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November 24, 2021

Preparing for Advent

The season of Advent begins Sunday, Nov. 28. It's a time to slow down and prepare for the birth of Christ. There are many special events happening throughout the Diocese during this time, including the following:

A Journey Through Advent

Bishop Deon Johnson invites all in the Diocese to engage in this special reflection series. Each day during Advent, we'll release a short video and written reflection based on the assigned daily Bible readings. These reflections will be offered by lay and clergy members from throughout the Diocese. A new reflection will be added each day.

Engage in the reflections:

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Celebration of Advent:

Concert at St. John's, Tower Grove

Sunday, Nov. 28

5-6 p.m.

3664 Arsenal, St. Louis

St. John's Episcopal Church in the Tower Grove neighborhood of St. Louis invites you to a special musical event to celebrate the season of Advent.

Learn more.

ECW Connections Event:

Voices of the Nativity

Sunday, Dec. 5

4 p.m.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church & livestream

The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Missouri (ECW) is partnering with St. Paul's in the Carondelet neighborhood of St. Louis for a creative storytelling experience.

Learn more.

Finding Joy in Advent

Congregations and other organizations in our diocese have the opportunity to watch a free screening of the new documentary "Mission Joy: Finding Happiness in Troubled Times."

This film is about the meeting between Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama -- just two friends discussing happiness.

This laugh-out-loud film is a perfect opportunity to spread joy this Advent season. Watch the trailer by clicking the arrow in the picture above.

Learn more.

News

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Final Week to Apply for Hunger Ministry Grants

The 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 2022 calendar year.

The application process is open from November 1 - December 1, 2021.

Apply here.

Applications Open for General Convention Youth Presence

The Episcopal Church invites teens age 16-19 to apply to become part of the 80th General Convention's Official Youth Presence, a group whose members have seat and voice in the House of Deputies.

Up to two youth from each province will be selected to attend the convention, July 4-14 in Baltimore. Orientation and training will take place March 31 - April 2.

Applications are due by December 23.

Learn more and get applications.

New Guidelines for Distributing Wine during Holy Eucharist

As COVID vaccination rates increase across the state, Bishop Deon Johnson is once again allowing the distribution of wine during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

Read his letter and learn about the new procedures to follow to keep everyone safe.

Download the bishop's letter and new guidelines.

Events

DioMo partners with YWCA to offer "Witnessing Whiteness" program

The Dismantling Racism Commission for the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri is partnering with the YWCA to host a group of diocesan members in the Y’s acclaimed Witnessing Whiteness program.

The program begins in January and is open to any diocesan member who feels moved to deepen their racial education and to explore how “whiteness” might hinder that education.

Learn more about the program and how to sign up.

Learn about our New Convocations

Convocations are groups of congregations within our diocese that act as liaisons between Diocesan Council and the congregations and conduct other diocesan business.

At this year's convention, Bishop Deon Johnson will be announcing a new structure to our convocation system.

Bishop Deon invites all to attend one of two special virtual meetings to learn about the changes and what it all means to you!

Tuesday, Nov. 30

7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 1

6 p.m.

Creation Care Ministry

Movie Group:

The Biggest Little Farm

Wednesday, Dec. 1

7 p.m.

Zoom

The Biggest Little Farm is a documentary about a couple who moves from L.A. into the countryside to build one of the most diverse farms of its kind in complete coexistence with nature.

Watch the movie on your own, then join the discussion on December 1.

Watch the movie trailer by clicking the arrow in the picture above.

Learn more.

Dismantling Racism:

6th Annual Conference and Celebration

Saturday, Dec. 4

10 a.m.

Zoom

How does racism manifest itself in your church or personal life?

The Commission on Dismantling Racism invites all to discuss that question and celebrate social justice work happening throughout the diocese at this annual event.

Learn more.

Engage

Hymn of the Week:

"'Sleepers Awake!' A voice astounds us"

David Sinden, Organist and Director. of Music at St. Peter's in Ladue, introduces us to a hymn designed to open our eyes to the fresh liturgical season of Advent.

Convention 2021:

It's a Wrap!

Thanks to everyone who engaged in the 182nd Convention of The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri.

We are working to bring you all the news and features coming from our annual convention. Watch for updates coming soon on the convention webpage and our social media.

*Watch the Bishop's Convention Address by clicking the arrow in the picture above.

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Get to Know:

Christ Episcopal Church, Rolla

Christ Episcopal Church has an eye for tradition, an ear for music, and a heart for community service. This sprawling campus is located in downtown Rolla, next door to Missouri University of Science and Technology.

Learn more about this parish on the diocesan website and watch for posts on our social media this week!

#GetToKnowDioMO

More Information from DioMO:

The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri

314-231-1220

www.diocesemo.org