197th Diocesan Convention

The registration deadline for the 197th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky was on October 4th.

Congregations must have two items completed for convention:

1. Registration of delegates and clergy here (do not register alternates if they do not plan on attending)
2. Credentials form here - this is where you document your alternates, as well as delegation.

The convention will be held on November 8th and 9th at St. Luke's Episcopal Church.

If you have any questions about registration please contact Katie McNew at katie@episcopalky.org.

If you have any questions about credentials or need to submit advanced reports please contact Kay Shields-Wilkonson at kayswilkinson@msn.com.

If you have questions about nominations please contact Kellie Mysinger at kellie@cecbg.com

Update on Hurricane & Flood Relief

Bishop White has been in conversation with bishops of the dioceses impacted by Hurricane Helene and subsequent flooding. Click here for details and links to donate to relief efforts.

The Ordination of Daniel Kuol Oct. 19

The Rev. Daniel Kuol will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Priests on Saturday, October 19, at 1 pm EDT, at Christ Church Cathedral, Louisville. Additional details are forthcoming.

Scholarships Available for College Students

The Kohler Family Scholarship Committee meets bi-annually to review applications for students requesting financial assistance to attend college, university or vocational programs. Applicants must be baptized and be a member of a church in the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky. The applicant must show financial need, academic promise, be baptized, and be willing to provide additional supporting information as stipulated on the Application. Applications are accepted up to June 15th for fall semesters, and up to November 1st for spring semesters. For more information, please see the website here.

2024 Dismantling Racism Training dates



Virtual Training Day via zoom: 

Saturday, October 26th via Zoom

The virtual one day event will begin at 9:30 EST (8:30 CST). We will end no later than 3:30 EST (2:30 CST). We will have breaks throughout the day and a break for lunch. 

In-person Training Days:

Monday, November 11th in-person at Trinity Episcopal Church, Russellville.

The event will begin at 9:30 CDT and end no later than 4 pm CDT. Lunch will be provided as well as snacks throughout the day.

If you have questions please feel free to contact the Angie Mills angiemills2556@gmail.com or Karl Ruttan at karlruttan@gmail.com, trainers, or the Rev. Canon Jason Lewis at jason@episcopalky.org. 

Evangelism Initiatives from the Episcopal Church

The Episcopal Church offers free evangelism resources. Click here to learn more about the wealth of resources available for evangelism and to celebrate all the good work in our midst. 

Province IV Environmental Ministry Network

The Environmental Ministry Network of Province IV of the Episcopal Church exists to support education, organization, collaboration and promotion around the issues of eco-justice, eco-stewardship and eco-spirituality. The ministry contributes to this work in three key ways: 1) making connections between people, 2) enhancing communications and awareness of environmental ministry in the province, and 3) providing resources. Click here to learn more, connect, and access resources.

The Dimensions of Faith Lecture Series presents Dr. Schrader Polczer

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church is hosting a lecture by Dr. Schrader Polczer on October 13 at 6 PM. In her lecture, “Mary Magdalene in the Gospel of John: A Case of Textual Suppression?,” Dr. Schrader Polczer will outline her argument that the character Martha of Bethany may be a second-century addition to the Gospel of John. Click here to learn more and register for free.

Global Gourmet 2024

KRM’s 23rd annual fundraising gala, Global Gourmet, will be held at the Speed Art Museum in Louisville, KY on Friday, October 25th.

This inspiring evening celebrates refugees and immigrants making home in Kentucky, the work of KRM, and the dedicated community of welcome! Click here to learn more.

Submissions for materials to be considered for the November General Newsletter are due by November 5, 2024. Please send your submissions to katie@episcopalky.org.