News from us [link removed] May 9, 2023
A Storied Witness
Nineteenth-century Black women preachers are typically absent from systematic theology classes and texts, and they are rarely cited in sermons. This deficiency troubled Rev. Kate Hanch, and it inspired her to write a 200-page book. "They inspire me, convict me, and encourage me when I despair," she stated in the book's preface. "They present theologies that are deeply biblical and emphasize social justice, resisting the 21st-century binaries that we cannot seem to shake. More white people like me need to hear their stories, take their words seriously, and be amazed by their visions." [link removed] Read more here [link removed] →
Upcoming Events
Colorado Soul Connections Retreat
Make plans to pause and get away this summer. Join us July 31 through August 4 at Glen Eyrie Castle and Conference Center near Colorado Springs for a time of rest, renewal and play with the Rocky Mountains as the backdrop. Using enchantment as our guiding theme, together we’ll sit in awe of God’s creation and explore where spirituality and play intersect. [link removed] Learn more the dates and register here→
Other Upcoming Events
May 17 - [link removed] Live from Wespath: A Virtual Clergy Event
May 25 - [link removed] MOAC23 Pre-Conference Briefing
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Featured Resource
Safe Gatherings
Clergy, a Safe Gatherings certification is part of your complete file, and while you may already be certified, now is the time to check in on your leaders and volunteers. Until the end of the year, we’re offering a discounted application fee to Missouri Conference members. [link removed] Learn more→
[link removed] Usage Rights: Copyright Concerns for the Digital Church
In this hour-long webinar, Lawyer Daan Erikson from Husch Blackwell LLP shares practical information related to copyright and trademark concerns, specifically when it comes to online worship.
[link removed] 10 Questions to Lead Your Church Social Media Strategy
No matter how you feel personally about social media, its importance in outreach and engagement can’t be ignored. Being present on these platforms can yield real-life results. As you craft your social media strategy, consider these questions.
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