A twice-monthly summary of news and events,
for the people of the
Episcopal Churches of West Missouri
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It's Annual Convention time
Let's be honest, if you don't take an interest in the annual convention or the work of the deanery and diocesan councils, you can't complain about how things are done. It's pretty much that simple. It's also very simple to pitch in and take part. You can start by learning about how the diocese is governed and by watching the 2021 convention take place.
The convention will be live on social media, starting with Evensong on Friday, November 5. Saturday, November 6, will start with the convention Eucharist and ordination, followed by the business session. You can watch it all happen here. |
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We'll be back with the next New Spirit Update on Thursday, November 11, with a round-up of what happened. |
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2021 Annual Convention Update |
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Resolutions
Three resolutions have been received.
Nominations
Diocesan Council
- We have three nominees for the two available clergy positions on diocesan council.
- We have four nominees for the four available lay positions on diocesan council.
Standing Committee
- We have four nominees for the two available clergy positions on standing committee.
- We have two nominees for the two available lay positions on standing committee.
Reports
We have received 24 out of the 29 requested reports.
The draft 2022 Plan for Ministry
The draft 2022 Plan for Ministry, also known and the budget was approved by the diocesan council on October 9, 2021. The plan includes an introduction from the treasurer of the diocese, Tom Kokjer.
For additional information about Convention, including help for clergy and delegates attending online, visit the annual convention webpage.
If you want to find out a little bit more about the workings of the diocesan convention, visit this page.
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Diocesan Conversations with the nominee for Bishop Provisional of West Missouri, Bishop Bruce |
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One-minute read.
Over the past few weeks, Bishop Diane Bruce, nominee to serve as the Bishop Provisional of West Missouri, has participated in several “get-acquainted” online meetings with members of the diocese.
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Attending Annual Convention online? This year's Annual Convention will be taking place in English and Spanish, and we've updated the online check-in process. We'll show you how to ensure your voice is heard and make your votes count at our first hybrid convention. Even if you are a Zoom expert please come along, as we will not have the time or resources to handle lots of technical queries on Saturday, November 6.
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Please join us for a light reception to honor the service of The Rt. Rev. Martin & Donna Field and The Rev. Dr. Steven & Mary Rottgers. The reception will be held in Founders’ Hall, following Evensong at 6 p.m.
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The 132nd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri is quickly approaching and we’re looking forward to seeing you, whether in-person or online, very soon!
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Episcopal Church 2020 Parochial Report data now available
Two-minute read.
Episcopalians can now access analysis of the 2020 Parochial Report data, including multi-year attendance and finance trends for individual churches and dioceses, as well as learn how COVID-19 impacted congregations from a special narrative report of qualitative data.
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Three-minute read.
Episcopal Relief & Development and Trinity Church Wall Street are continuing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic globally. The partnership, supported by a $1 million renewal grant from Trinity Church Wall Street, builds upon an original $1 million grant awarded last year that reached over 2.1 million individuals in 38 countries with expanded relief efforts and strengthened resilience activities.
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Solicitudes de beca abiertas para el Fondo Constable y el Fondo Roanridge de la Iglesia Episcopal
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Las solicitudes están abiertas para dos oportunidades de becas ofrecidas anualmente por la Iglesia Episcopal: la becas del Fondo Constable, que se enfocan en la educación religiosa, y las becas del Fondo Roanridge, que apoyan el desarrollo de liderazgo en pueblos pequeños y comunidades rurales.
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Ya están disponibles los datos del Informe Parroquial de la Iglesia Episcopal 2020
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Los episcopales pueden ahora acceder al análisis de los datos del Informe Parroquial 2020, el cual incluye las tendencias de asistencia y finanzas de varios años para las iglesias y diócesis individuales, así como conocer el impacto del COVID-19 en las congregaciones a partir de un informe narrativo especial de datos cualitativos.
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Justice: Indigenous People
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Love is something we do. Let us refuse to demonize those who disagree with us. Let us try our best to make our words and actions a witness to the world. Because, the love that acts to care for vulnerable people imparts the love God has for all.
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Grant applications open for Episcopal Church Constable Fund, Roanridge Trust
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Applications are open for two grant opportunities offered annually by The Episcopal Church—Constable Fund grants, which focus on religious education, and Roanridge Trust grants, which support leadership development in small towns and rural communities.
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Institution and Installation of the Rev. Charles Everson as Rector of St. Mary’s, Kansas City – November 10
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An evening to say thank you and recognition of service for The Rt. Rev. Martin & Donna Field and the Rev. Dr. Steven & Mary Rottgers. In-person and Online. 6 p.m. Evensong followed by a reception. Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral. Registration is required as seating is limited. C
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September 13 – November 12 |
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Clergy Events and Services |
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2nd Thursday’s Clergy Conversation. Online. 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. If you have not received the login credentials for this meeting, please contact your Dean. |
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Northwest-Metro Deanery. Online. 10 a.m. – noon.
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Episcopal Ministry Support Team. Online. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Diversity and Reconciliation Commission. Online. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
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Central Deanery Clericus. Online. 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Standing Committee. Online. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
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Annual Convention Training Registration |
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Clergy, Administrators, and Church Leaders |
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Church Pension Group to host a conversation on its finances and work over the past year
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The Church Pension Group (CPG) has announced that it will host a virtual panel conversation for a discussion about CPG’s vision, finances, and work.
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Changing the times of your online services?
Don't forget to let us know so we can keep the list of online services up to date.
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Bulletin Inserts -
We've created a new resource on the church administration site to hold bulletins and flyers. It has all the regular items and also, new this issue:
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Second chance - In case you missed it |
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Episcopal Church announces ‘My Way of Love for Small Groups’ resource for spiritual growth
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There is room at the Inn: St. Anne’s to convert office space into accommodation for an Afghan refugee family
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