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Celebrating Seminarians
Ryan Missel and Mtipe Koggani celebrate the end of the program year at Virginia Theological Seminary. Ryan (from Grace Church, Kirkwood) is finishing his second year and Mtipe (from Christ Church Cathedral) is graduating this year!
The Diocese of Missouri is proud of Ryan and Mtipe and everyone following a call to ordination.
Thanks to Ryan for sharing this great picture on Facebook!
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Camp Phoenix 2022
Open House:
Sunday, May 15
1-4 p.m.
DuBois Center
2651 Quarry Road, DuBois, IL
Camp Dates:
July 24 - 30
Get a sneak peak at the official summer camp of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri this weekend!
This traditional summer camp is for kids ages 8 to 15. Capacity for this year's event is a bit lower than previous years as we make safety a top priority, so register now!
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Be a Camp Counselor at Camp Phoenix
Camp Phoenix is looking for camp counselors (ages 17+), an arts and crafts director, and an administrative assistant to help with this year's camp.
Apply now and be a part of the fun!
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Creation Care Speaker Series:
Let them have dominion
Featuring Dr. Stephen Jurovics
Thursday, May 12
6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Our Creation Care Speaker Series presents Dr. Stephen Jurovics, the author of Hospitable Planet: Faith, Action and Climate Change.
Learn more and join the discussion.
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew:
Exploring the Muslim Concept of God
Thursday, May 12
7 p.m.
The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew at CSMSG continues their exploration of different concepts of God with a closer look at the followers of Islam.
The group will meet in the Taylor Room at St. Michael & St. George. All are welcome to join the discussion!
For more information, please contact Neil Tumber.
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Legend Singers Concert
Sunday, May 15
5 p.m.
The Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
You are invited to attend a spring concert by the Legend Singers Choral Ensemble, one of the oldest African American choirs in the country.
Learn more and register to attend.
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Choral Evensong in Thanksgiving of Beth Felice
Sunday, May 22
5 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral
All are welcome to a Choral Evensong in thanksgiving for the life and ministry of Beth Felice. Beth served as the Communications Director of the Diocese from 2009 until 2019 and was a member of Christ Church Cathedral. She died Nov. 14, 2021.
Learn more.
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Renewal of Ministry:
The Rev. Ann Marie Dieterle
Saturday, May 28
11 a.m.
Calvary Episcopal Church, Columbia
The Wardens, Vestry and Congregation of Calvary Episcopal Church in Columbia invite you to participate in a Renewal of Ministry service for the Rev. Ann Marie Dieterle. A reception will follow the service.
Clergy: Red Stoles
No registration is required for in-person attendance.
This service will also be livestreamed on Calvary's YouTube channel and on the home page of the Diocesan website.
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Retirement Celebration:
The Rev. Todd McDowell
Sunday, June 5
11 a.m.
Grace Episcopal Church, Kirkwood
The congregation of Grace Episcopal Church invites you to to join them in celebrating the Rev. Todd McDowell's 13 years of service as Rector at the Kirkwood parish.
The celebration begins in the parish hall after the 10 a.m. service.
Fr. Todd plans to move to Florida for his retirement.
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Province V:
ECW Online Annual Meeting
Saturday, June 4
8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Central Time)
Online Meeting
Join Episcopal Church Women from throughout Province V as they gather for an online annual meeting. The event will explore what it means to be a woman of faith in today's world as we are challenged to answer the call.
Learn more and register.
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Episcopal City Mission:
Walk a Mile in My Shoes
New Date: Saturday, June 11
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
SLU High School Soccer & Track Stadium
4970 Oakland Ave., St. Louis
Be a part of this fun walk-a-thon to raise money for our chaplaincy program for kids in detention.
Learn more.
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Diocesan Survey of Gifts
Have you ever considered getting involved in a diocesan ministry, but you're not sure what's available or how to get started?
The Bishop's Office has put together a very brief survey to learn about your passions and interests. Fill out the survey and we'll help you get connected!
Please note: You are not making a commitment by filling out the form. This is information only!
Take the survey.
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ECW Scholarship:
Apply by June 1 for $1,000 scholarship!
The Episcopal Church Women in the Diocese of Missouri (ECW) supports women in furthering their education in an area that focuses on service to others by awarding a $1,000 scholarship each year.
Read the story.
Download the application.
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Celebration Jane Dey
Saturday, May 21
11 a.m.
Christ Episcopal Church, Rolla
The Jane Dey Convocation is gathering to celebrate their namesake, the first woman ordained in the Diocese of Missouri!
All are invited to a prayer service, followed by food and fellowship at Christ Church in Rolla.
Learn more and RSVP.
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Emery Washington Convocation:
Delegates and Clergy Meeting
Sunday, May 22
2 p.m.
Zoom
Convention delegates and clergy from the Emery Washington Convocation are invited to come together to discuss convocation committees, upcoming events, and more!
Learn more and register.
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Get to Know DioMO:
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Ladue
St. Peter's Episcopal Church is nestled in the beautiful and affluent suburb of Ladue, just west of St. Louis. Along with a heart for outreach, St. Peter's is dedicated to offering spirit-filled experiences for its members.
Get to Know St. Peter's Episcopal Church.
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Planning Juneteenth Celebrations
This year marks the second that Juneteenth will be celebrated as a federal holiday.
If your parish or ministry has plans to mark the holiday this year, please contact the Dismantling Racism Commission to let them know!
Read more.
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Looking for a job?
Grace Episcopal Church in Jefferson City is hiring a new choir director.
See this job posting and several other openings throughout our diocese.
View the job openings.
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Public Advocacy:
Legislative Update
The Rev. Dr. Theresa Mithen Danieley brings us a weekly round-up of legislative updates and ways you can get involved to let your voice be heard by your lawmakers.
Learn more in this week's legislative update.
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Hymn of the Week:
Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life (The Call)
The Rev. Brooke Myers introduces us to a hymn that fits perfectly with this week's Collect and Gospel, which identify Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life.
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ETC...
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Are you planning to attend General Convention this summer? We're compiling a list of everyone in our diocese who is going. Please send your name and contact info to Janis Greenbaum in the Diocesan Office.
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