In this episode… We are talking about All Things…Episcopal liturgical fashion aka, the vestments we wear and why we wear them. We are talking about the fancy poncho that the priest wears, why do people wear what looks like a floor length black dress, and why are these clothes that the altar party wear so ornate and intricate in their detailing? We are getting into all of that and more with the one and only The Rev. Chas Marks. 

About the Hosts

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner in the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike.

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University in the Diocese of Kansas and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO in the Diocese of W. Missouri. She is a graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She was ordained to the transitional diaconate in June 2025 and to the priesthood in January 2026. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.

 About our Guest:
The Rev. Canon Charles A. (Chas) Marks (he/him)  serves as the Canon for Common Mission of The Diocese of West Missouri. This position involves working directly with the Bishop to serve our ministries and leaders. His primary focus includes congregational development and vitality, leadership transitions, and oversight of Diocesan Convention.

Canon Marks was raised in the Roman Catholic Church and is the product of Catholic education. He became an Episcopalian while living in Memphis, Tennessee. Having been received at the Cathedral there, he feels a particular connection to the “Martyrs of Memphis” and upon moving to Kansas City knew he had found his church home when he looked up at St. Mary’s, Kansas City and noticed the window to their memory located there. He discerned his vocation at St. Mary’s and was ordained to the diaconate in 2014 and the priesthood in 2015.
He previously served as Missioner for Transitions for our Diocese, Rector of St. Augustine’s Church, and Associate Rector at St. Mary’s Church, both in Kansas City.  He also served at Saint Francis Ministries, an Episcopal social service agency, in Church and Community Relations. Prior to his ordination, he worked in social services, managing programs that assisted unhoused and at-risk youth. He is a graduate of Wichita State University, St. Meinrad Seminary & School of Theology, and The Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. Canon Marks has also completed the College for Congregational Development program and has a Certificate in Church Management from the Villanova School of Business.
Canon Chas lives with his husband, Barry, in the Historic Northeast of Kansas City with their clowder of black cats.

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Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions. Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen was an active youth in the Kansas youth ministry program, and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State, she returned as an adult volunteer in her late 20s. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels for four years, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike.

Guest: 

The Rev. Benedict Varnum (he/him)

The Reverend Benedict Varnum is the priest and rector at St. Augustine of Canterbury, in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Fr Ben grew up in the Catholic Church before being confirmed in the Episcopal Church in the eighth grade, and he spent time preparing to become a history or philosophy professor before feeling called to ordained ministry. Ben, his wife Megan, their daughter and two cats have a home in Omaha. Ben enjoys biking, fancy board games, reading, and keeping up with the latest comic book movies – he can probably tell you which of your favorite comic characters makes a better Christian!

Relevant links:

Comic Belief podcast: https://www.facebook.com/ComicBeliefPod/

St. Augustine of Canterbury: http://www.sainta.net/

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions. Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) 
The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She is an Episcopal priest, who is canonically resident in the Diocese of Kansas and licensed in the Diocese of W. Missouri. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her)
The Rev. Karen Schlabach is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen was an active youth in the Kansas youth ministry program, and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State, she returned as an adult volunteer in her late 20s. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels for four years, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike.

Guest: 

Rt. Rev. Craig Loya (he/him)

The Rt. Rev. Craig Loya is the tenth bishop of the Diocese of Minnesota, which comprises one hundred faith communities, spread across rural, suburban, and urban contexts, regularly worshipping in six languages. He was consecrated on June 6, 2020. Early in his time as bishop, he led a process of priority-setting for the diocese, together identifying four core areas of focus: discipleship, faithful innovation, justice, and congregational vitality. Loya is a third generation Mexican-American. He was born and raised in North Platte, Nebraska, and graduated from Hastings College and Yale Divinity School. He was ordained priest in the Diocese of South Dakota in 2003. His first ministry was serving four congregations on the Rosebud Reservation. He later served congregations in Massachusetts, on the bishop’s staff in the Diocese of Kansas, and as Dean of Trinity Cathedral in Omaha before being elected the tenth bishop of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota. He is married to Dr. Melissa Tubbs Loya, a Hebrew Bible scholar, and they have two children.

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Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Tune in for real talk about faith, finding meaning in tradition, and why staying connected to church might just be more relevant than you think.

Honest. Thoughtful. Surprisingly relatable.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner in the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike.

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She was ordained to the transitional diaconate in June 2025. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Guests: 

Hannah Connelly (she/her) a junior at the University of Kansas majoring in Early Childhood Education originally from Olathe, KS. 

Kayleigh McDonald (she/her) a sophomore at the University of Kansas majoring in Behavioral Neuroscience originally from St. Louis, MO.

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner in the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike.

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She was ordained to the transitional diaconate in June 2025. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

About our Guests:

The Reverend Katie Knoll Lenon (she/her) is currently serving as Rector of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Springdale AR. Mother Katie has been ordained for 8 years, from the Diocese of Kansas. Before accepting the call to the Priesthood, Mother Katie served the Episcopal Church in Youth Ministry, which she has 20 years experience when combining pre/post seminary education. She is delighted to participate in this episode or any thing associated with the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas- since it is responsible for much of her childhood formation. Mother Katie has a bachelor degree in Religious Studies from the University of Kansas- Rock Chalk! And a Masters of Divinity from The Theological School of the University of the South in Sewanee TN, YSR! When Katie is not at church, she is spending time with her family-(husband, daughter and German Shepherd), hopefully in nature- hiking, camping, or glamping more like. She practices yoga and loves dancing to music with a sick beat. Mother Katie enjoys a good laugh, through watching funny tv, movies or stand up comedians, but the best is when you are surprised by the quick wit of the person you are talking to. 

