text: In this issue: Juneteenth - Pray on Troost, Trinity Lebanon expands, becoming anti-racist, sign up for EfM or VBS! Youth events update and more!
  On the evening of Juneteenth, Friday, June 19, Troost Avenue, Kansas City, became a focal point of unity when people of different faiths and races joined together in an hour-long event 'Pray on Troost.' Together they formed an estimated 10-mile long, socially distanced, prayer chain.
  While many churches across the nation are reporting declining attendance, Lebanon's historic Trinity Episcopal Church in Lebanon is showing an increase in membership.
  If you have also found yourself at an intersection – of faith and a commitment to becoming anti-racist – these past few weeks, this chart may inspire you to explore, grow and deepen that very personal journey.
  In 2015, the 126th Diocesan Convention passed a resolution regarding the response of the Episcopal churches in West Missouri to the ongoing sin of Racism. One of the provisions was the use the service closest to "Juneteenth" as an opportunity to remind ourselves of the constant vigilance needed to address racism.
  Several congregations in our diocese have chosen to create a labyrinth on their grounds. Open to the community around them they are a wonderful way to spread peace and encourage contemplation. Check out six close to home!
  Summer is a great time to explore God's Wondrous Creation. Sign up to join a diocesan-wide Backyard VBS!
  On Saturday, June 27, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. God willing, Melissa Roberts George will be ordained into the Sacred Order of Priests at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City. The ordination is limited to the celebrants and essential participants only. The service will be livestreamed on YouTube.
  Zoom Bible and bingo, Online. 8-9 p.m.
  Zoom Desert and Discussions, Online. 7-8 p.m.
  Zoom Picnic, Online. 1-2 p.m.
  Diocesan Pause Retreat. A Self-guided Retreat, Online.
  Ordination of Melissa George to the Sacred Order of Priests. 2 p.m. Livestreamed on YouTube.
  Finance Committee, Online. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  Diversity and Reconciliation Commission. St Augustine's Episcopal Church, Kansas City. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.