New Spirit Update, November 24, 2022
In this issue, Be SMART for the holidays, Bishop Diane’s sermon at the convention Holy Eucharist, lots of announcements and upcoming events.
News
Direct communication builds trust and strengthens relationships
Two-minute read. During Diocesan Convention it was my pleasure as Vice President of Diocesan Council to share the hard work that’s been done throughout the past eleven months toward rebuilding trust, improving communication, and adopting a solid plan for ministry driven by mission and vision. Read on to find out more.
The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) Advent Newsletter
Three-minute read. Read The Episcopal Network for Stewardship’s Advent newsletter.
Church Financial Audit Policy Reminder
In an effort to comply with the Constitution and Canons of The Episcopal Church, Bishop Bruce is instructing all churches to complete audits of their finances annually. In addition, the bishop is instructing all churches to submit a copy of the completed audit by August 1 each year, ahead of the September 1 deadline.
New Spirit Update, November 10, 2022
In this issue, a roundup of the 133rd Annual Convention, photos of the ordination of Collin Larimore, Be SMART – gun safety and children, Advent is coming, and much more.
On the Cusp of Advent
Two-minute read. On the cusp of Advent, Ordinary Time winds to a close. What has Ordinary Time held for you?
A round-up of West Missouri’s 133rd Annual Convention
Two-minute read. On November 4 and 5, 2022, the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri was held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri. This was the diocese’s first convention since the election of Bishop Diane as the diocese’s Bishop Provisional in 2021.
The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) November Newsletter
Four-minute read. Read Twelve Baskets Full, The Episcopal Network for Stewardship’s latest monthly newsletter.
Recording — Business Session of the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri
six-hour, 40-minute video. Watch the full recording of the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri.
Honorary Canons and Bishop’s Shield recipients
Two-minute read. At the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri, the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, bishop provisional of West Missouri, announced three honorary canons of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, and six Bishop’s Shield recipients.
Recording – The opening Eucharist of the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri
90 Minute video. On Friday, November 4, 2022, the opening Eucharist of the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri was held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri.
Bishop Diane’s sermon at the 2022 Annual Convention Eucharist
Nine-minute Video. Watch the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce’s sermon given at the Holy Eucharist celebrated at the start of the 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri on November 4, 2022.
Diakoneo Magazine November, 2022
15-minute read. The latest issue of Diakoneo, the magazine for deacons is available to read online.
Recording – The ordination of Collin Larimore to the Sacred Order of Priests
104 Minute video. On Saturday, October 22, Collin Kenneth Larimore was ordained into the Sacred Order of Priests at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri.
The ordination of Collin Larimore into the Sacred Order of Priests
10-minute read. Photographs of the ordination of Collin Larimore into the Sacred Order of Priests at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri, on October 22.
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!
Annual Convention Update
Two-minute read. The 133rd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri is now two weeks away. And there are lots of things going on, read on to find out about training sessions, convention documents, and the schedule.
Annual Convention and Admin website news & updates
One-minute read. A rundown of the updates to the annual convention webpages and the diocesan administrative website that have taken place this week.
Ordination of Krista Heuett to the Sacred Order of Priests
One-minute read. On Thursday, October 13, 2022, Deacon Krista Heuett, was ordained into the Sacred Order of Priests in an ordination service held at All Saints Episcopal Church in Lansing, Michigan.
El Comité de Nominaciones del Obispo Presidente publica una encuesta para toda la Iglesia, en la que se solicita la participación antes del 31 de octubre
Two-minute read. El Comité Conjunto de Nominaciones de la Iglesia Episcopal para la Elección del Obispo Presidente invita a todos los episcopales a participar en una encuesta.
