Institution and Installation of the Rev. Jonathan Galles as Rector of Church of Resurrection, Blue Springs
On Saturday, November 4, Fr. Jonathan Galles will be installed as Rector of Church of Resurrection in Blue Springs, Missouri.
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New Spirit Update – October 24, 2023
In this issue: Annual Convention nominees announced, Youth Lock-in, Vigil for Peace, and more!
A Welcoming Retreat for Clergy Spouse at Trinity Meadows
On Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7, several clergy spouses gathered with bishop spouse Steve Bruce at Trinity Meadows Retreat hosted by Fr. David Angus and his husband, James Hill, in Dunnegan, Missouri.
Job Opening: Pre-K Teacher for St. Peter’s Episcopal Day School
St. Peter’s Episcopal Day School, a preschool for children 2 to 5 years old in south Kansas City, is accepting applications for a pre-K teacher’s position.
Vigil for Peace at St. Paul’s, Kansas City
In light of the events in the Holy Land, St. Paul’s of Kansas City will be having a Vigil for Peace on Wednesday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Safe Church, Safe Community Training in Southern Deanery
On December 16 at 10:00 a.m., there will be training for Safe Church, Safe Community certification held at St. James Episcopal Church in Springfield.
Bishop Bruce Calls the Diocese to Pray and Fast on Tuesday, October 17
Bishop Diane writes a letter to The Diocese of West Missouri in response to the violence in Israel and Gaza.
New Spirit Update – October 5, 2023
In this issue: A Letter from Bishop Diane, Annual Convention Nomination and Registration is Still Open, Diversity Workshop and more!
Heartland Cursillo Represented at Episcopal Cursillo Ministry Annual Conference
On September 21 – 23, the Episcopal Cursillo Ministry held their Annual Conference ‘Come to the Holy Hill’ at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia.
“Growing Problems” for All Saints in West Plains
After an eight-month Covid shutdown, the wooden pews at All Saints Episcopal Church in West Plains remained mostly empty through many ensuing months of Sunday services. Some Sunday mornings, four parishioners attended. Other times, the congregation surged to 10. These days, All Saints has a different problem. Too few pews.
September 2023 “Still Time for Success” Stewardship Video
Watch this recording of the September 2023 diocesan Stewardship Commission’s “Still Time for Success” webinar where the group shared their successes and challenges with this year’s annual campaign fund.
Transitions – September 2023
One-minute read. Details of the churches in transition and the clergy transitions through to the end of September 2023.
Renewal of Ministry to be Held for The Rev. Jon Behen
You’re invited to join Christ Episcopal Church for a special worship service on October 19. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., a Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of a New Rector service will be held for The Rev. Joe Behen, who will officially be installed as our new Rector by The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce.
A Letter from UBE of West Missouri
On September 27, 2023, the local chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians held a special election to fill vacant chapter positions. Here are the results!
Church of the Good Shepherd Hosts Northwest-Metro Youth Game Night on September 22
On Saturday, September 22, Church of the Good Shepherd hosted the second diocesan Youth Game Night. Kids in 6th-12th grade from across the northwest-metro deanery got together for food, games, and fun!
St. Andrew’s Will Be Hosting a Be SMART Presentation
On Saturday, October 14, at 11 a.m., St. Andrew’s is hosting a Be SMART presentation in the Community Room at HJ’s Youth and Community Center. This 20-minute presentation will offer knowledge on how individuals can take steps to help prevent shootings by and of children.
From Bishop Diane: A Letter About the House of Bishops Meeting
Bishop Diane writes a letter to The Diocese of West Missouri following the conclusion of the House of Bishops meeting.
The 3 Part Series: A Journey with the Desert Mystics Returns!
Good news! The Rev. Brad Karelius will be doing an encore presentation of his 3-part series on desert spirituality in the southern part of the Diocese of West Missouri this December from the first to the third.
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!
“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.
