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

Upcoming Events

Preaching Academy – April 16-17 

Pastors, offering the Word in our discouraging, divided times is challenging. This year’s Missouri Preaching Academy is focused on life-giving preaching – not just for the congregation, but for you, too. You’ll meet in peer learning groups, workshop ideas and return home with starters for your next sermon series. Learn more and register →

More Events

• April 10 - Live from Wespath Virtual Event
• April 16-17 - Preaching Academy
• May 25 - Pre-Conference Briefing

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

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