Relevant links…

Book of Common Prayer online: www.bcponline.org 

An Episcopal Dictionary: https://www.episcopalchurch.org/glossary/ 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Young Adult & Campus Ministry click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Tune in for real talk about faith, finding meaning in tradition, and why staying connected to church might just be more relevant than you think.

Honest. Thoughtful. Surprisingly relatable.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

 Guest: Alex Buck and Kelsey Phillips

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Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Riley Brown (He/Him)

Riley Brown is the Young Adult Missioner for the Diocese of West MO. He is passionate about making the Episcopal Church accessible to young people who, like himself, might not have grown up in the tradition. In other words, he feels his goal is to help make it all make sense to those who might not understand all the smells, bells, kneeling, and standing. Riley lives with his wife, Noah, and their two cats, Punchy and Teddy. He enjoys reading and playing games with his friends. 

Guest: 

The Rev. Kelly Demo (she/her) is the Associate Rector at St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church in Overland Park, Kansas. During her 29 years of ordained ministry much of Kelly's work has focused on both youth and their spiritual development, and matters of social justice and poverty. Outside the church Rev. Demo worked for ten years with international aid organizations. She created and published a Scripture based retreat for youth called Miqra which is used in many dioceses around the country. She is currently developing a curriculum that helps older teens discover their gifts and God-given passions so they might serve the Kingdom and has authored two books. Kelly is married to The Rev. Gar Demo. They have two grown children, a dog, and a cat she never knew she needed.

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at a parish in Kansas City, MO and graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Guest:

Riley Brown (He/Him) is the Young Adult Missioner for the Diocese of West MO. He is passionate about making the Episcopal Church accessible to young people who, like himself, might not have grown up in the tradition. In other words, he feels his goal is to help make it all make sense to those who might not understand all the smells, bells, kneeling, and standing. Riley lives with his wife, Noah, and their two cats, Punchy and Teddy. He enjoys reading and playing games with his friends. 

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We unpack:

●      Linear time vs. spiral time—yes, we’re getting a little philosophical
●      Why Sundays aren’t just Sundays, and what it means to step out of Chronos and into Kairos 
●      How vestments, candles, and colors aren’t just aesthetics—they’re time cues
●      The full sweep of the liturgical year: from Advent anticipation to Pentecost fire to the long green stretch of Ordinary Time

Plus, we’ll explore how the liturgical calendar isn’t just for worship—it’s a way of life. It reshapes how we pray, how we wait, how we remember, and how we hope.

Whether you’re a lifelong Episcopalian or just church-curious, this episode will help you see time differently—sacredly.

About the Hosts

The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a transitional deacon in the diocese of Kansas. She is the Curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State Univ.  She graduated from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (M.Div.) and Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). She hopes to one day become an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. Ryan Williams  is the rector at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Joplin, MO.  In a previous life, he was an organic vegetable farmer and Baptist pastor.  In a previous life, he worked in student leadership and development at the university level.  He continues to have a passion for exploring the big questions of life and faith with people of all ages, but particularly students and young adults.  Ryan lives with his wife, Anna, their two kids, John Mark and Eleanor, and their dog, Scout.  When he isn’t taking Scout for runs or enjoying downtime with family, you can find Ryan rooting for the Milwaukee Bucks (basketball) and continually on the search for the perfect pizza dough recipe. 

Guest Bio: 

The Rev. Katherine Mansfield

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We explore how those formative summer experiences shaped their spirituality and how stepping into college brought both challenges and opportunities for growth. Did Episcopal campus ministry help bridge the gap? How did community, ritual, and relationship carry over—or shift—in a university setting?

✨ Topics We Cover:

• First steps into Episcopal summer camp: choice or calling?

  
  

• How camp shaped early ideas of faith and belonging

  
  

• The transition from s’mores and songs to syllabi and stress

  
  

• Grounding faith through campus ministry in times of big questions

  
  

• Moments of challenge and transformation, both at camp and on campus

  
  

• Lifelong spiritual practices and habits that stuck around

  
  

• Community vibes: campfire circles vs. college chaplaincy couches

  
  

• Seeing yourself—and your calling—through the lens of these experiences

  
  

• Dreaming big for the future of camps and campus ministries (yes, snacks included!)

  
  

• Advice for anyone unsure about jumping into these sacred spaces

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Guest Bio: 

Josh McCall (he/him)

Josh is a rising sophomore at Wichita State Univ. studying Special Music Education. He is originally from Overland Park, KS and attended St. Thomas the Apostle (Dio. KS). Josh now works as a youth volunteer at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Wichita. Josh has been involved in the church for as long as he can remember:going to youth events, serving on the Youth Commission (Dio. KS). and as a youth delegate at Diocesan Convention, and is a Peer Minister in the Wichita area. Josh is grateful for the opportunity to serve and grow with those around him, and is glad he’s found his place in the Episcopal Church.

Suzanne Avery (She/her)

Brandon Kirmer (He/him)

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We explore these big ideas through the Episcopal lens, where grace is God's unconditional love, freely given, and salvation is about becoming whole—starting now, not just later.

Joining us is Fr. Ryan Williams, one of the newer priests in the Diocese of West Missouri and a behind-the-scenes worker bee on this very podcast. We talk about his journey into the “wonderfully weird and holy chaos” of the Episcopal Church, plus what grace has looked like in his life and ministry.

✨ Questions we’re asking:

• What even is grace?

• Is salvation just about the afterlife—or something more?

• How can we unpack these words in a way that actually helps, not harms?

