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Super Bowl Challenge
Congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs on their Super Bowl victory over the 49ers!
The big game might be over, but we can still fight against hunger with our Sacking Hunger Challenge! Weight submissions are due by the end of the day Thursday, February 15.

Wesley (Sikeston) and their Sacking Hunger Challenge Donations. If you have photos to share, send them to [email protected] by Monday, February 19!
You can find more information and the submission form in the blue link below.
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Empowered to Thrive with Rebekah Simon-Peter
Register by February 16
Join Rebekah Simon-Peter, your coach and guide, for a three-part virtual workshop on transforming your ministry into one that thrives. You’ll learn how to identify and harness the gifts and talents already in your congregation to become a hopeful post-pandemic church. This experience has been specially crafted for small- and medium-sized churches. Register by Feb. 16 at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/empowered-to-thrive-rebekah-simon-peter-18185316


Chili and Stew Dinner
Zion UMC in Old Appleton is hosting a Chili and Stew Dinner.
151 Zion Church Rd, Oak Ridge, MO 63769
Saturday, February 17
12-3pm
$10/person


Southeast District Grants
Deadline March 1st
The Southeast District is offering ministry grants to any United Methodist church or affiliated organization in the district boundaries.
• Priority will be given to organizations that have not previously received a grant.
• Priority will be given to Conference initiatives listed below.
New Places for New People (NPNP) -New or growing Alpha programs.
Next Generation Ministries - (birth-college age) New program that multiplies Next Gen Ministries in the local church.
Raise up Missional Leaders – training or an experience to recruit, train or disciple missional leaders engaged in the congregation.
Details can be found in the Grant Application here:
• Spring Grants are due by March 1st. All applicants will be notified by April 1st.
• Fall Grants are due by August 1st. All applicants will be notified by September 1st.
[link removed] More info and Apply Here →

Free Event Addressing Homeless Outreach
First UMC of Festus/Crystal City is hosting a free event featuring speaker Rev. Dr. Kristen Leslie. This event is open to all who have a desire to help the unhoused, but don't know where to start. Dr. Leslie will share from her vast experience as a pastor, professor at Eden Theological Seminary, advocate and participant in the Homeless Outreach in St. Louis.
First UMC of Festus/Crystal City
113 Grand Ave, Festus, MO 63028
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 - 7pm
Contact [email protected] with any questions.


Sedgewickville UMC Sausage & Pancake Supper
Sedgewickville United Methodist Church
Saturday March 2, 2024 3:00-6:30 pm
Off Hwy 72 on K at corner of EE
All you can eat -­ Freewill donation
For more information call Keith Shrum: 573-768-0393


New Salem UMC Sausage Supper
New Salem United Methodist Church
650 State Hwy. AA
Daisy, MO

Grilled sausage supper with sauerkraut, buttered potatoes, green beans, bread, applesauce and dessert.
Sunday, March 3rd - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
DRIVE-THRU ONLY
$13.00 for Ages 12 & UP
$7.00 for Ages 6 - 11
Kids 5 - UNDER — FREE
For questions: call 573-837-3604


Apply Today for Spring Grants
Have a ministry idea that needs an extra boost? There’s a grant for that! Funds are available through the Missouri Conference and its related entities for your new or existing ministry idea. Missouri United Methodist Churches can apply for funds through several grant programs supporting local ministry projects. We encourage you to apply for multiple grant opportunities. Each program has a different focus and requires a different application. Learn more about each at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/newsdetail/2024-spring-grant-applications-now-open-18233324


Mental Health Training with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Join us on March 16 for a mental health training designed for NextGen leaders and volunteers. Together we’ll learn to navigate the mental health challenges Gen Z is facing and discover practical strategies for providing support. You’ll leave feeling equipped to face the mental health challenges you encounter in your ministry. Use the code MENTALHEALTH to save $5 on your registration fee.
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NEW ABSORB COURSES AVAILABLE
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.
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Online Polity Course - Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m.
Feb. 28 - March 20
Have you ever wondered how this movement of Methodism started, how and why we do what we do and how we do it, at the local, district and Conference level? This class unpacks the history of Methodism, along with why we believe what we believe, and the “how’s and why’s” of why we are organized the way we are. This is a great class for all laity to understand who the people called Methodists really are. The four-week online class will be taught by Rev. Steve Jones (Camdenton UMC). Learn more and register by Feb. 18 at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/polity-online-24-18180257


Choir Robes Available
New Hope UMC (Arnold) has blue choir robes available. For more information contact the church office at (636) 464-5600.


Part-Time Job Opening
St. Andrew's UMC (DeSoto) is seeking a part-time ministry assistant. For position requirements, a list of duties, and contact information, visit the link below.
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DJ Cupcake Puppet for VBS
New Hope UMC in Arnold is looking to purchase a "DJ Cupcake" Puppet for their upcoming Food Truck Party VBS this summer. If you have one you're willing to sell, please contact Michelle at [email protected].


Tax Resources for Clergy
Links
[link removed] Five Quick Tips for Clergy Taxes
[link removed] IRS Tax Information - Members of Clergy



Parsonage Inspection Form - Due March 1
Parsonage inspection forms are due March 1. All churches that own a parsonage are required to complete this form, even if your pastor does not live in it.
Use the Parsonage Inspection - Pastor form if the pastor lives in the parsonage
Use the Parsonage Inspection - Renters form if the church rents the parsonage
A blank copy of either form can be found on the [link removed] Forms page of the district website. Forms must be completed and have the appropriate signatures before submitting. We will not accept incomplete forms and/or unsigned forms.



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