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Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022
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And what does the Lord require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
(Micah 6:8)
It's almost election day... join the BE movement!
BE just; BE kind; BE humble. Help us make our communities and our world a little more like the Kingdom of God!
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Reflect:
The Rev. Lu-Anne Conner, Rector at the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Lake St. Louis, reflects on this week's theme: The Intersection of Religion and Politics.
Watch the reflection
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Vote and Pray:
As polls close on November 8 for the midterm elections, all are invited to join an Election Day Prayers gathering online, hosted by the Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations.
Watch online at the top of the hour from 7 - 11 p.m. for special prayer presentations.
Learn more
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Support:
Show your support for the BE campaign by purchasing (and wearing) a BE Kind; BE Just; BE Humble T-shirt!
Order your T-shirt today
*Please note: These t-shirts run small -- order a size larger than you normally wear!
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Rockwell House Campus Ministry:
Let Your Light Shine!
Rockwell House Episcopal Campus Ministry is facing massive electrical repairs to their old home near the campus of Washington University in St. Louis.
So the group is embarking on a new campaign to make important safety updates to their house and re-imagine their ministry.
Read their story and learn how you can help.
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Countdown to Convention
The 183rd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri will be held November 18-19 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield.
We have begun posting resources to help our clergy & lay delegates prepare. Please check the convention page of our website to stay up-to-date.
We've also begun a special series of short videos with information to help everyone in the Diocese get excited about being a part of this annual event! You can find these videos on our website and social media.
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Welcome to Convention:
Bishop Deon Johnson
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Excited about Convention:
Michael Reiser, Convention Coordinator
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Diocesan Gospel Choir Rehearsals
Saturday, Nov. 5 & 12
10 a.m.
The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
Help us celebrate our life together by being a part of our new Diocesan Gospel Choir!
The choir is directed by Harry Moppins and will be singing at the celebration of the Holy Eucharist at the 2022 Diocesan Convention on Saturday morning, Nov. 19. All vocal ranges with any amount of experience are welcome!
Learn more and get the music.
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Jane Dey Convocation Meeting
Thursday, Nov. 3
6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Clergy, convention delegates, and interested members in the Jane Dey Convocation are invited to attend the next meeting.
Learn more and get the Zoom link.
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Emery Washington Convocation News
EW Convocation Meeting
Sunday, Nov. 6
2 p.m.
Zoom
The convocation will be electing a new dean and discussing convention resolutions.
Register to attend the meeting.
EW Convocation Breakfast
Tuesday, Nov. 8
8:30 a.m.
The Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
Convocation members are invited to join in prayer, learn about ministries and partnership opportunities happening throughout the convocation, and enjoy fellowship with one another over coffee and donuts. This month's keynote speaker will be the Rev. Leslie Scoopmire, who will discuss her work as Missioner for Indigenous Ministry Engagement.
RSVP for the breakfast.
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Parish Events: Inviting the Diocese | |
Click on the red headlines to get details about these upcoming events: | |
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St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Ferguson
Friday, Nov. 4, 5-7 p.m
Saturday, Nov. 5, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Worship & Luncheon
Trinity Episcopal Church, Hannibal
Sunday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.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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Funding community mission work
St. John's Episcopal Church, Tower Grove/St. Louis
Friday, Nov. 11, 6-9 p.m.
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Community of Hope Training
The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
Mark your calendar: September 7, 2023
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Would you like to invite other members of the Diocese to an event in your church? Send your info to jgreenbaum@diocesemo.org. | |
Gender and Sexuality:
Discussing General Convention Resolutions
Thursday, Nov. 10
6 p.m.
Zoom
All are invited to a conversation with LGBTQ+ Caucus members as they share how and why the Caucus started and the good work it did during the 80th General Convention this past summer.
Learn more and register.
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Task Force on Hunger Grant Applications Now Available
Applications due November 23, 2022
The Diocesan Task Force on Hunger invites food ministries affiliated with an Episcopal congregation within the Diocese of Missouri to submit an application for funding for the 2023 calendar year.
Learn more and apply.
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Province V News
The Episcopal Diocese is a member of Province V of The Episcopal Church. Province V offers a great deal of resources and networking opportunities for individuals, ministries, and congregations.
Read the Province V November newsletter.
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More Information from DioMO: | |
If you have news, announcements, or pictures you'd like to share with the diocese, please send your information to Communications Director Janis Greenbaum. | | | | |
