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. Read more →

Related Resources

• Learn and Lead Podcast: Fresh Expressions of Church with Rev. Dr. Michael Beck
• Jump Start Podcast: Building Community Connections with Rev. Po'ese Vatikani
• Neighboring Resources - From the Rural Missouri Connection
• Thinking of starting something new? There's a grant for that.
• Tips for Working with Neighbors - A downloadable PDF from DePaul University
• 4 Key Principles for Laity-Led Church Revitalization - Insights from Rebekah Simon-Peter

See the full resource library at 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. Access the resources →

Upcoming Events

• April 16-17 - Preaching Academy
• May 25 - Pre-Conference Briefing

In Lay Education

• April 6 - Preaching for Lay Education in Springfield
• April 6 - Wesleyan Discipleship Class in Springfield
• Thursdays, April 4 - May 9 - BeUMC Online Class

See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events

Laity Quick Links

• Conference Lay Ministry Team Listing
• Conference Lay Education Coordinator Listing
• Interested in pursuing certified lay ministry? View the process here.
• Absorb on-demand learning platform with lay education courses

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