January 19, 2022

Compline / Completas

Evening Prayer with our Companion Diocese

Thursday, Jan. 20

6 p.m.

Zoom

The Companion Diocese Committee invites you to enjoy evening prayers together with our Companion Diocese of Puerto Rico on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.

Compline will be led in English and/or Spanish by members of both dioceses. A shared screen will show the prayer in English and Spanish.

Join the Zoom gathering.

(no registration necessary)

How to Protect Houses of Worship from Hate Crimes

Thursday, Jan. 20

7 p.m.

Zoom

The deadly hostage situation at a Texas synagogue over this past weekend was a reminder of the risks we all face in our houses of worship.

The Interfaith Partnership of St. Louis offers this virtual event to learn how to mobilize against hate to protect our religiously diverse friends and neighbors.

Learn more and register.

The Great Middle:

A follow-up to COP26

Wednesday, Jan. 26

7 p.m.

Zoom

Episcopalians from North Dakota to Texas and the Great Lakes to the Rockies are invited to this virtual event to discuss COP26. You'll hear from members of the Presiding Bishop's delegation to the United Nations World Climate Conference.

Find out what happened at the October event in Glasgow, Scotland, and what we can do as Christians to help protect our environment.

Register for the event.

Creation Care Movie Group:

My Octopus Teacher

Wednesday, Jan. 26

7 p.m.

Zoom

The Diocesan Creation Care Ministry Team invites you to a discussion of the documentary My Octopus Teacher. This 2020 Oscar winning film follows diver Craig Foster and the unique relationship he builds with an octopus.

Watch the film on your own, then join us on Zoom for a casual discussion with your friends.

Learn more and register.

Book Discussion:

Caste: The Origins of our Discontents

February 1, 8, 15

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Zoom or in-person

Join the Interfaith Partnership of St. Louis for a three-session seminar exploring Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wlkerson's book, Caste: The Origins of our Discontents. Discussion will be led by Dr. David Greenhaw, president emeritus of Eden Theological Seminary.

Learn more and register.

Month of Grace + Prayer:

A Retreat in Everyday Life

Begins February 6

(virtual)

All are invited to be a part of this ecumenical retreat to become more aware of God's presence in your life.

Pray on your own 20 minutes each day and meet one-on-one with a spiritual companion one hour (on your schedule) each week. This is an individually directed retreat tailored to your own desires. Committed couples are also welcome to participate.

Learn more and register.

Hymn of the Week:

O Zion, Haste

This week's featured hymn invites us to go out into the world and spread the Word of God. Nick Bideler, Choirmaster and Organist at the Church of St. Michael & St. George in Clayton shares the story.

• Read this week's column.
• Read past Hymn of the Week columns.

Epiphany Reflection:

Epiphany Arrived Early

The Rev. Dr. Paul Metzler reflects on a moment of humility and appreciation for those who provide life-giving services for our common good. These reflections are offered by Confluence, A Center for Spirituality in the Diocese of Missouri.

Read this week's reflection.

Recommended Resources:

Christian Formation & Discipleship:

January newsletter

from Virginia Theological Seminary

Lent Resources for Parish & Family

from Building Faith

Absalom Jones Resources

from The Episcopal Church:

• Presiding Bishop Video: Give to Episcopal HBCUs
• Absalom Jones Updated Biography
• Lesson Plans for Children

Job Opening

The Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion in University City is hiring a part-time sexton.

• View position and apply through Indeed.

If you have news, announcements, or pictures you'd like to share with the diocese, please send your information to Communications Director Janis Greenbaum.