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Bishop Deon Johnson invites you to 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!
Our "BE" campaign launches this week and runs through the midterm elections in November. This national, ecumenical event is based on Micah 6:8:
And what does the Lord require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
In a time of political polarization and divisive issues, let's all pledge to BE just, BE kind, and BE humble.
We have liturgical resources for you to use, videos for you to watch and share, and will soon have T-shirts you can purchase to show your support.
Make the pledge!
Learn more and get resources.
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2022 Convention News
The 183rd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri will be held November 18-19 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield.
Please note these important deadlines:
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Wednesday, Sept. 28: Nominations due for convention-elected offices. Nominate yourself or someone else (with their permission) to serve in one of many important diocesan committees. Learn more.
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Wednesday, Sept. 28: Resolutions for consideration at convention are due. Learn more.
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Monday, Oct. 10: Ministry reports are due. If you are a leader in any diocesan ministry, you are required to submit a written report. Learn more.
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Monday, Oct. 10: Parish outreach video reports are due. Bishop Deon has asked every parish to make a short video showing how you spent your $1,000 check from the Diocese. Learn more.
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Tuesday, Oct. 18: Hotel reservations close. If you are attending convention and would like to receive a discounted hotel rate, you must book your room by Oct. 18. Learn more.
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Monday, Oct. 24: Convention registration closes. All clergy and lay delegates, officers, committee members, guests, and vendors are required to register. Learn more.
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Fall 2022 Diocesan Leadership Conference
is postponed.
Mark your calendars for
Spring 2023 Diocesan Leadership Conference
Original date:
Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022
New date:
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Due to low registration numbers, the Standing Committee is moving our fall leadership conference to the spring of 2023.
This one-day conference is for Vestry members and anyone holding leadership positions in our churches.
Please mark your calendars NOW and plan to attend. More details will be announced next spring.
The Diocese has issued refunds directly to the credit cards of those who already registered and paid for the October event.
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Author Talk:
Black and Episcopalian
Saturday, Oct. 8
10 a.m.
Zoom
The Diocesan Dismantling Racism Commission is hosting a conversation with author Gayle Stewart-Fisher, author of Black and Episcopalian.
All are invited to the discussion, whether you have read the book or not.
Learn more and get the Zoom link.
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Dismantling Racism Workshop
Friday, Oct. 14: 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 15: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Zoom
Members of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri are invited to join a thought-provoking and enlightening workshop focused on addressing the presence of racism in our communities, our country, and our churches.
This is a required training for all clergy, church staff, and vestry members. If you have not taken this course yet, now is the perfect time! This program is also open to all in the Diocese.
Learn more and register.
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ECW Retreat and Annual Meeting
Friday, Oct. 14 - Saturday, Oct. 15
Pallottine Renewal Center, Florissant
After two years of meeting virtually because of COVID, Episcopal Church Women will be gathering for an overnight retreat for fellowship, learning. and worship.
Please contact Laura Mabry to register.
Learn more.
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ECM Gala:
Lighting the Way for Hope and Healing
Thursday, Oct. 20
6 p.m.
Forest Park Golf Club, St. Louis
Episcopal City Mission invites all to their annual gala, which includes dinner, a silent auction, and inspiring presentations.
Proceeds from this event will directly benefit ECM's mission to provide hope and healing for youth in the St. Louis juvenile justice system.
Learn more.
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Parish Events: Inviting the Diocese | |
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TFM encourages diocesan members to make food donations through Amazon.com.
Trinity Episcopal Church, Central West End / St. Louis
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Saying Yes to Christ's Love at the Center: Suffering Transformation, and Resilient Joy
The Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
Saturday, Oct. 1 / 1 p.m.
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Pet blessings, petting zoo, food trucks, live music
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd & St. Luke, Town & Country
Saturday, Oct. 1 / 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Worship and Luncheon
St. John's Episcopal Church, Eolia
Sunday, Oct. 2 / 10 a.m.
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Food, games, cake walk, sidewalk chalk, bounce house
Trinity Episcopal Church, St. Charles
Sunday, Oct. 2 / Noon - 3 p.m.
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The Last Children of Mill Creek
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Creve Coeur
Sunday, Oct. 2 / 4 p.m.
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Songs, readings, and fun
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Carondelet / St. Louis
Saturday, Oct. 8 / 7 p.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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Get to Know DioMO:
St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Fulton
and
St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Portland
Bishop Deon Johnson made two visitations on Sunday, Sept. 25, so we're featuring both congregations in our continuing Get to Know series this week!
St. Alban's in Fulton and St. Mark's in Portland are both in Callaway County in Central Missouri. Each has a unique story to tell!
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Prayers for Puerto Rico
We ask for your prayers today for all those dealing with the destruction left by Hurricane Fiona in our Companion Diocese of Puerto Rico. The storm knocked out power to nearly the entire island, caused massive flooding, and left thousands without homes.
The Rev. Deacon Deb Goldfeder is staying in touch with our friends on the island and will keep us posted of their needs.
In the meantime, please pray and give what you can to Episcopal Relief & Development's Hurricane Relief Fund.
Read the story.
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If you have news, announcements, or pictures you'd like to share with the diocese, please send your information to Communications Director Janis Greenbaum. | | | | |
