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187th Diocesan Convention
November 12-14, 2026
Mark your calendars for the 187th Convention of The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri, taking place November 12-14, 2026, at Manchester United Methodist, under the theme "Go in peace. Go in hope. Go in love."
Drawing inspiration from Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28, Bishop Deon K. Johnson invites the people of the diocese to gather for a time of prayer, discernment, storytelling, and renewal as we continue to explore what it means to be a Church that is sent into the world to share God's love, hope, and healing.
In his invitation to the diocese, Bishop Deon reminds us that we are formed by Christ, sustained by hope, and commissioned through baptism to carry God's reconciling presence into our communities. This year's Convention will provide opportunities to celebrate the ways congregations and ministries are already living out that call while discerning together where the Holy Spirit is leading us next.
Convention will once again include both virtual business sessions and opportunities for in-person gathering. Delegates are expected to participate in both, and all members of the diocesan household are warmly encouraged to take part in the in-person events.
Voices from across the diocese are also invited to participate in the Convention Choir on Saturday, November 14, at 10:30 a.m. at Manchester United Methodist Church. Under the leadership of Cathedral Director of Music Dr. Connor Scott, diocesan choirs will join together in a combined choir for this special celebration.
Watch for additional information regarding registration, resolutions, nominations, and other important Convention updates.
Read Bishop Deon's full invitation letter and learn more about the convention by clicking below
Meet our 2026 Convention Keynote Speaker!
We are excited to welcome the Rev. Nancy Frausto to the 187th Convention of The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri, November 12–14!
A passionate preacher, storyteller, and advocate for God's liberating love, Nancy leads the Latinx Studies program at Southwest and is a founding member of the Diocese of Los Angeles Sanctuary Task Force.
In addition to her keynote address, Nancy will lead a special workshop, “Truth, Justice, and the Jesus Way.”
Join us as we explore this year's Convention theme, “Go in peace. Go in hope. Go in love,” and reflect on how we are called to carry Christ's love into the world.
Drag Bingo Fundraiser
October 24th, 2026
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Drag Bingo Brunch is an afternoon of Fun and Fabulous Food to benefit Advent Episcopal Church's building repairs. The event is happening at Andres South, 4254 Telegraph Road, St. Louis, MO 63129. Doors will open at 11:00AM with the Brunch buffet being served immediately until NOON. Our Brunch Menu is Southwestern scrambled eggs with cheese, peppers and onion frittatas, Hand carved pineapple crushed ham, Breakfast potatoes, Pasta Con Broccoli, and Fresh fruit salad. Catered brunch, juices and soft drinks provided. Cash bar is available for adult beverages. Bingo begins at noon. Tickets cost $40 which includes brunch soft drinks, juices and ten rounds of Bingo. Our Drag host, Becca Diamond, will keep the festivities moving throughout the afternoon. Our tables seat ten people, so bring your friends! There are prizes for best decorated table AND individual costume(encouraged but not required) for our Halloween theme!
Have questions? Contact Clare at 314-623-1416.
Yoga Flow
October 22nd, 2026
The Church of St. Michael & St. George
6345 Wydown Blvd
PO Box 11887
Saint Louis, MO 63105-2292
Join us for an uplifting yoga flow designed to link the mind, body, and spirit. After the yoga flow, stay with us for prayer as we transition from movement into a peaceful close to the day. We recommend arriving by 5:15 p.m. to get settled and ready to begin. We’ll alternate between Evening Prayer and Centering Prayer, offering two beautiful ways to enter into prayer together. Evening Prayer follows the rhythms of the Episcopal tradition, with Scripture, psalms, prayers, and moments of silence; a communal and structured way to let the words of our faith guide us into God’s presence. Centering Prayer is a quieter, more contemplative practice, inviting us to settle into silence and stillness and rest in God’s presence and love. Childcare will be available with advance sign-up.
St. Peter's Guild Estate Sale
November 14, 2026
8am - 3pm
St. Peter's Episcopal Church Ladue
110 N Warson Rd,
St. Louis, MO 63124
Some treasures find us when we're not even looking for them. That's part of the fun of the annual St. Peter's Guild Estate Sale, coming Saturday, November 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Browse a wide variety of unique items, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy the excitement of never knowing what you might discover next. Every purchase supports the work and ministries of our church, making this a wonderful opportunity to shop, connect with friends, and contribute to a worthwhile cause.
Women’s Clergy Retreat 2027
Join the Women Clergy Retreat for a gathering centered on the experiences of women in ordained ministry. The retreat welcomes everyone who feels this space is for them, including trans, cis, nonbinary, gender fluid, and agender participants.
Date and time: April 27, 2027, at 4 pm through April 30, 2027, at 1 pm CDT
Location: Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 113 N. 18th St., Omaha, Nebraska 68102
A hotel block is available at the Peregrine Hotel. Please reserve your room by April 1, 2027.
Register now or visit provincev.org/wcr for event details and the hotel reservation link.
Journey to the Holy Land with Bishops Amy Dafler Meaux and Deon Johnson
Join Bishop Amy Dafler Meaux of the Diocese of West Missouri and Bishop Deon Johnson of the Diocese of Missouri for a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, May 18 through 29, 2027.
This shared journey invites members of both dioceses to deepen their faith, build community, and reflect on the places at the heart of our Christian story.
Each diocese has 14 spaces available. The cost is $6,000 per person, based on double occupancy.
Reserve Your Place
A nonrefundable deposit of $1,000 is due November 1, 2026, to reserve your space. The remaining balance of $5,000 is due March 1, 2027.
Register for the Holy Land Pilgrimage
For more information, contact Jillian Smith.
Congregational Vitality
The Episcopal Church is renewing its focus on church planting, congregational revitalization, and redevelopment to help communities share the love of Jesus and serve their neighbors. Working with dioceses and local leaders, the congregational vitality team supports new Episcopal communities, strengthens established congregations, and helps churches use buildings and property more effectively for mission.
Findings from a 2025–2026 churchwide assessment are shaping partnerships, leadership development, coaching, and practical resources tailored to local needs, with particular attention to ethnic and multicultural communities.
Congregational Vitality All-Calls
Date: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 11 am to noon Central
Location: Online
Join colleagues from across The Episcopal Church for monthly updates, shared learning, and focused conversations about church planting, revitalization, and redevelopment. Participants can exchange ideas, explore common challenges, and build connections with others engaged in similar ministries.
Bishop Kemper School for Ministry Launches Quarterly Newsletter - Kemper Connect
We are excited to launch our new quarterly newsletter, Kemper Connect. One of the distinctive features of BKSM is that our community covers a vast geographic region. We hope this newsletter helps overcome some of the challenges of staying in touch. Here you’ll find news items and other resources related to the varied ministries of our current students, alumni, and supporters. View the first edition here: https://conta.cc/4boiTXS
This Young Church Project
“This Young Church Project” (TYCP) has been an initiative developed and run by myself, Rev. Erin Pickersgill, for two years. The supportive parish program organically grew out of the questions arising from individual communities. Past and current participating parishes are St. Francis, Eureka; Trinity, Kirksville; St. John’s, Tower Grove; St. Mark’s, Portland; and Hope, Town and Country.
Most parishes in our Diocese, with few exceptions, are wondering how to attract more young families through their doors, what to do with the young people when they attend worship, and how to grow young people in their faith.
If your community is interested in being in the TYCP 2026 - 2027 cohort, please contact Erin Pickersgill by clicking below! Applications are now open.