News from us [link removed] November 7, 2023
Counting My United Methodist Blessings

In this month's column, Sandy Nenadal writes of rising to the challenge to rejoice always and give thanks, even in seasons of difficulty. "Since 2020, we’ve faced the impact of a global pandemic, the challenge of offering ministry in a sharply divided nation and the feelings of pain and grief caused by the disaffiliation process. We have wrestled with these issues in our families, friendships and congregations. Yet my reflections on these challenges have reinforced my gratitude to be a United Methodist." [link removed] Read more here→

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Upcoming Events


Registration Closing Soon for Jump Start: Evangelism
Could your outreach strategies use a reboot? There’s still time to join us for the final Jump Start workshop of the year on Nov. 15. Together we’ll consider evangelism and offer new questions, new thoughts and new scorecards around this ministry essential. You’ll leave with practical advice and solutions that can be immediately implemented in your context. [link removed] Learn more and register→
Other Upcoming Events
November 8 - [link removed] Five Marks of a Methodist (Webinar)
November 16 - [link removed] SBC21 Lunch and Learn (Online)
December 2 - [link removed] Ministry of All Believers (Rock Port)
December 2 - [link removed] Spiritual Gifts (Rock Port)
See the full events calendars at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/events

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Featured Resources

Safe Gatherings Application Discount Ending
Are you Safe Gatherings certified? Sadly, local churches can be a dangerous place for vulnerable people. Do your part to protect others by becoming Safe Gatherings certified and helping those you serve with to get certified, too. Until the end of the year, we’re offering half-off the application fee. [link removed] Learn more→
[link removed] New Classes on Absorb
New classes are available on [link removed] Absorb! Missouri Conference members, you can take Faith Sharing, Congregational Care and Strategic Ministry Planning for FREE, at your own pace, on our online learning platform.
[link removed] Health Engagement Resources
The University of Missouri Office of Extension offers these tools, strategies and resources to empower your community and improve lives across Missouri.
See the full resource library at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary


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