New Spirit Update

March 13, 2025
 

Join Us Across the Diocese for the Bishop's Farewell Deanery Parties

This weekend, celebrate Bishop Diane's ministry with the diocese at each deanery. There will be a Eucharist and potluck-style dinner, so be sure to bring your favorite dish. We can't wait to see you all there!


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Register for the Consecration of Bishop-elect Amy Dafler Meaux


Whether you plan to attend in-person, join a watch party, or view online, now's the time to register for Bishop-elect Amy's consecration!


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Advocacy Day


Moms Demand Action is inviting you to Advocacy Day in Jefferson City at Missouri State Capitol on Tuesday, April 1 to take action on common sense gun laws. Here's how you can participate:


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The Diocese of West Missouri Celebrates the Diaconal Ordination of Brian Cowley


On Saturday, March 1, The Diocese of West Missouri celebrated the diaconal ordination of Brian Cowley at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kansas City. Congratulations to the Rev. Brian Cowley!



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Bishop Melissa Skelton Talks “Fruitful” Endeavors During Vitality Workshop


On February 22, Bishop Melissa Skelton joined The Diocese of West Missouri to discuss our continued work of “Congregational Vitality." The workshop introduced some of the frameworks and tools for congregational development that have been used by the College of Congregational Development.


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Getting Our Motown Groove On


We had so much fun celebrating Bishop Diane's ministry on March 1 with a Motown Dance Party! Thank you to everyone who showed up and turned this into a night we won't forget.


Pictures of the event can be found below (sorry, no video. Bishop's orders.)


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Donate to the IX Bishop Gifts Fund


The Diocese of West Missouri is now accepting donations to the IX Bishop Gifts Funds. These funds will be used to procure the gifts (chasuble, mitre, etc.) for our Bishop-elect Amy Dafler Meaux. Click below to donate.


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Upcoming Events
 

April

5

10 a.m.

Safe Church Training Seminar


There will be training for Safe Church, Safe Community certification held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City. These trainings are encouraged for everyone to participate and mandatory for all clergy, staff, and volunteer leaders.
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April

9

6:30 p.m.

Stewardship: Reinvigorating Your Legacy Society


Learn how to present and promote planned giving in your congregation, begin a legacy society, or restart your estate giving ministry.
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April

26

9 a.m.

Diversity & Reconciliation Spring Workshop


Join the Diversity and Reconciliation Commission on April 26th from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church for a spring workshop on “Undoing Racism.”
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May

10

10 a.m.

St. Matthew's Craft Fair and Bake Sale


St. Matthew’s in Raytown will be hosting a craft fair and bake sale on May 10 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. All are welcome to come and enjoy the fair, and other parishes and committees are invited to have their own booth during the fair.
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May

24

10 a.m.

Lenten Book Study: Practicing Christian Spirituality


The Spiritual Formation Commission would like to invite all parishes and members of the diocese to participate in a Lenten Book Study, and register for the upcoming presentation by the Rev. Dr. Julia Gatta on May 24.
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Disability and the Gospels Forum


On Saturday, February 22, the Access for All God's Children Committee hosted a forum to highlight the gospel and how it connects to those with disabilities.


Story written by the Rev. Silas Engstrom.


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Join the Heartland Cursillo Team


Ready to spread the love of God and the Holy Spirit?


Cursillo has openings on all types of teams, including music, palanca, rollos, table leaders, and other types of ministry that may inspire you.


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All Things ... Episcopal: Who Am I? Vocation and Discernment


In the latest episode, we talk about vocation and discernment and how each of us are called to take time to reflect on what God is calling us to each become.


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From the Diocesan Office: Update on Deadlines


While the March 1 deadline for Bishop’s Committee and Vestry Rosters and Slates of Delegates has passed, your information is still needed! Fill out the requested forms by clicking the link below.


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Church-Wide News
 

Applications Open for Episcopal Church 2025-2026 Educational Scholarships


Applications are being accepted for a wide variety of educational scholarships from The Episcopal Church for the 2025-2026 academic year. The deadline to apply online is April 4.


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Saint Paul School of Theology to Host Exhibit on Human Origins


Saint Paul School of Theology is hosting the traveling exhibit "Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?" after being selected through a national competition offered by the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) and the American Library Association (ALA).


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Episcopal Church Offers Free Lent Resources


Find new and updated Lent resources for individuals, small groups, and congregations. Check back for updates as more material becomes available, and review each listing for available languages.


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