Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022

ECW Connections Event:

Promoting Racial Reconciliation and Justice

Wednesday, Aug. 10

6 p.m.

Zoom

The Board of the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of the Diocese of Missouri invite all women in the diocese to a presentation on Promoting Racial Reconciliation and Justice. The Rev. Shug Goodlow, Missioner for Racial Reconciliation and Justice, will present the work being done in our diocese to bridge divisions that fracture the Body of Christ and direct actions we can take to support this work. 

Learn more and get the Zoom link.

African Food and Fellowship Event

Saturday, Aug. 13

4 p.m.

Deaconess Anne House,

Old North St. Louis

The African Diaspora and Allies Missional Community invites you to a FREE event that includes African food, music, and a chance to learn more about plans for an African Church plant in the Diocese of Missouri.

Learn more and RSVP.

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.

Nominations for Convention-elected Offices

Nominations are now being accepted for diocesan leadership elections. We will be electing people to serve in the following positions during our convention this November:

• Standing Committee
• Diocesan Council
• Disciplinary Board
• General Convention Deputies
• Cathedral Chapter
• University of the South Trustee

The Diocese depends on lay and clergy members to offer their time and talent to serve in these important positions. Please consider nominating yourself or someone you know to serve!

Learn more about each position and fill out a nomination form by September 28.

New Diocesan Gospel Choir

We're looking for people who love to sing! All vocal ranges, all ages, and all levels of singing experience, are welcome to be part of our new diocesan gospel choir.

Our choir will be led by Harry Moppins from the Church of St. Michael & St. George. Rehearsals will begin in early October for performance at our annual diocesan convention in November. 

Don't live in the St. Louis area? No problem -- we'll get the music to you wherever you are!

Learn more and sign up.

2023 UTO Grant Applications

2023 United Thank Offering grant application materials are now available. This year's grant focus is the worldwide incarceration crisis. 

Do you have a ministry idea? This is a great way to receive funding! 

Learn more about the grants and download an application.

Need a Tent?

The Rev. Anne Kelsey has two large tents she would like to donate to a church or individual. The tents are about 12' x 12', and could be used for an event booth or a parish picnic. The tents come in bags with rollers. 

If you are interested in the tents, please contact Anne Kelsey at anne.k.1662@gmail.com.

R.I.P. Medical Debt

The Emery Washington Convocation (parishes in and around St. Louis City) has raised more than $18,000 to abolish medical debt in the St. Louis region. This will pay off more than $1.8 million worth of debt!

The Convocation's goal is to raise $26,000 -- can you help? There's still plenty of time to make a donation -- the campaign runs through September. 

• Learn more about the campaign.
• Make a donation.

Get to Know DioMO

Our feature stories on the 41 parishes that make up our Diocese are taking a summer break while the Bishop is traveling. But it's a great time to look back on the churches we've already visited! Additional features will return in September to complete our tour the DioMO!

Read our Get to Know DioMO features.

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