Along the way, you'll hear stories, laughter, maybe a weird fact or two, and most importantly, a reminder that grace meets you exactly where you are.

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Guest Bio: 

The Rev. Ryan Williams

 is the rector at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Joplin, MO.  In a previous life, he was an organic vegetable farmer and Baptist pastor.  In a previous life, he worked in student leadership and development at the university level.  He continues to have a passion for exploring the big questions of life and faith with people of all ages, but particularly students and young adults.  Ryan lives with his wife, Anna, their two kids, John Mark and Eleanor, and their dog, Scout.  When he isn’t taking Scout for runs or enjoying downtime with family, you can find Ryan rooting for the Milwaukee Bucks (basketball) and continually on the search for the perfect pizza dough recipe. 

Relevant links:

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We dive into Bishop Amy’s incredible call story, her passion for ministry with children and youth, and her surprising hobbies — from knitting and video games (yes, she loves The Sims and Mario Party!). She even shares her wish for better broadcast sound in women’s cycling — how cool is that? 

But that’s not all — Bishop Amy answers a mix of silly, thoughtful, and theological questions submitted by children, youth, young adults, clergy, and staff across the Dioceses of Western Missouri and Kansas. It’s personal. It’s joyful. It’s real. 

About the Hosts:

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Hayley Cobb (she/her) is a cradle Episcopalian and southwest Missouri native. A longtime member of Christ Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO (W. MO), Hayley has been helping lead the church's youth program since 2022. She also serves as a LEM, acolyte, and is a member of the parish Youth & Children’s Commission. Hayley is in her second year on Diocesan Council and recently served on the Bishop Search Committee for the 9th Bishop of West Missouri.Professionally, Hayley is the Communications Director for Leadership Springfield, a nonprofit that offers community leadership programs to professionals and students, including Rosie, a free advocacy network for women in the region. 

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) started as the Youth Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas in January 2013 and her title has changed four times since then, but she's currently the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner. She has been involved as an adult with the diocesan youth program since 2005 and campus ministry program since 2007. Karen was an active youth in Kansas from 1989-1995, and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State in 1995-96. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels from 2008-2012, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike and dog Cherry. 

The Rev. David Wilcox (he/him) Serves as the Missioner for Youth Ministry in the Diocese of West Missouri and as Assisting Priest at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church in Kansas City. Before finding his way to the Episcopal Church in 2015 David spent time in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. He is passionate about the Gospel, formation, history, coffee and little known (and less cared about) information. David and his husband Zach live in Belton with their energetic (and not at all spoiled) dog Ollie. 

Guest Bio: 

The Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of W. MO 

Bishop Amy was born and raised all over the south, namely the Carolinas and Louisiana. After graduating from Louisiana Scholars' College, she returned to her home church in Covington, Louisiana to pursue ordination to the priesthood. During this time, she met her husband, Jared. Together, they traveled to Austin where +Amy attended seminary. 26 years later, they have three children and have lived in Dallas, Eastern Kentucky, Little Rock, and now Kansas City. They also have two dogs, Luca and Bethany, and one grand-puppy, Charlotte. +Amy is most excited about all the ways the people of West Missouri seek to serve Jesus in their communities. She is confident the kingdom of God is near to us here and can't wait to see all the Holy Spirit is doing in our midst. 

Relevant links: 

Bishop Meaux Book Recommendation: The Wee Free Men series by Terry Prachett

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We talk about what these days mean, why they matter, and how they invite us into the mystery of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection. Along the way, we learn that Clare still can’t quite pronounce “Triduum” (but we love her for it).

Joining us is Fr. James Yazell, Associate Priest at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in the Diocese of West Missouri. He brings wisdom, warmth, and insight into how these ancient days can speak to our modern lives.

About the Hosts
Clare Stern-Burbano
Clare (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.

Guest Bio:
Fr. James Yazell The Rev. W. James Yazell (he/him) serves as an associate priest at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City, MO and is a Master of Sacred Theology student at the School of Theology, The University of the South, in Sewanee, TN. He holds a Master of Divinity from the same institution, earned in 2019, and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, completed in 2014.
Fr. James’ academic and professional pursuits have led him into an exploration of Systematic Theology, Moral Psychology, and Christian Spirituality. For fun, he practices martial arts (Kung Fu, Jiujitsu, and Kenpo) and plays games of all sorts. He and his wife Kelsey joined the Episcopal Church together as teenagers and were married in that same parish 8 years later.

Relevant links:

https://bcponline.org/- Proper Liturgies

https://www.orthodoxroad.com/christs-descent-into-hell-icon-explanation/- Description and image of the icon mentioned. 

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To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Content source links: Some of today’s questions come from Called to Life: Reflecting on Vocation, Participant Guide, Collegeville Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research, 2011

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s
minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological
Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one
day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an
interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner for the Episcopal
Diocese of Kansas. Karen was an active youth in the Kansas youth ministry program, and as a college
student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State, she returned as an adult volunteer in her late 20s.
Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels for four years, and prior to that worked as an
Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree
in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and
received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was
ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games
on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her
husband Mike and dog Cherry.

Guest Bio:
The Rev. Sarah Shipman (she/her)
Sarah Shipman is an Episcopal priest in the Diocese of Kansas and an attorney
who is the Director of Episcopal Migration Ministries. She has served as a cabinet secretary under two governors in Kansas as well as serving as an assistant Attorney General.

