Established in 1890, the Annual Diocesan Convention is the annual business meeting of The Diocese of West Missouri and acts as the primary legislative body of the diocese. It’s a time when clergy and laypeople from all over the diocese come together to vote on an annual budget — called the ‘Plan for Ministry’, to elect officers, and to hear reports of work from diocesan programs. But more importantly, we join together, worship together, learn together, and discern together — reflecting on becoming a better people of God. Attending Diocesan Convention is a great opportunity to see some of the inner workings of the Episcopal Church and meet other youth and adults from around the diocese. There are lots of ways for youth to be involved. There is no cost to attend, but you need to register in advance. The 2024 Diocesan Convention will be held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City on November 8-9. The Youth Presence will include participating in the Convention Eucharist, an overnight lock-in at the Cathedral, a Q&A session with our Bishop Provisional, and more. This year’s convention will culminate in the election of our IX Bishop. The event begins Friday, November 8th at 7pm and ends on Saturday, November 9th at 3pm.

Please provide your health insurance information and up-to-date emergency contact.

Please provide ORIGINAL prescription bottle with dosage information or smaller “school bottle” provided by pharmacist. All medications must be checked-in with the event nurse, including over-the-counter medications. If you are sending over-the-counter medications, those should be in their original packaging. We will have general medications available

Parent/Guardian Statement And Consent for treatment: I agree that I will not allow my child to attend Diocese of West Missouri youth events if they become exposed to any contagious disease or, if for any reason, I do not consider them in good physical condition at the time of the event. In the case of accident or illness, I give permission for emergency treatment to be provided by the physician and/or health care facility determined by the persons responsible for the safety and welfare of the participants at the Diocese of West Missouri youth event.

Please list the name, dosage, and times of any medications you’re sending on the trip.

The WEMO Youth Community Covenant is based on Romans 12:10, with an emphasis on respect. We take it very seriously as it is our standard for behavior and our guide to handling any situations that might arise.

“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”-Romans 12:10

Participating in Youth Ministry events and activities is a privilege. Participants and adult volunteers are encouraged to enter fully and cooperatively into community life. Standards 1-7 are ideals toward which we strive. Standards 8-12 are non-negotiable and will be enforced on a zero-tolerance basis; if these standards are violated, the violator will be sent home at the expense of the parent/guardian.

1. Respect the other participants and their property

2. Respect whoever is speaking.

3. Respect the adult leaders.

4. Respect the event staff.

5. Respect the people encountered at the event.

6. Respect myself.

7. Agree to remain with the group during activities

8. I agree not to commit acts of theft or violence.

9. I agree not to be involved in bullying

10. I agree not to use or possess any tobacco, alcohol, marijuana or illegal substances.

11. I agree not to bring or use fireworks, firearms, or any other kind of weapons.

12. I accept that sexual behavior is not tolerated, this includes public displays of affection (i.e. holding hands, excessive hugging, kissing, sitting on laps, etc.)