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Dear Readers,
In an effort to better highlight diocesan news and events, we are trying out a new format for our newsletter this week.
You will notice that "Diocesan News and Events" are listed at the top of the newsletter. This is information that comes from the Bishop's office and diocesan ministries. It's important stuff and we want you to notice it!
We also love sharing your information from the parishes throughout the diocese. Our congregations are doing wonderful work and we want to help you promote your events. These items will be abbreviated and listed under "Parish Events: Inviting the Diocese." We encourage you to click on the headlines to get all the details.
Thank you for your patience as we work to keep you informed and share the Good News in the Diocese of Missouri! Your feedback is always welcomed!
Janis Greenbaum,
Director of Communications
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Lifting COVID-19 Restrictions
Bishop Deon Johnson, in consultation with our Diocesan Pandemic Task Force, is lifting the majority of restrictions pertaining to church gatherings and the distribution of Holy Communion in the Diocese of Missouri.
The new COVID guidelines will go into effect October 1, 2022.
We are grateful for the care and diligence everyone in the Diocese has shown throughout the pandemic and ask you to be mindful of those who still have health concerns. COVID-19 is still with us and still poses a threat, but - thanks to vaccines and treatments - we are ready to move into a new phase.
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African International Students Gathering
Saturday, Sept. 24
5-7 p.m.
Deaconess Anne House, North St. Louis
The Diocesan African Diaspora and Allies Missional Community is hosting an event for African students. All African international students in the area are invited to come for food, conversation, and fun. The event is FREE and transportation can be provided for anyone who needs it.
Please help us spread the word!
Learn more and download an event flyer.
Contact the Rev. Mtipe Koggani to learn more about this new mission in our diocese.
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Fall 2022 Diocesan Leadership Conference
becomes
Spring 2023 Diocesan Leadership Conference
Original date:
Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022
New date:
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Due to low registration numbers, the Standing Committee is moving our fall leadership conference to the spring of 2023.
This one-day conference is for Vestry members and anyone holding leadership positions in our churches.
Please mark your calendars NOW and plan to attend. More details will be announced next spring.
The Diocese will issue a refund directly to the credit cards of those who already registered and paid for the October event.
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2022 Convention News
The 183rd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri will be held November 18-19 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield.
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Nominations for Elected Offices
Due Wednesday, Sept. 28
Play a role in the future of our diocese! Nominate yourself or others to serve on Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, Cathedral Chapter, and other elected positions.
Learn more and fill out a nomination form.
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Register for Convention
Due Monday, Oct. 24
This is our first in-person convention since 2019!
All clergy and lay delegates, officers, committee members, volunteers, guests and vendors need to register to attend.
Register for convention.
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Author Talk:
Black and Episcopalian
Saturday, Oct. 8
10 a.m.
Zoom
The Diocesan Dismantling Racism Commission is hosting a conversation with author Gayle Stewart-Fisher, author of Black and Episcopalian.
All are invited to the discussion, whether you have read the book or not.
Learn more and get the Zoom link.
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Dismantling Racism Workshop
Friday, Oct. 14: 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 15: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Zoom
Members of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri are invited to join a thought-provoking and enlightening workshop focused on addressing the presence of racism in our communities, our country, and our churches.
This is a required training for all clergy, church staff, and vestry members and open to all in the Diocese.
Learn more and register.
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ECW Retreat and Annual Meeting
Friday, Oct. 14 - Saturday, Oct. 15
Pallottine Renewal Center, Florissant
After two years of meeting virtually because of COVID, Episcopal Church Women will be gathering for an overnight retreat for fellowship, learning. and worship.
Please contact Laura Mabry to register.
Learn more.
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ECM Gala:
Lighting the Way for Hope and Healing
Thursday, Oct. 20
6 p.m.
Forest Park Golf Club, St. Louis
Episcopal City Mission invites all to their annual gala to support programs for youth in detention.
Learn more.
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Convocation News & Events | |
Jane Dey Convocation Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 22
6:30 p.m.
Zoom
The Diocesan delegates of the Jane Dey Convocation will be meeting via Zoom to review and discuss the pending Imperiled Congregation Canons as well as hear a presentation from the Nominations Committee about upcoming opportunities to serve.
Learn more and get Zoom link.
Don't know which convocation you're in? Learn more about our convocations here.
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Parish Events: Inviting the Diocese | |
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Click on the headlines to get details:
Friends, Families, and Faves
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Creve Coeur
Saturday, Sept. 24 / 7 p.m.
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Saying Yes to Christ's Love at the Center: Suffering Transformation, and Resilient Joy
The Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
Saturday, Oct. 1 / 1 p.m.
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The Last Children of Mill Creek
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Creve Coeur
Sunday, Oct. 2 / 4 p.m.
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Carondelet / St. Louis
Saturday, Oct. 8 / 7 p.m.
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led by Kathleen Capcara
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion
Friday, Nov. 11 - Sunday, Nov. 13
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Prayers for Puerto Rico
We ask for your prayers today for all those dealing with the destruction left by Hurricane Fiona in our Companion Diocese of Puerto Rico. The storm knocked out power to nearly the entire island, caused massive flooding, and left thousands without a home.
The Rev. Deacon Deb Goldfeder has been in touch with our friends on the island and will keep us posted of their needs.
In the meantime, please pray and give what you can to Episcopal Relief & Development's Hurricane Relief Fund.
Read the story.
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If you have news, announcements, or pictures you'd like to share with the diocese, please send your information to Communications Director Janis Greenbaum. | | | | |