Dani Mortensen (she/her)
Was born and raised in Mexico and came to the states when she was 10 years old.
Dani loves getting to know people and helping out whenever she can. She is a big
animal lover and especially love her two doggos Sam (German Shepherd) and
Kelson (Pit Bull Terrier). She enjoys occasionally having a night to do some
cooking with Kelson where he gets to try everything on the menu before it’s
served! Dani found a home in the Episcopal church just 4 years ago when her
then girlfriend and now wife very enthusiastically asked her if she would join her
at the first in person service of Palm Sunday during the Covid-19 pandemic. No
matter where she went, or what Episcopal church she attended, she was greeted
with love and affirmation telling her she belonged. So she stayed. In my search for
a home parish, God guided Clarke (Dani’s wife) and her to Grace and Holy
Trinity Cathedral. Dani now lives in Connecticut with Clarke and their two doggos
while Clarke completes her MDiv and hopes to become an Episcopal priest.

Andy Burbano (he/him)
Andy Burbano was born in and raised in Colombia S. America until he was 7 and
then moved to Panama until he was 11 and then immigrated to the United States
when he was 12. Was naturalized as a USA citizen as a teenager. Andres grew up
Roman Catholic and was confirmed in the Episcopal Church Oct. 2023. He has
served in the U.S. Military as an officer and now works at an IT firm as a
cybersecurity engineer and manager. He is married to his almost high school
sweetheart Clare and is excited to become a dad in Summer 2025.

Relevant links:
Episcopal Migration Ministries

Essential Resources for Immigrant Families

Episcopal Church Immigration Action Toolkit

General Convention Resolutions mentioned in the podcast
1985-D113

2009-B006

2018-C033

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To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Content source links: Some of today’s questions come from Called to Life: Reflecting on Vocation, Participant Guide, Collegeville Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research, 2011

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s
minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological
Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one
day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an
interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner for the Episcopal
Diocese of Kansas. Karen was an active youth in the Kansas youth ministry program, and as a college
student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State, she returned as an adult volunteer in her late 20s.
Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels for four years, and prior to that worked as an
Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree
in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and
received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was
ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games
on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her
husband Mike and dog Cherry.

Guest:
Ragan Dutcher (she/her) is currently a K-State senior studying Integrative Physiology and
Kinesiology, pre-physical therapy. She is a peer minister at the Canterbury house at K-State and
will be moving to Denver in the summer to start PT school. She is recently engaged to another
member of the peer ministry team at K-State and a member of the Episcopal church. Ragan grew
up in the Episcopal Church and has always loved it!

Relevant links:
Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment.

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click
here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus
Ministry click here

All Things...Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of
Kansas in association with Resonate Media.

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions
Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Content source links: Some of today’s questions come from Called to Life: Reflecting on
Vocation, Participant Guide, Collegeville Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research, 2011

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) is the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas. Karen was an active youth in the Kansas youth ministry program, and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State, she returned as an adult volunteer in her late 20s. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels for four years, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike and dog Cherry. 

The Rev. David Wilcox (he/him) Serves as Rector at St. Mary Magdalene in Belton, MO (Dio. W. MO). Before finding his way to the Episcopal Church in 2015 David spent time in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. He is passionate about the Gospel, formation, history, coffee and little known (and less cared about) information. David and his husband Zach live in Belton with their energetic (and not at all spoiled) dog Ollie. 

The Rev. Ryan Williams (he/him) serves as rector of St. Phillips in Joplin, MO.

Relevant links: 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry click here 

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise Content source links: 

Harry Potter: 

https://www.mugglenet.com/2020/04/harry-potter-and-the-christian-allegory/
https://slmedia.org/blog/more-than-good-against-evil-christian-themes-in-harry-potter

The Chronicles of Narnia: 

https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe/summary
https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-last-battle/summary

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

Hayley Cobb (she/her) is a cradle Episcopalian and southwest Missouri native. A longtime member of Christ Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO (W. MO), Hayley has been helping lead the church's youth program since 2022. She also serves as a LEM, acolyte, and is a member of the parish Youth & Children’s Commission. Hayley is in her second year on Diocesan Council and recently served on the Bishop Search Committee for the 9th Bishop of West Missouri.Professionally, Hayley is the Communications Director for Leadership Springfield, a nonprofit that offers community leadership programs to professionals and students, including Rosie, a free advocacy network for women in the region.

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) started as the Youth Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas in January 2013 and her title has changed four times since then, but she's currently the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner. She has been involved as an adult with the diocesan youth program since 2005 and campus ministry program since 2007. Karen was an active youth in Kansas from 1989-1995, and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State in 1995-96. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels from 2008-2012, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike and dog Cherry.

The Rev. David Wilcox (he/him) Serves as the Missioner for Youth Ministry in the Diocese of West Missouri and as Assisting Priest at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church in Kansas City. Before finding his way to the Episcopal Church in 2015 David spent time in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. He is passionate about the Gospel, formation, history, coffee and little known (and less cared about) information. David and his husband Zach live in Belton with their energetic (and not at all spoiled) dog Ollie.

The Rev. Caroline Howard (she/her) serves as curate for creation care in the diocese of Kansas. 

About our Guests

Glenn Green (she/her) is a young adult in the Diocese of W. MO and attends Church of the Redeemer in Parkville, MO. She has been a long life Episcopalian worshiping in several different states before calling Kansas City Home. In her free time, she plays bass and helps with the youth ministry program at Redeemer. 

Mason Weber (he/him) is a young adult in the Diocese of KS and attends St. Paul’s in Manhattan, KS. Mason also serves as a Trustee in the Diocese of KS, serves as a counselor at Episcopal Church Mega Camp for elementary students and is currently pursuing a degree in social work.  

