"We do not draw people to Christ by loudly discrediting what they believe, by telling them how wrong they are and how right we are, but by showing them a light that is so lovely that they want with all their hearts to know the source of it." - Madeleine L'Engle
Churches desiring to regather in their buildings must work through the reopening plan and obtain approval from the Bishop before any services may be held.
You can donate to: Tanzania Mission of Mercy; Bishop's Discretionary Fund; COVID-19 Crisis Fund; or General
"We do not draw people to Christ by loudly discrediting what they believe, by telling them how wrong they are and how right we are, but by showing them a light that is so lovely that they want with all their hearts to know the source of it." - Madeleine L'Engle
Churches desiring to regather in their buildings must work through the reopening plan and obtain approval from the Bishop before any services may be held.
"Re-gathering in the Diocese of Wyoming"
Information to guide churches in reopening their doors
The attachments will help Wyoming Episcopalians proactively move towards reopening church buildings including offices, parish halls and worship space. Outreach programs and ministries such as AA and NA, thrift shops, food pantries and similar uses must also follow these procedures before these activities will be allowed to resume in any church-owned or operated facility.
Please work with your designated diocesan staff liaison to step through the guidelines and checklists.
Communication Workshops
6 Zoom Meetings Specific
for your individual needs
Zoom
- April 17, 2020 from 1:30 pm -2:30 pm
Google
- April 24, 2020 from 1:30 pm -2:30 pm
Branding & Logos
- Postponed
Newsletters & Brochures
- Postponed
Social Media
- June 5, 2020 from 1:30 pm -3:30 pm
Digital Faith/Website
- June 19, 2020 from 1:30 pm -4:30 pm
Contact Genie at: [email protected] to register
Second Distribution from the Covid-19 Grant
We are hearing about the love-spreading ways our churches have distributed the March 26th $10,000 awarded from the $1 million granted by the Foundation of the Episcopal Diocese of Wyoming. Your stories of ministries in support of relief for those negatively impacted by the COVID-19 global pandemic in church communities and in the community beyond the walls of churches have been inspiring and even life-saving. We commend the Christ-like “love of neighbor” shown in discerning the most pressing needs and how churches have acted with generosity and care.
If one or more of the critical ministries funded and implemented would benefit from continued support, now is the time to submit a request for a “second round” of funding. No automatic allocations will be made this round – a written request from the church is required.
I want to remind you that we are a community who seeks to serve. Let us continue to participate in the life and grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the healer, and help our brothers and sisters in need as they continue to face hardship due to this persistent pandemic.
Your Brother in Christ,
The Rt. Rev. John Smylie
Click here for the steps to obtaining a second round of funding.
Pre-Convention Meeting
The 2020 Regional Pre-Convention meetings will take place on Saturday, August 15, 2020 from 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. with Regional Diocesan Council Representatives acting as hosts. Zoom teleconferencing will link all regional sites with the diocesan office; where business to be discussed at the September 18, 2020 Convention will be presented. Delegates, alternates, clergy and interested church members are encouraged to attend the pre-convention meeting at any of the regional meeting sites.
Pre-Convention site locations are:
Region
1. Thomas the Apostle Center, Cody
2. Holy Trinity, Gillette
or St. Peter's, Sheridan
3. Diocesan Offices, Casper
or Christ Church, Douglas
4. St. Barnabas, Saratoga
or St. Mark’s, Cheyenne
or St. Matthew's Cathedral, Laramie
5. Holy Communion, Rock Springs
6. St. John’s, Jackson
or St. James’, Riverton
Regional Meetings
In conjunction with the pre-convention meeting, regions will gather after for a time of fellowship and food, to discuss any regional business and generate any resolutions they would like considered at Convention.
Updated Bishop Search Prayer
Bishop Search Prayer – Season of Covid-19
God of resurrection and rebirth, pour out your blessing on the Search and Transition Committees, and each person who is in the process of responding to the call to Bishop of this and every other diocese. These peculiar times are in your hands. Help us to welcome new life and leadership into the cold spring wind, the deep brown of turned fields, and in our quiet, empty streets that we may remain a witness to your unchanging, powerful love, in the name of the one who shelters and heals, Jesus Christ our risen Lord. Amen
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Luke 12:8 "I tell you, whoever publicly acknowledges me before others, the Son of Man will also acknowledge before the angels of God."
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