Bishop's Blog

One of the constants in my childhood was my grandmother. Coincidentally, her name was Constance Katherine Murrell Johnson. Her singing voice was the soundtrack to my childhood.

On a recent early morning walk I came across a lonely act of kindness. There was nothing special or even sophisticated about the offering. It was beautiful in its simplicity and loving in its giving.

I love to walk. Over the last few weeks of reengaging with a regular rhythm of walking, I have rediscovered the beauty of finding God along the way....

Being still is a practice often overlooked in our fast-paced world, yet it holds profound value for our well-being. In a society constantly in motion, being still offers a sanctuary for the mind and soul.

The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri joins with people around the world in denouncing the violence in the Holy Land.

We pray for peace.

Walking forces the walker to focus on the road just ahead, and more importantly it offers an opportunity, if you are open to noticing the small, unseen and often overlooked things.

Bishop Deon Johnson shares a personal experience with racism and reflects on the work we have to do in striving towards Beloved Community.

Bishop Deon Johnson responds to a statement regarding the accountability of bishops in The Episcopal Church.

Prayer is a deeply ingrained and universal human practice that transcends cultural, race, and spiritual boundaries. It is a form of communication with the divine, a way for each of us to express our innermost thoughts, emotions, and desires. At its core the act of prayer involves seeking solace, guidance, and connection with something greater than oneself.

Bishop Deon reflects on his son's first experience with the seashore and considers how we might all be called to live that kind of joy and wonder.