Views from Iona, Scotland:
A group from the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri is on retreat on the island of Iona, Scotland this week. The group is led by the Rev. Susie Skinner. This beautiful picture is from St. Martin's member Mary Drastal.
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Fall Diocesan Leadership Conference
Saturday, Oct. 1
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Event
The Standing Committee invites all lay and clergy members throughout the Diocese to our Fall Leadership Conference. The theme of this year's event is Haven & Hub: Security, Hospitality, and Innovation in the Next Era of the Church.
This will be an in-person event, with members meeting in four locations (by convocation) and presentations happening via Zoom.
The cost of this event is $25 per person. Registration deadline is September 25.
Get more details and register.
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Grace Hill Open House
Monday, Sept. 12
5 - 7 p.m.
2600 Hadley Street, Old North St. Louis
The historic Grace Hill site has been a part of the Diocese of Missouri since 1945 and has served as an active congregation, health clinics, and a variety of social services.
Now, a special diocesan task force is looking at what's next for this property and seeking community input. If you have ideas or know of groups who might be interested in partnering with us, please pass along an invitation to this event.
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Requiem or Renaissance: Cohort #2
Saturday, Sept. 17
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Dispersed Gathering
Register your team by September 12
Registration is now open for the second session of Requiem or Renaissance for Cohort #2. Each participating parish will meet in their individual churches, with a shepherd assigned to act as a leader for the session. All groups will be connected via Zoom for group worship and presentations.
Get all the details and register.
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Open Discussion:
The True Meaning of Christian Discipleship
Thursday, Sept. 8
7 p.m.
The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew invites all in the Diocese to join them as they take on the topic of Christian discipleship. Each month of this new program year, the group will discuss topics from the book, Spiritual Classics: Selected Readings on the Twelve Spiritual Disciplines.
Learn more and get the full program schedule.
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Communications Forum:
Sharing our Stories
Friday, Sept. 9
1 p.m.
Zoom
There's a lot of good news happening in the Diocese of Missouri right now! Let's come together to find creative and effective ways to share our stories.
Our First Fridays events return this week (the second Friday!). Anyone who works or volunteers in any kind of communications position throughout the Diocese is invited to join the discussion.
Learn more and get the Zoom link.
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Month of Grace + Prayer
A Retreat in Everyday Life
Begins September 11
Hosted by St. Francis Episcopal Church, Eureka
You are invited to go on a spiritual retreat without taking time off work or even leaving your home. The Month of Grace + Prayer is an individually directed retreat -- you pray each day on your own, meet once a week with a spiritual companion (in-person or via Zoom) at times that are convenient for you, and grow closer to God. All adults are welcome. Committed couples can also take part together.
Learn more about the retreat.
To register, contact Clarence Heller.
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The Moon and I
Free Concert at St. Timothy's
Sunday, Sept. 11
3 p.m.
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Creve Coeur
Acclaimed soprano Leann Schuering will be performing songs that celebrate our connection to the moon at this free concert at St. Timothy's this Sunday. All are invited!
Learn more and register.
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Project Resource
A program for stewardship leaders
5 consecutive Sundays, beginning Sept. 11
4-6 p.m. (Central Time)
The College for Bishops offers this 5-week program to equip clergy and lay leaders to develop their year-round annual stewardship campaigns.
Get program details and register.
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Keeping your Communities Safe
Monday, Sept. 12
7-9 p.m.
Pathfinder Church, Ellisville
Tier One Tactical Solutions is offering a FREE training workshop for church leaders and facility managers. The program is designed to help you develop a long-range plan to keep your congregation safe when you gather to worship.
Learn more and register.
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Faithful Readiness
An emergency preparedness workshop for faith communities
Tuesday, Sept. 13
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Woodcrest Chapel, Columbia
This workshop features presentations and panel discussions focusing on the proper approach to responding to an emergency event within your church and/or community.
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Province IV & V Creation Care Networks
Monday, Sept. 12
12 p.m. (Central Time)
Zoom
Join Episcopalians from across our region to learn about environmental actions coming from the 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church.
Learn more and get the Zoom link.
This Creation Care group will be meeting regularly on the second Tuesday of each month -- mark your calendar for more important discussions!
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Sacred Ground: Fall Kickoff Webinar
Thursday, Sept. 15
12:30 p.m. (Central Time)
Zoom
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will share his vision for racial reckoning and justice ministry in this webinar to kick off a new year of Becoming Beloved Community programming.
This webinar will also include discussion with Sacred Ground leaders to explore strategies for hosting this powerful program in your communities. Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. The program is free and available for all parishes and ministries to engage.
Learn more and register for the webinar.
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Emery Washington Celebration
Sunday, Sept. 18
4 - 6 p.m.
The Episcopal Church of All Saints and Ascension, Northwoods
Everyone in the Emery Washington Convocation is invited to come together to celebrate the convocation's patron, the Rev. Emery Washington.
Along with this celebration, we'll also officially install our Dean and Warden in a special liturgy presided over by Bishop Deon Johnson.
Learn more and RSVP.
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Beth Goad to Retire as ECM Executive Director
Elizabeth (Beth) Goad will be retiring from her position as Executive Director of Episcopal City Mission at the end of 2022. Beth has served in this ministry for ten years, guiding the organization in fulfillment of its mission to provide positive programming and caring support for children and teens in the St. Louis juvenile justice system.
We are grateful to Beth for her caring leadership for the past decade!
Learn more.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15, 2022
We encourage everyone in the Diocese of Missouri to celebrate and honor National HIspanic Heritage Month, September 15 - October 15.
The Rev. Dr. Valori Mulvey Sherer, our Diocesan Missioner for Hispanic/Latinx Ministry Engagement, has suggestions and resources for parishes to mark this month.
Learn more and get the resources.
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Season of Creation 2022
September 1 - October 4
Be part of a worldwide ecumenical celebration of the Earth and all that's in it! The theme of this year's Season of Creation is "Listen to the Voice of Creation." We encourage all parishes and individuals to come together to pray and protect our common home.
Parker Williams, Missioner for Creation Care and Stewardship in the Diocese of Missouri, has compiled a wonderful list of resources that includes liturgical materials, event ideas, and many ways we can honor God's creation during this season.
Learn more and get resources.
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BE Campaign: Join the Movement!
In a time of political polarization and divisive issues, BE part of a movement to make our communities and the world more like the Kingdom of God!
The Diocese of Missouri is joining forces with churches around the country in pledging to pursue justice, act with kindness, and practice humility (Micah 6:8). We'll be bringing you details throughout September and October -- leading up to the midterm elections in early November.
Visit the diocesan website to read about the BE Campaign and see what to expect.
Are you ready to make a difference?
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Mutual Ministry Review Guide
A Mutual Ministry Review is a disciplined time of reflection on how the life of a congregation is going, including a look at the goals for the congregation and the roles and responsibilities of those working toward those goals. The main purpose is to clarify objectives and consider how best to make changes that will lead to more effective ministry aimed at those shared goals.
You will find a new guide with fillable forms on our website on either of these pages:
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