All things…Episcopal

In this episode… We talk about  a new segment of the All Things…Episcopal Podcast, the new Young Adult Missioner of the Diocese of West Missouri and how young adults sustain their faith in times of uncertainty. 

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. 

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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

In this episode, Fr. Ryan Williams is joined by Mtr. Katherine Mansfield and they talk about how the church tells time, something that is very important in the Episcopal church and several denominations.

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

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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

In this episode, we dive into the winding path from Episcopal summer camps to college campus ministries with guests who’ve lived the journey. From first-time campers to seasoned student leaders, they share how early nudges (or outright shoves!) into camp life planted seeds of faith, community, and identity.

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)

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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

In this episode… In this episode, we’re breaking down two churchy words that carry a lot of weight: grace and salvation. What do they really mean—and more importantly, what do they mean for your actual, everyday life? 

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. 

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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

In this episode… we have a fun, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation with the newest bishop in the Episcopal Church — The Rt. Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux, IX Bishop of Western Missouri! 

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

In this episode...We dive into the heart of Holy Week and explore the most sacred stretch of time in the Episcopal Church’s liturgical calendar: the Triduum—those powerful three days that carry us from Maundy Thursday through Good Friday to Holy Saturday.

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. 

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

In this episode… We talk about Immigration and Migration and how it is impacting folks
socially and spiritually. We hear from two young adults, one from the Diocese of W. Missouri
and one from the Diocese of Kansas. We are also joined by the Reverend Mtr. Sarah Shipman
(Diocese of Kansas) who also serves as the Director for Episcopal Migration Ministries.

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

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

In this episode... We talk about vocation and discernment and how each of us are called to take
time to reflect on what God is calling us to each become and the gifts and skills that come with
who God dreams of us becoming and how we are to share that with the Body of Christ and the
broader community.

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

In this episode... we talk about Christian themes in popular fiction, specifically Harry Potter and Chronicles of Narnia. Nerd out with us as we talk about some of our favorite books and how they can highlights elements of the Gospel!

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

In this episode… We talk about why young adults claim a Christian identity, what love and struggles they have with the Episcopal Church, what they long for in their spiritual lives, and how the scare “E” word (Evangelism) is actually a blessing and gift to them and the church. 

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. 

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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