News & Upcoming Events

We hope you join us for the following events happening at the Cathedral.

For details about specific ministries, use the links below.


Practicing Christian Spirituality Presentation
Saturday, May 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at St. Mary Magdalene
The Rev. Dr. Julia Gatta, professor of Pastoral Theology at the School of Theology of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, will be giving a presentation on her book Life in Christ: Practicing Christian Spirituality at St. Mary Magdalene in Belton, followed by a Q&A session. Lunch will be provided. Free but RSVP requested.


Baby Shower for Baby Stern-Burbano
Sunday, June 1, 12:30 p.m., Common Room
You are joyfully invited to celebrate Clare & Andres Stern-Burbano’s tiny bundle of joy on the way at a baby shower. Join us for laughter, games, and cherished moments as we support them in their new journey into motherhood. Your presence will sprinkle extra magic on the day! They are registered at Target and Amazon. RSVP Here



Parish Picnic, June 8 at 11:45 a.m.
The Cathedral will provide the main course.
Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
We’ll also have lawn games and activities for all ages. Dress casually and enjoy this time of fun and fellowship!
This is a great Sunday to invite a friend or neighbor to worship with you.

Sign up to help setup, grill or clean up.


Wear Orange Sunday, June 8

On Sunday, June 8, Episcopal churches across The Diocese of West Missouri are invited to participate in “Wear Orange Day” in honor of victims and survivors of gun violence across our country. The week leading up to Wear Orange Sunday, we will be planning an action item each day in support of gun violence prevention. Please help spread awareness and show solidarity to those who have been affected by gun violence. Learn more


KC Pride: June 6-8

Pride Parade The Diocese of West Missouri will be walking in the Pride Parade in Kansas City on Saturday, June 7 and on Saturday, June 14 in Springfield. You can learn more by heading to the LGBTQ+ page on our website or contacting Raja Reed, chair of the LGBTQ+ committee, for more details and how you can participate.
Bracelet Contest   The Diocese of West Missouri and Kansas will be hosting a “Bracelet Challenge” for all parishes and faith communities. During Pride, both dioceses will be distributing bead bracelets during the parades. Parishes and communities with the most bracelets will be awarded prizes! Contact Raja Reed, Chair of the LGBTQ+ Committee, for more details. Download Flyer
Visit pride.church for more details.

New Church Texting Service:
Text us at (816) 310-1888
Text LOOP to stay in the loop about Cathedral updates (weather closures, reminders).
Text GUEST if you are new with us & want to know more.
Text PRAYER to submit prayer requests.
You’ll then receive a return text with a link to a form requesting your name and email. Once you’ve completed the form for the first time, the system will recognize you when you text again. Note: this number is for texts only, not voice calls.


The Daily Office: Morning Prayer
Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral is now offering Morning Prayer at 9 a.m. Monday through Thursday in-person and livestreamed on Facebook.
If you would like more information about our Morning Prayer service or guidance on how to say the Office yourself, please speak with Fr. James.