News from us [link removed] March 19, 2024
Resurrection in Springfield
Something new is happening in Springfield, and it started when Rev. Mike Randle did a new thing during Lent: He added an intentional prayer practice and through it discerned a call to reenter ministry. The result has been both a revival of his personal ministry and the birth of a new UMC, Resurrection Church, which officially launches on Easter morning. [link removed] Read more →
Related Resources
[link removed] Learn and Lead Podcast: Fresh Expressions of Church with Rev. Dr. Michael Beck
[link removed] Jump Start Podcast: Building Community Connections with Rev. Po'ese Vatikani
[link removed] Neighboring Resources - From the Rural Missouri Connection
Thinking of starting something new? [link removed] There's a grant for that.
[link removed] Tips for Working with Neighbors - A downloadable PDF from DePaul University
rebekahsimonpeter.com/4-key-principles-for-laity-led-church-revitalization?utm_source=email&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=laity 4 Key Principles for Laity-Led Church Revitalization - Insights from Rebekah Simon-Peter
See the full resource library at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary
Resources on Clean Water Work in Mozambique
The Mozambique Initiative supports access to safe, clean water in Mozambican communities by drilling hand pump and solar-powered tower wells. We’ve created resources, so you can share with your church group how access to clean water is changing lives. Download a one-page info sheet, shareable infographics and more. [link removed] Access the resources →
Upcoming Events
April 16-17 - [link removed] Preaching Academy
May 25 - Pre-Conference Briefing
In Lay Education
April 6 - [link removed] Preaching for Lay Education in Springfield
April 6 - [link removed] Wesleyan Discipleship Class in Springfield
Thursdays, April 4 - May 9 - [link removed] BeUMC Online Class
See the full events calendars at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/events
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