoon is a guide for understanding the physiological basis for spirituality and ethical behavior. All the author’s royalties from the book will benefit Children’s Mercy Hospital.

Everything Holy

December 8, 2020 December 18, 2020

One-minute read. Everything Holy will bring elements of formation – liturgy, service, education and fellowship – to your door each month, woven together through a subtle sacramental and seasonal theme. Keeping multiple learning styles in mind, additional tangible supplies will often be included that tie it all together.

Presiding Bishop Curry’s Christmas Message 2020

December 7, 2020 December 18, 2020

Three-minute video. “Joy to the world! The Lord is come. In your hearts, in your homes, in your lives, prepare him room,” Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry.

Note: the following information is presented in English and Spanish
Aviso: La siguiente información se presenta en inglés y en español

The Cross – December 2020 Issue

December 7, 2020 December 17, 2020

One-minute read. The December 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.

Area Confirmations at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Springfield, Missouri

December 5, 2020 February 8, 2021

One-minute read. On Saturday, December 5, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Springfield hosted diocesan Area Confirmations. Churches presenting candidates: St John’s Episcopal Church, Springfield, and Christ Episcopal Church, Springfield.

News Update December 3, 2020

December 3, 2020 December 3, 2020

In this issue: Meet our latest deacons, Everything Holy faith care packages, Episcopal Relief & Development’s new prayer resource, Advent resources and lots more!

Episcopal Relief & Development launches a new online prayer service

December 3, 2020 December 3, 2020

One-minute read. Episcopal Relief & Development has launched a new online prayer experience. It is designed to provide a curated list of prayers to guide us in praying for significant seasons in The Episcopal Church, disasters, and other events.

The Cross – November 2020 Issue

November 30, 2020 December 17, 2020

One-minute read. The November 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.

Diakoneo Magazine November, 2020

November 30, 2020 November 30, 2020

Eight-minute read. The latest issue of Diakoneo, the magazine for deacons is available to read online. In this issue: A two-parish farm ministry, Deacon bridges race & economic status as Poor People’s Campaign leader, Zambia ministry follow-up, and more!

News Update November 25, 2020

November 25, 2020 November 25, 2020

In this issue: Some Thanksgiving prayers, and lots of pictures of the recent ordination and confirmation services, and of course, there’s always more.

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