About the Podcast Team

Zach Phillips (he/him) As Communications Director (W. MO), Zach’s focus is to help promote churches and communicate each parish and congregations’ message across the diocese to other members. He also provides and manages website hosting and access to administrative services to the churches of the diocese, shares news of what’s going on in the diocese and the general Church, plus gives advice and training on communication methods, best practices, and technologies. In his free time, Zach enjoys taking walks with his husband, David, and their dogs Ollie and Pixie. He also enjoys playing video and board games with his friends, watching Marvel films, and cooking new dishes. 

Chad Senuta (he/him) serves as Director of Communications for the Episcopal DIocese of Kansas. He attended Kansas State University, where he studied Education. Chad has over twenty years of experience in youth and young adult ministry, serving both the dioceses of Kansas and Chicago. He is married to the Rev. Lisa Senuta and has two children, Charlie and Bethany. He enjoys watch collecting, photography, rock and roll music, watching movies, and Dr. Pepper.

The Rev. Ryan Williams (he/him) serves as rector of St. Phillips in Joplin, MO. 

Relevant links…

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry  click here

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts:

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest and is discerning in the Diocese of Kansas. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. Hayley Cobb (she/her) is a cradle Episcopalian and southwest Missouri native. A longtime member of Christ Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO (W. MO), Hayley has been helping lead the church's youth program since 2022. She also serves as a LEM, acolyte, and is a member of the parish Youth & Children’s Commission. Hayley is in her second year on Diocesan Council and recently served on the Bishop Search Committee for the 9th Bishop of West Missouri.Professionally, Hayley is the Communications Director for Leadership Springfield, a nonprofit that offers community leadership programs to professionals and students, including Rosie, a free advocacy network for women in the region.

The Rev. Karen Schlabach (she/her) started as the Youth Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas in January 2013 and her title has changed four times since then, but she's currently the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Missioner. She has been involved as an adult with the diocesan youth program since 2005 and campus ministry program since 2007. Karen was an active youth in Kansas from 1989-1995,
and as a college student participated in Campus Ministry at K-State in 1995-96. Karen was the Youth Minister at St. Michael and All Angels from 2008-2012, and prior to that worked as an Academic Advisor at UTA and UMKC and Associate Registrar at UMKC. Karen has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, is an EFM graduate, and received a Certificate of Presbyterial Studies from the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the priesthood in January 2022. In her free time she enjoys reading novels, Lego video games on her Switch, and being ordered around by her personal trainer. She lives in Merriam, KS, with her husband Mike and dog Cherry.

The Rev. David Wilcox (he/him) Serves as the Missioner for Youth Ministry in the Diocese of West Missouri and as Assisting Priest at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church in Kansas City. Before finding his way to the Episcopal Church in 2015 David spent time in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. He is passionate about the Gospel, formation, history, coffee and little known (and less cared about) information. David and his husband Zach live in Belton with their energetic (and not at all spoiled) dog Ollie.

The Rev. Caroline Howard (she/her) serves as curate for creation care in the diocese of Kansas.

About the Podcast Team:

Zach Phillips (he/him) As Communications Director (W. MO), Zach’s focus is to help promote churches and communicate each parish and congregations’ message across the diocese to other members. He also provides and manages website hosting and access to administrative services to the churches of the diocese, shares news of what’s going on in the diocese and the general Church, plus gives advice and
training on communication methods, best practices, and technologies. In his free time, Zach enjoys taking walks with his husband, David, and their dogs Ollie and Pixie. He also enjoys playing video and board games with his friends, watching Marvel films, and cooking new dishes.

Chad Senuta (he/him) serves as Director of Communications for the Episcopal DIocese of Kansas. He attended Kansas State University, where he studied Education. Chad has over twenty years of experience in youth and young adult ministry, serving both the dioceses of Kansas and Chicago. He is married to the Rev. Lisa Senuta and has two children, Charlie and Bethany. He enjoys watch collecting, photography,
rock and roll music, watching movies, and Dr. Pepper.

The Rev. Ryan Williams (he/him) serves as rector of St. Phillips in Joplin, MO.

Relevant links...

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of W. MO College and Young Adult Ministry click here 

To learn more about the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas Children, Youth, Young Adults, & Campus Ministry click here 

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri and Diocese of Kansas in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

The Reverend Robin Rusconi 

Robin was raised in the Kansas City metro on the Kansas side and has 4 brothers. She was raised in the Roman Catholic faith and attended Catholic grade school and high school. She first felt the call to ordained ministry in undergrad but did not see a path forward. Before she and her husband Jae married, they joined the Episcopal church. She formally began her discernment process 2019-2020 - when her youngest child was in high school.  

Robin has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration and a Juris Doctorate from The University of Kansas and a Certificate in Diaconate Studies from The Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She was ordained to the diaconate in June 2023. Robin is currently completing a 1-year chaplain residency at St. Luke’s Health System.  

Tara Bennett  

is chair of the Peace and Justice Committee for the Diocese of West Missouri. A member of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, she is also an active volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, serving as Missouri State Legislative Lead for a number of years. A native Kansas Citian, Tara has lived in 5 states and 2 foreign countries as a military spouse, has a background in international economic development and has taught American Government, International Politics and International Business at City University of Seattle. 

Relevant links… 

To learn more about the Peace and Justice Committee of the Diocese of West Missouri, click here 

To learn more about the BeSmart Program, click here 

To learn more about Pride Fest within the Diocese of West Missouri, click here 

To learn more about policies and resolutions within the Episcopal Church click here 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment.  

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

The Right Reverend Cathleen Chittenden Bascom, D.Min., 

was ordained and consecrated as the 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas on Saturday, March 2, 2019, in Grace Cathedral, Topeka. The chief consecrator was Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. Bishop Alan Scarfe of Iowa was the preacher.

She is the first woman to serve as bishop of the diocese.

