November 2023

Welcome to our monthly newsletter!

We invite you to check out our featured stories and events here and click the links to get more information on items of interest for you.

Featured Stories:

Cover Story:

Supporting ECM

Shug, Doris, Triná and Aaron (cover photo) and ECM's Nathan, Deborah and Norman (above) were among the beautiful people who came to celebrate and support the work of Episcopal City Mission at the Moment in Time Gala, Oct. 22.

Bishop Reflection:

The Power of Hope

Our world is filled with division, hardship, and despair. Bishop Deon Johnson says we are called as Christians to be outposts of hope as we proclaim resurrection.

Be SMART:

Recognize the Role of Guns in Suicide

Our Be SMART campaign for gun violence prevention continues as we face difficult facts and figures when it comes to guns and suicide. Get resources to help reduce the statistics.

2023 Diocesan Convention

Nov. 3-4, 2024

DoubleTree Hotel, Chesterfield

Only ONE week away! Clergy and lay members representing every congregation and ministry in the Diocese will come together for our annual business meeting and celebration as a community of faith.

2023 Diocesan Convention:

Youth Invitation

The Rev. Erin Pickersgill issues a special invitation to youth in our diocese.

2023 Diocesan Convention:

Young Adult Invitation

The Rev. Aaron Rogers issues a special invitation to young adults in our diocese.

Preparing for Advent

and Christmas

The Episcopal Church offers you and your congregations many resources to share the "good news of great joy" for the upcoming seasons of Advent and Christmas.

Caffeinated Church Conference in Denver

Church communicators, administrators, clergy, and anyone helping to spread the Good News are invited to an in-person conference in September 2024.

Province V:

Leadership Coaching

Province V offers coaching for clergy and lay members to help you set goals and expand, enhance and enrich your life, project or ministry.

A Month of Gratitude

with UTO

Get resources from United Thank Offering to help individuals, families, and groups grow in gratitude throughout the month of November.

Featured Events:

Isaac Joe Concert:

Oct. 30 & Nov. 1 @ 6:30 p.m.

Faith Christian Church of India in Ballwin invites you to an incredible night of music and message, featuring guitarist, lyricist, and evangelist Isaac Joe.

Fall Festival at CSMSG:

Nov. 4 @ 4-7 p.m.

The Children's, Youth, and Parent Ministries of the Church of St. Michael & St. George in Clayton welcome all ages to enjoy an evening of food, games, and fall fun.

Cultivating Families That Flourish:

November 10 @ 6 p.m.

Last chance to register for this special event to equip parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers to grow in their understanding, compassion, and skills for relating with children. Sponsored by DioMO and the Church of St. Michael & St. George.

Autumn Prayer Morning:

November 11 @ 8:30 a.m.

Holy Communion in University City invites you to learn how to develop a more consistent prayer practice to deepen your relationship with God.

Renewal of Ministry:

The Rev. Dave Malek

November 11 @ 4 p.m.

Bishop Deon Johnson leads a special service to mark the beginning of a new ministry for the Rev. Dave Malek at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Florissant.

Renewal of Ministry:

The Rev. Nancy Emmel Gunn

November 18 @@ 11 a.m.

Bishop Deon Johnson leads a special service to mark the beginning of a new ministry for the Rev. Nancy Emmel Gunn at St. John's Episcopal Church in the Tower Grove neighborhood of St. Louis.

Thanksgiving Dinner:

November 23 @ 12:30 p.m.

The Episcopal Church of the Advent in Crestwood invites everyone to their 19th annual family-style Thanksgiving meal.

The Great EpisGOpal Race:

Nov. 20-28

You pick when you race and how you race. The money you raise goes to Episcopal Migration Ministries.

Beyond November:

Dismantling Racism Commission's Celebration:

December 2 @ 10 a.m.

Everyone is invited to celebrate the anti-racism work happening throughout DioMO.

Advent Day of Reflection

December 2 @ 9 a.m.

The Episcopal Church of St. John & St. James in Sullivan invites you to welcome the season of Advent with a day of reflection.

A Final Note:

November Hours in the Diocesan Office

Please make note in your calendar:

The Diocesan office will be closed Nov. 6 (taking a breather after convention) and also the week of Nov. 20-23 (for the Thanksgiving holiday).

Stay in Touch:

Get additional and updated news and events on the diocesan website:

See pictures from events around DioMO on our Flickr online photo gallery: