Southwest District News [link removed] Southwest District in The Missouri Methodists Magazine

The excellent work of Southwest District churches and pastors was featured prominently in the March issue of The Missouri Methodists magazine! Use the links below to see how God is at work in our district:
[link removed] Resurrection in Springfield - Cover story about the new church start launching on Easter.
[link removed] Getting a Boost - Story on Historically Black Church boost grants, featuring our own Pitts Chapel.
[link removed] Empowering Faith: How Small Churches Make Big Impacts Through God’s Grace - Testimony from Southwest District Lay Leader Kent Keister.
Southwest District Address Reminder
Late last year, the Southwest District's mailing address changed. Please update your records to include our new mailing address, PO Box 529, Brookline, Missouri 65619. Give special attention to the zip code you have on file.



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.
Please submit your forms to Christa Edwards at mailto:[email protected]?subject=Southwest%20District%20Parsonage%20Form [email protected].

Learn More About Saint Paul COS
Saint Paul Course of Study is now providing students with a more seminary-inclusive experience. The school has continued its course offerings in both asynchronous and synchronous online formats. New to Saint Paul COS of students should fill out a [link removed] COS Admissions Form. Returning students can register online or via the registration form. There is more information located on the Saint Paul website, [link removed] www.spst.edu/cos.


Upcoming Events

Lay Education Classes in Springfield
April 6 - [link removed] Preaching for Lay Education in Springfield
April 6 - [link removed] Wesleyan Discipleship Class in Springfield


Property Matters 101 Webinar – 10 a.m. on March 13
Rev. Nate Berneking, conference director of financial and administrative ministries, offers best practices for leaders interested in doing a new thing with their church’s property – be it a parsonage, extra space in the church or buying something new. Hear case studies from Missouri churches and get your questions answered in this live webinar. [link removed] Register to attend live or receive the recording →


Jump Start Workshop on Community Partnerships
Ready get outside the church walls and into the community? Join us for the final Jump Start workshop of the spring on March 19. Together we’ll discuss building community partnerships and new ideas for connecting with your community. You’ll leave with practical advice and solutions that can be immediately implemented in your context. [link removed] Register by March 12 →


NextGen Mental Health Training
It’s difficult to help youth struggling with their mental health when you feel like you don’t have the right words or tools. Join us for Hope for Tomorrow: Facing Gen Z’s Mental Health Crisis. Dr. Chinwé Williams — a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience coaching ministry leaders — will be our guide as we learn to navigate the mental health challenges Gen Z is facing and learn practical strategies for providing support. NextGen ministry volunteers are encouraged to attend. [link removed] Learn more and register →

Southwest District Quick Links
[link removed] District Website
[link removed] District Lay Leadership
[link removed] Absorb Learning Platform
Who To Contact
District Superintendent: Rev. Mary Rodgers-Weaver, mailto:[email protected] [email protected]
Temporary Administrative Support: Christa Edwards, mailto:[email protected] [email protected]
dCOM Questions: Jenny Gragg, mailto:[email protected] [email protected]
Prayer Requests and Newsletter: Lauren Miers, mailto:[email protected] [email protected]


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Southwest District of the Missouri Annual Conference
Mailing Address: PO Box 529, Brookline, MO, 65619
(417) 623-2382
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