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.
The finances of The Diocese of Missouri are overseen by:
- Desiree Brattin, Canon for Finance and Administration
- Rita Benson, Finance Assistant and Benefits Administrator
- Erin Meadows, Finance Administrative Assistant
- Al Ludwig, Treasurer
- Liz Yount, Assistant Treasurer
These leaders work together with Diocesan Council and other diocesan committees to maintain our day-to-day financial needs, annual budgets and long-term financial sustainability.
Diocesan Budget
The budget of the Diocese of Missouri falls under the direction of Diocesan Council, according to the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri (Canon III.7).
Download the following budget information:
2027 Operating Budget Request Form
The preparation process for the 2027 Diocese of Missouri Operating Budget has begun. Diocesan Council will review and evaluate all requests, and a final budget will be presented at Convention in November. The attached document details the expected format and content of requests. Please note that this support is intended to be for operating purposes and not for capital improvement projects. Budget requests must be received in the Diocesan Office by July 22, 2026. I kindly request that you adhere to this deadline. It is not the Council's intent to create an onerous process, nor are they seeking a lengthy document; instead, they are looking for succinct answers to develop the best possible budget that serves the needs of the entire Diocese.
2027 Operating Budget Request Form
Independent Auditor's Report
Schmersahl Treloar & Co., Certified Public Accountants, conducts an independent financial audit for the Corporation of The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri each year.