Congregational Resources
Everyone is welcome to access the following resources for individuals, small groups, and congregations. Timely resources are listed first, followed by an alphabetical listing (below and to the right) of additional resources.
If you are unable to find a specific resource, please contact communications director Janis Greenbaum.
Church Architecture and Allied Arts
The Commission on Church Architecture and Allied Arts provides counsel and approval for all substantial parish renovations and new construction.
Read More »COVID-19
The Diocese of Missouri continues to respond with care and deep concern to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We are closely following and prayerfully responding to the advice of local, state and national health experts. Our priority is the health and safety of everyone in our region.
Read More »Financial
The financial base of The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri comes mainly from parish assessments, investments, and individual donations.
The income is used to carry out the mission of the Church and to cover the operational expenses of the diocese.
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Parish Leadership
Diocesan staff and parish leaders are teaming up to offer tools for success in church governance and provide Diocesan connections to help your congregation thrive.
Read More »Safe Church
The Diocese of Missouri has a zero-tolerance policy for any type of clergy sexual misconduct. Learn about our rules, policies and trainings to prevent misconduct and how we respond when misconduct is reported.
Read More »Strategic Visioning
In January, 2021, Bishop Deon Johnson tasked members from throughout our diocese to begin a strategic visioning process to redefine our vision, our mission and our goals.
After months of dreaming, researching, discussing, and praying, the Strategic Visioning Committee developed new mission and vision statements along with a five-year plan to move our diocese into the future. Di…
Read More »Worship
We Episcopalians believe in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Many of our liturgies are included in the Book of Common Prayer, but newer liturgies like same-sex blessings and rites for departed pets, are being developed and reviewed on an ongoing basis.
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