News from us [link removed] August 6, 2024
Questions for a Stranger
Talking to strangers feels awkward for those of us who are out of practice. In truth, pandemic-time isolation atrophied many of our social muscles. Yet, research shows that we all benefit from talking to someone we really, truly don’t know. Joe Keohane, author of The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World, shares his insights ahead of his Aug. 19 event in Fayette. [link removed] Read more →

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Apply Today for Ministry Grants
Have a ministry idea that needs an extra boost? There’s a grant for that! Missouri United Methodist Churches can apply for funds to support both big and small local ministry projects. Applications are due Oct. 1. [link removed] Learn more and apply →

Worship Survey
Our churches are hungry for meaningful worship and good worship leaders. Worship should be our joy and strength, yet pastors state their highest stress comes from planning weekly worship. The [link removed] Institute for Modern Worship wants to hear from you! IMW has created a Worship Ministry Data Survey to understand and work towards meeting the worship ministry needs of the Missouri Conference. The survey results will inform how we can partner in providing new opportunities, resources, and support to our church leaders in this great work. [link removed] Take the survey →

Featured Event

Talking to Strangers with Joe Keohane
While we strive for a diverse and inclusive culture, many of us struggle to engage with those who are different from us. We've been ingrained with the notion of avoiding strangers, which has left us ill-equipped to view each other as fellow humans. Join Joe Keohane, author of [link removed] The Power of Strangers, for a relatable presentation and interactive dialogue on mastering the art of talking to strangers. [link removed] Learn more and register →

More Upcoming Events
Aug. 21 - [link removed] Church Communications Traveling Roadshow in STL
Aug. 22 - [link removed] Church Communications Traveling Roadshow in KC
Sept. 6-8 - [link removed] Divine Encounters: Spiritual Life Retreat
Sept. 14-22 - [link removed] Building a NextGen Ministry That Lasts - Various Locations
Sept. 18 - [link removed] Jump Start: Talking Faith and Politics
Oct. 7-8 - [link removed] Boundaries Training and Clergy Gathering - Registration for full-time clergy opens Aug. 1
[link removed] See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events


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