She had a faith experience that was nurtured at the Canterbury House and Trinity Episcopal Church in Lawrence, where she explored a call to ordination. After seminary she served as curate for three years at St. Gregory’s in Deerfield, Ill. She then returned to Kansas to help replant campus ministry at K-State, Washburn and Wichita State from 1993-2001, where she initiated the purchase of the St. Francis Canterbury House in Manhattan.

In 2018 she was named to a three-year term on the Episcopal Church’s Task Force on Care of Creation and Environmental Racism.

She is married to Tim Bascom, and they have two adult sons, Conrad and Luke. Bishop Cathleen likes to garden, cross country ski, travel, and enjoy the blessings of family and friends. (Bio provided courtesy of the Diocese of Kansas). 

Riley Demo 

is a first-year graduate student at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public pursuing studies in ScM Environmental Health and Engineering she is also seeking certifications in Risk Science & Public Policy, Food Systems, the Environment & Public Health, and Climate Change & Public Health. She is involved in climate writing and storytelling through the university as well! Riley is originally from the Kansas City area where her parents both serve as Episcopal priests at St. Thomas in Overland Park. While in Baltimore, Riley services at Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and has started to become more involved in their community while also focusing on Urban Agriculture outreach through a local interfaith network. Riley is also an avid runner, rock climber, and will just about anything she can get her hands on. 

Relevant links…

To learn more about internships and creation care trustees of the Diocese of Kansas Click here for more information.

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

If this is a topic that is too tender for you, we encourage you first and foremost to care for your well-being. Please skip this episode and the next one on the podcast and know that it is okay, please tune into the ones that follow. Your health and wholeness are the most important things. 

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

Sarah Lagergren is wife to Blain Lagergren and proud mother to George, 8, and Freya, 5.  She was born and raised in Kansas City, MO – daughter of Jeff and Connie Burr, and sister to Adriane (Burr) Arnold.  She attended William Jewell College and was part of the Oxbridge Honors Program, graduating initially in 2005 with her degree in History, and a minor in Chemistry.  After working for the State Department’s International Visitors Center here in KC briefly, and then as an analytical chemist at a generic pharmaceutical company, she decided to go back to William Jewell to obtain her bachelor’s degree in nursing in the accelerated program.  In 2007, she was hired as a registered nurse at a local pediatric hospital and still is employed at the same institution.  In 2013, she graduated from the University of Missouri with her master’s degree in nursing as an Acute Care Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and began to work as a pediatric cardiac advanced practice registered nurse (APRN).  In 2019, she received her doctorate in nursing practice from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.  She continues to work as an APRN within inpatient pediatric cardiology and is the manager of the APRNs within this area.  In her free time, she enjoys being with her family and friends cooking or eating great food, the outdoors, and going on travel adventures.  She wishes she had more time for quiet reflection, meditation/yoga, and physical activity. 

Relevant links… 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment.  

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

If this is a topic that is too tender for you, we encourage you first and foremost to care for your well-being. Please skip this episode and the next one on the podcast and know that it is okay, please tune into the ones that follow. Your health and wholeness are the most important thing. 

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

Fr. James Yazell  

The Rev. W. James Yazell (he/him) serves as an associate priest at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City, MO and is a Master of Sacred Theology student at the School of Theology, The University of the South, in Sewanee, TN. He holds a Master of Divinity from the same institution, earned in 2019, and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, completed in 2014. Fr. James’ academic and professional pursuits have led him into an exploration of Systematic Theology, Moral Psychology, and Christian Spirituality. For fun, he practices martial arts (Kung Fu, Jiujitsu, and Kenpo) and plays games of all sorts. He and his wife Kelsey joined the Episcopal Church together as teenagers and were married in that same parish 8 years later. 

Relevant links… 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment.  

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

The Rev. Dr. Dan Joslyn-Siemiatkoski is the Kraft Family Professor and Director of the Center for Christian-Jewish Learning at Boston College. He is a scholar of Jewish-Christian relations, comparative theology, and Anglicanism. He serves at Christ Church in Cambridge, MA and is the Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations co-officer for the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. Prior to Boston College, he taught church history at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, TX and Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley, CA. 

Relevant links… 

 
CLICK HERE for the website for the Center for Christian-Jewish Learning at Boston College. 

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 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

 
The Reverend Barbara Wegener and The Reverend Adam James join us in conversation.  

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a college, youth, and children’s minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary and a candidate for Anglican Studies at Bishop Kemper School for Ministry. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

 The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

Deacon Barbara (she/her) was born in Cocoa Beach, FL and moved with her family to Alaska and New York before settling in Kansas City when her Father retired from the Air Force. A 'cradle' Episcopalian, Barbara was confirmed at the then St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (now St. Peter's and All Saints) while living at Richards-Gebauer AFB. She graduated from Raytown High School and retired as a Human Resources Director after a career with the federal government.    

Barbara attended St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Raytown for over 35 years and was Ordained in 2022.  Barbara serves as Deacon at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in downtown Kansas City. She also serves as the Intake Officer for the Diocese of West Missouri. 

Adam James is a deacon and digital evangelist at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Kansas City, facilitating the parish's livestreaming efforts, local podcast programming, and social media management. Adam spent fifteen years serving the Kansas City Fire Department as a firefighter, emergency medical technician, and union business agent before a career-ending injury caused him to retire medically. Adam serves the veteran and first responder community in the Diocese of West Missouri and as the secretary of the Diocesan Commission on Ministry. 

Relevant links… 

To learn more about the College and Young Adult Retreat on February 24th click here

To learn more about The Episcopal Veterans Fellowship of West Missouri 

 A ministry for veterans, first responders, front-line first responders, and those who care, click here. 

