Communications
The goal of our diocesan communications is to share the mission of our diocese with our members and the community at large.
Janis Greenbaum is our diocesan communications director. She works directly with the bishop, the bishop's staff, parishes, and the people of the diocese to create conversations that inspire, inform, support and challenge people to be faithful witnesses of our life in Christ.
Your participation in this ongoing conversation is vital, and your ideas and suggestions are always welcome.
Communications Advisory Team
Our Diocesan Communications Advisory Team (CAT) meets regularly with Communications Director Janis Greenbaum to create a network for sharing ideas, solving problems and spreading the Good News throughout the Diocese. Members include:
- Jessica Gerth, Episcopal Church of the Advent, Crestwood
- Eileen Klamer, Episcopal Church of St. Michael & St. George, Clayton
- Mimi Shipp, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Webster Groves
- Joshua Smith, Christ Episcopal Church, Cape Girardeau
- Jacquelyn VanWeelden, St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Ladue
Contact a CAT member if you...
- need assistance with your parish or ministry communications.
- have expertise in a particular area of communications you would like to share.
- have an interest in improving our diocesan communications.
- would like to schedule time to chat.
Diocesan Communications Tools
This website is central to the communications strategy of the diocese. It is the hub of information for those seeking a church home in the diocese. It is also a resource for all our faith communities and their members.
We are constantly updating the site. If you have information you would like included on this website, if you see a mistake, or if can't find what you're looking for, please contact communications director Janis Greenbaum.
Website
You can have the latest news from the bishop's office and the Diocese of Missouri delivered to your inbox each Wednesday by subscribing to iSeek.
This weekly email newsletter contains important notices, event announcements, feature articles, and photographs from around the diocese.
All parishes, organizations, and individuals are welcome to submit items to be included. Send your information to communications director Janis Greenbaum by Tuesday morning of the week you want it published. Please include your name and contact information.
Subscribe to our weekly email newsletter by filling out the form in the sidebar of this page.
iSeek (weekly email newsletter)
Seek! is a feature magazine with stories and photos from around the diocese.
The magazine is mailed free of charge to members upon request. An online version is also available on our website and iSeek.
Seek: Summer 2022
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Seek: Winter 2022
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Seek: Summer 2020
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Seek! (feature magazine)
Be a part of our virtual church community by following us and participating in conversations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Find us here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpiscopalDioceseofMissour...
Twitter:@diocesemo
Instagram: missouriepiscopal
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/episcopaldioceseofmissouri
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@episcopaldiomo?lang=en
Social Media
Pictures tell the story of our life together as a diocese.
You are invited to visit our online photo gallery at Flickr.com.
Video and livestreaming has become a staple of our communications during the pandemic.
You're invited to visit our video galleries on Vimeo, YouTube and Facebook for livestream and recorded worship services, special prayers, and other featured videos created by the Bishop's office.
Photography & Videography
The Bishop's office is here to help you create special event, informational or educational materials for your parish, organization or ministry. We will work with you to create flyers, brochures, videos... whatever you need.
Contact communications director Janis Greenbaum to discuss your project needs.
Special Publications & Media
Our new bishop brings a whole new style to the Diocese and our new branding reflects that style.
From logos to fonts to letterhead, you'll find a whole look to our diocesan communications.
Our parishes, organizations and ministries are welcome to use these new branding materials.
Members of the media and outside organizations should contact communications director Janis Greenbaum for permission to use our branding.
Diocesan Visual Identity and Style Guides
Parish Communications Resources
Diocesan brochure
We created this tri-fold brochure for parishes to distribute at ministry or community fairs, or any other appropriate events. It provides very basic information about The Diocese of Missouri and The Episcopal Church.
Download and print the brochure.
Printer settings:
- 8.5 x 11 paper
- landscape
- flip on short edge
"No Weapons" Sign
In an effort to keep our church facilities a safe place for all, The Diocese of Missouri encourages all parishes to NOT allow guns or any kind of weapons on their grounds or inside their facilities.
We have created a simple sign you can download and post at your church. The sign is designed to be printed on 11x17 paper.
Download a .pdf copy of this sign.
First Fridays / Communications Toolbox
Every parish and every ministry needs to communicate within your own organization and to the outside community. We are putting together various "tools" you may want to use to carry out your mission, along with advice on using those tools.
- First Fridays:
You are invited to a virtual gathering with Communications Director Janis Greenbaum and special presenters on the First Friday of every month at 1 p.m. Each month, we'll focus on a different communications topic to explore. Come to learn, ask questions, share ideas, and be inspired in your communications work! Toolbox resources will be shared on this page.
Watch current communications for the Zoom link for future events.
- Friday, Jan. 7, 2022: The Church Website
- Friday, Feb. 4, 2022: Communications Strategy
- Friday, March 4, 2022: Hybrid Church
- Friday, April 1, 2022: Church Announcements & Newsletters
- Friday, May 6, 2022: Content Calendars and Graphic Design Resource
- (summer break)
- Friday, Sept. 9, 2022: Sharing our Stories
- Friday, Oct. 7, 2022: Open Forum: Improving e-newsletters, ho-hum livestreams, and coming out of Covid
Communicators Email List
Sharing information is vital to successful communications. We have an email list especially for diocesan communicators to share ideas, ask for help, and spread news throughout the diocese.
Anyone is welcome to be a part of this email list, including:
- parish staff communication directors
- lay volunteers
- parish administrators
- clergy members
Please contact communications director Janis Greenbaum to be included in this email list.
Borrow a Projector
The Diocese has four projectors (with all necessary cables and equipment) available for any parish, organization or ministry to use for special presentations.
If you would like to borrow a projector, please contact communications director Janis Greenbaum.
The projectors are housed at the Bishop's offices in downtown St. Louis. Anyone borrowing equipment will be responsible for picking up and returning the equipment.
Director of Communications
