Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Holy Week 2022: The Church of St. Michael & St. George in Clayton marked Palm Sunday with a visit from Sweet Pea (the donkey), singing, and a procession into their church to begin the observance of Holy Week.

Holy Week Reflections:

Clergy members from throughout the Diocese are offering daily reflections this week. Watch their videos on our diocesan social media pages and on our website.

We invite you to engage in services at your local parish throughout the remainder of this holy time. The Diocese will be sharing the following services on the home page of our website - www.diocesemo.org:

Holy Wednesday: Evensong

The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton

Wednesday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m.

Maundy Thursday

Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis

(with Bishop Deon Johnson)

Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Good Friday

Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis

(with Bishop Deon Johnson)

Friday, April 15 at 12:10 p.m.

Easter Eve: The Great Vigil of Easter

Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis

(with Bishop Deon Johnson)

Saturday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Easter Day

Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis

(with Bishop Deon Johnson)

Sunday, April 17 at 10 a.m.

Walking the Stations of the Cross in Old North St. Louis

Friday, April 15

10 a.m.

Deaconess Anne House, 1416 Sullivan Ave.

Experience the Stations of the Cross with the Rev. Michaelene Miller and corps members of the Deaconess Anne House as they journey through Old North St. Louis. The walking route will be 1-2 miles. Please have a mask available for indoor use.

Learn more and RSVP

Holy Week Labyrinth Meditations

Daily in Holy Week

Today - Friday at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday at 6:30 p.m.

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Town & Country

As you prepare for Easter, come enjoy guided meditations at the outdoor labyrinth at Good Shepherd. Prayers will be held indoors during inclement weather.

Learn more.

Rockwell House Celebrates 20 Years of Campus Ministry and Welcomes their New Chaplain

Sunday, April 24

5:30 p.m.

Rockwell House

7023 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis

Bishop Deon Johnson leads this double-celebration event begins with an outdoor eucharist for the Renewal of Ministry of the Rev. Hopie Welles Jernagan as Chaplain of Rockwell House. A light reception follows to celebrate Rockwell's 20 years of campus ministry.

• Learn more
• RSVP

Renewal of Ministry:

The Rev. Dr. Emily Hillquist Davis

Saturday, April 30

11 a.m.

The Episcopal Church of the Advent, Crestwood

Bishop Deon Johnson and the congregation of The Episcopal Church of the Advent in Crestwood officially welcome their new Rector, the Rev. Dr. Emily Hillquist Davis.

• Register to attend in-person.
• Recorded video will be available by May 7 on Advent's website.

Apply Now for CAEF Grant

Congregations needing financial assistance for capital improvement projects and/or repairs can now apply for a diocesan grant of up to $10,000 through the Church Assistance Endowment Fund.

Application deadline is TODAY: April 13.

Learn more and get application.

Now Hiring

Rockwell House Campus Ministry is seeking a year-round part-time administrative coordinator to assist the Chaplain in the day-to-day tasks of operating the ministry.

St. Francis Episcopal Church, Eureka is seeking a new part-time music director.

Get the job descriptions for both positions and see other job openings in the Diocese of Missouri.

Creation Care Ministry:

Pollinators: Another Way to Spread the Good News

The Rev. Dr. Maria Evans explains how planting milkweed is one of the many small acts of kindness we can do to help preserve the delicate balance of "this fragile Earth, our island home."

Read the article.

Volunteers and Donations Needed for Foot Clinic

Trinity Food Ministry is hosting its second Foot Clinic to provide foot baths, pedicures, wound care, new socks, and new shoes to community members in need.

You can volunteer your time, purchase needed items, or make a monetary donation to help the May 11 event.

Learn more.

Public Advocacy:

Legislative Updates

This week's update shows us how to get involved in protecting the rights of transgender kids, how to join a march to support education for National Teacher Appreciation Week, and all the latest from Jefferson City.

Read the update.

Hymn of the Week:

Jesus Christ is Risen Today

David Sinden from St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Ladue prepares us for Easter with this extraordinary song.

• Read this week's column.
• See past articles in this series.

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