There are collection boxes in the Narthex for Toys for Tots and the Episcopal City Mission. Toys for Tots will accept any unwrapped new toy for a child. The ECM wants only gift cards from Target, Walmart, or Amazon. Please consider supporting these two charities. Donations must be deposited by Dec. 15. Everything will be delivered the following day. Please be generous in your giving for all those in need!
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The Diocese is delighted to announce the establishment of a new Prayer Ministry, lovingly blessed by Bishop Deon. This initiative emerges from a shared vision of deepening spiritual connections and offering intentional prayer support throughout the Diocese.
Goals of the Prayer Ministry This Ministry aims to uplift the Diocese through prayer by:
Praying in preparation for and during diocesan events.
Supporting individuals preparing for ordination or commissioning.
Offering prayers for communities navigating transitions or conflict.
Sending prayer cards to those who have been specifically prayed for.
Sharing prayer resources for significant events and anniversaries within the Diocese and the broader community.
In the upcoming issues of Proclaim, you will have the opportunity to learn more about each prayer minister as they share their personal reflections and insights on the power of prayer.
A Ministry Rooted in Hope and Love This new Prayer Ministry is a testament to our collective faith and commitment to serve as vessels of God’s love. Through prayer, we strengthen our bond with God and one another as we uplift our communities with hope, peace, joy, and love.
May this Advent and Christmas season be filled with blessings as we embark on this spiritual journey together.
Camp Firebird Campers (Entering Grades 2-10) - $475
Welcome to Camp Firebird Camper Registration (previously known as Camp Phoenix) 2025! Camp Firebird is the official summer camp for the Diocese of Missouri. DioMO has been providing outdoor camp experiences for children and youth for over a century. We love prioritizing the faith and growth of young people in beautiful outdoor spaces, which are safe, affirming, fun, and like a retreat from normal life. Please follow the instructions here to ensure your camper/s has a space at Camp Firebird - spots are limited! If you have any questions, please contact us at mocampfirebird@gmail.com.
Camp Firebird Apprentice Track (Entering Grades 11-12) - $300
This year, Camp will bring back an old tradition of having older teens prepare for being camp counselors. Historically, this program has been the “CIT” program (Counselors in Training), and now it will be called the Apprentice Track. Apprentices work alongside the experts, learning and participating in the work and using their gifts and skills. Apprentices will register for camp as a camper, but will pay $300 instead of a full camper fee. Apprentices are ages 16-18 years old, going into Junior or Senior year of high school. Those who are in that age range are welcome only to register as an Apprentice, not as a Camper. Previously, there has been a mandatory break for campers between being a camper and being an Apprentice/CIT, but we are not enforcing that this year. Not everyone will want to be an Apprentice, but we are going to help to train and form those who are interested in leadership, to be our future Camp Firebird Counselors in the Apprentice program.
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