To learn more about Bishop Kemper School for Ministry, click here. 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment.  

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

The Rev. David Wilcox (he/him) 

Serves as the Missioner for Youth Ministry in the Diocese of West Missouri and as Assisting Priest at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church in Kansas City. Before finding his way to the Episcopal Church in 2015 David spent time in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches. He is passionate about the Gospel, formation, history, coffee and little known (and less cared about) information. David and his husband Zach live in Belton with their energetic (and not at all spoiled) dog Ollie.

Tristan Rouse (he/him) is 22 years old and a lay member at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Lee's Summit, MO. He is a former Ministerial Servant in the Jehovah's Witnesses religion and has recently found his home in The Episcopal Church. Tristan is very passionate about theology, mysticism, tradition, and activism against religious abuse.

Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

Suggestions and Comments for the Co-hosts? Click here to submit your question or comment. 

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

We have provided links below to some of the study bibles we discuss in our conversation.

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guest:

The Very Rev. Dr. Andrew C. Keyse (he/him)

Andy is the 9th Dean of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral and began his ministry there on December 1, 2019.  Prior to coming to Kansas City, Andy served as the Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Florence, AL (2007-2019), and as the Associate Rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Hinsdale, IL (2002-2007).  Andy received his Master of Divinity degree in 2002 from the School of Theology, The University of the South, in Sewanee, TN.  He later received a Doctor of Ministry degree (Liturgy), also from the School of Theology, The University of the South, in 2018.  Andy was ordained both Deacon and Priest in the Diocese of Chicago in 2002.

Andy lives in the Parkville area with his wife, Beth. They have two children: Siras, a student at the University of Kansas, and Mary-Mullis, a Freshman at Columbia College Chicago.

Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

CEB Study Bible

Access Bible-Study Edition

New Oxford Annotated Bible

The Jewish Annotated New Testament

“The translations of the Bible authorized for use in the worship of the Episcopal Church are the King James (Authorized Version), together with the Marginal Readings authorized for use by the General Convention of 1901, the English Revision of 1881, the American Revision of 1901, the Revised Standard Version of 1952, the Jerusalem Bible of 1966, the New English Bible with the Apocrypha of 1970, the 1976 Good News Bible (Today’s English Version), the New American Bible (1970), the Revised Standard Version, an Ecumenical Edition, known as the “R.S.V. Common Bible” (1973), the New International Version (1978), the New Jerusalem Bible (1987), the Revised English Bible (1989), and the New Revised Standard Version Bible (1990).” (An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church, The Bible)

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

A note from Clare: Hey friends, I made a mistake in referring to crossing oneself at the word “Sanctify” and “at Unity, constancy, and peace.” While some priests do cross themselves at different times, in the Eucharistic Prayer me and Fr. David were talking about, Eucharistic Prayer A, there is only one optional place to cross yourself and that is at the word “sanctify us also”. I was thinking of Eucharistic Prayer B when I made that comment. In Eucharistic prayer B, you can cross yourself at the phrase, “Unite us” or “being sanctified”. To learn more, about Eucharistic Prayer B, please click here.

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

 
The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

Relevant links…

www.bcponline.org 

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts 

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and third-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old.  

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons. 

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guests: 

Relevant links… 

 www.bcponline.org  

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media.  

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions 

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise 

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:
The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce was elected Bishop Provisional of West Missouri at the 132nd Annual Convention of The Diocese of West Missouri, on November 6, 2021.

Bishop Bruce was the seventh bishop suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles from December 2009 until October 2021. She previously served for 10 years as rector of St. Clement’s by-the-Sea Church in San Clemente, California. The first woman to be elected bishop in diocesan history, she was ordained to the episcopate on May 15, 2010.

Bishop Bruce’s areas of specialization include multicultural ministries, stewardship, and congregational development.

Bishop Bruce became rector of the San Clemente parish in 2000. She was previously associate rector of the Church of the Messiah, Santa Ana, California. Prior to ordination, she served Wells Fargo Bank as vice president, compensation management, and analysis. She was employed by Wells Fargo (formerly Crocker Bank) in various capacities since 1980.

Ordained a priest in 1998 in the Diocese of Los Angeles, Bishop Bruce speaks Spanish, Mandarin, and some Cantonese as well as English. She holds a doctoral degree from Seabury-Western Seminary (awarded in May 2011) as well as a master of divinity degree from the Claremont School of Theology and a bachelor’s degree in linguistics from the University of California at Berkeley.

A native of Pequannock, New Jersey, Bishop Bruce is married to G. Stephen (Steve) Bruce, a retired computer software engineer who is a Spiritual Director, and who teaches Spiritual Direction through the Center for Spiritual Development in Orange, CA. The Bruces have two adult children — a son, Max, and a daughter, Jardine – and four grandchildren.

Relevant links…
www.bcponline.org 

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

 The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

Fr. David Wilcox (he/him)  is a graduate of Sewanee: University of the South and currently serves as the Youth Missioner for the Diocese of West Missouri. He and his husband just celebrated their first wedding anniversary this past year. 

Justin Smith (he/they) is an active young adult at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kansas City, MO, is a graduate student and is on staff at St. Thomas the Apostle in Overland Park, KS (Diocese of Kansas).

Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

Episcopal Church- LGBTQ History and work toward inclusion

“To Set our Hope on Christ”-Church Historical Document Affirming LGBTQIA+ Episcopalians 

 
All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

 Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

Campus Ministry- Diocese of West Missouri

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

Additionally, they also have a conversation about what the sermon writing process was life, what types of prayer and research processes they went through and what they felt the Spirit was moving them to say to the congregation, but especially young people as they discern who, what God is to them in their lives. 

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

 Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

Campus Ministry- Diocese of West Missouri

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

You will hear Clare, The Rev. Collin, and The Rev. Joe talk about their personal piety practices as well. Clare mentions that she has a Rule of Life, a rule of life is simply a discipline that allows you to create space for God and grow with God. You can learn more creating your own Rule of Life by looking at the relevant links below. Fr. Joe mentions that he prays the Rosary (Roman Catholic rosary) which is considered a welcome practice in the Episcopal Church. To learn more about the Rosary, look at the relevant links below. Fr. Collin mentions that he prays the Daily Office and will sometimes use the Daily Devotions for Individuals and Families (BCP, 137).

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

 
The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergraduate, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

The Rev. Joe Pierjok (he/him) is the Rector of Grace Episcopal Church, in Carthage, Missouri. Fr. Joe is a graduate of Seminary of the Southwest, an avid reader, and lover of history.

Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

Campus Ministry- Diocese of West Missouri

Living Intentionally: A Workbook for Creating a Personal Rule of Life

The Rosary

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

“According to this agreement, the Episcopal Church and Evangelical Lutheran Church in America “discovered their unity in the gospel and commitment to the mission to which God calls the church of Jesus Christ in every generation. Unity and mission are organically linked in the Body of Christ, the church. All baptized people are called to lives of faithful witness and service in the name of Jesus. Indeed, the baptized are nourished and sustained by Christ as encountered in Word and Sacrament. Our search for a fuller expression of visible unity is for the sake of living and sharing the gospel. Unity and mission are at the heart of the church’s life, reflecting thereby an obedient response to the call of our Lord Jesus Christ.” -An Agreement of Full Communion – Called to Common Mission

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Assistant Priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergrad, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests:

The Rev. Anne Meredith Kyle (she/her). Mtr. Anne is an Episcopal Priest serving two congregations in the West-Central Missouri town of Sedalia. She was ordained to the diaconate in 2015 and to the priesthood in June 2016. She has served Calvary Episcopal in Sedalia since Christmas 2015. In September 2017 Mtr. Anne answered the call to join a shared ministry between Calvary Episcopal and Christ & Trinity (ELCA) Lutheran Churches, both located in Sedalia. For Mtr. Anne, she says, “the opportunity to enter into shared ministry is a blessing to both congregations and moving us forward in new and wonderful ways.”

Relevant links…

 www.bcponline.org 

An Agreement of Full Communion – Called to Common Mission

Campus Ministry- Diocese of West Missouri

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they are really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Assistant Priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergrad, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guests: 

Tyler Crane is a junior at Missouri State University studying Elementary Education. She began attending Episcopal services in October of 2021 and was confirmed in January of 2023. Tyler sings in the choir at St. John's Episcopal Church in Springfield Missouri. Tyler is also a substitute teacher, waitress, and creates digital media for the university.

Makayla Strickland is a junior at Missouri State University studying Broadcast Journalism and Intercultural Communications. In March of 2022, Makayla started attending St. John’s Episcopal in Springfield, MO and by April became a choral scholar at St. John’s. Makayla says, that “the Episcopal Church just felt right for her.” In January of 2023, she was confirmed! In addition to choral work, she also serves as a news producer at KOLR 10 and the Sports Editor for The Standard. 

Relevant links… www.bcponline.org 

Website: All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

The first portion of the episode is an interview between Clare and Danni and the second portion is Danni offering a homily. 

 About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they’re really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Assistant Priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergrad, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

About our Guest:  Danni Valencia Montoya, a young adult member of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral. She is also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and engaged to a postulant for Holy Orders to the Priesthood.

Relevant links… www.bcponline.org 

Website:  https://campusministry.diowestmo.org/all-things-episcopal/

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Daily Office, “After the Anglican Reformation, Archbishop Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556) reduced the eight monastic offices to the two services of Morning and Evening Prayer. These services were printed in vernacular English and intended for use by all members of the church. Participation in the Daily Office is at the heart of Anglican spirituality. It is the proper form of daily public worship in the church. The officiant (person who leads) in the Daily Office may be a member of the clergy or a lay person.” (The Episcopal Church Glossary).

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they’re really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Assistant Priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergrad, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas.

Relevant links… www.bcponline.org 

Website: https://campusministry.diowestmo.org/all-things-episcopal/

 All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise

About the Hosts

Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) is a member of the laity and currently a youth and college minister at a parish in Kansas City, MO and second-year seminarian at Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary. She hopes of one day becoming an Episcopal priest. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was 9. 

The Rev. David Kendrick (he/him) serves as the Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO in the Diocese of West Missouri. He is married to Laura and they’re really proud of their son, John, their daughter-in-law, Nancy, and two young grandsons.

The Rev. Collin Larimore (he/him) serves as Assistant Priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage, Missouri in the Diocese of West Missouri. Fr. Collin has a passion for the outdoors, travel, and food. A native of the Ozarks of southern Missouri, Fr. Collin was raised in the Episcopal Church, studied religion and conservation in undergrad, and completed his seminary studies at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Texas. 

About our Guest: 

Justin Smith (he/they) is an active young adult and member at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kansas City, MO. Justin also serves as the parish administrator at St. Thomas the Apostle in Overland Park, KS

Relevant links… www.bcponline.org 

Website: https://campusministry.diowestmo.org/all-things-episcopal/

All Things…Episcopal podcast is a production of The Diocese of West Missouri in association with Resonate Media. 

Music is provided by Blue Dot sessions

Our opening theme is New Found Believers and our closing theme is After Sunrise