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New Phone System at District Office
The Southeast District office has updated our phone systems.
Our Office Phone Numbers Are:
(573) 334-8723
(573) 332-8722
Starting Monday November 25, our new fax numbers are:
Bev Fax: (573) 279-0430
Allie Fax: (573) 207-4236
If your attempt to reach us through phone is unsuccessful, please send an email to [email protected] or [email protected] and we will contact you as soon as possible.
Please retain this information for future use.


Upcoming Office Closure Dates
Wednesday, November 27 & Thursday, November 28
Closed in observance of Thanksgiving
The office will reopen Monday, December 2.


Charge Conference Information
It’s that time of year again! Charge Conference reporting for 2024 has a twist! This year all forms are digital ( [link removed] click here for forms). This means they will need to be completed online. Be sure to download the Checklist to help guide in this process. All reports are due December 1 including the Pastoral Support Forms (Addendums-Full time only).
Charge Conference will be held January 12, 2025 at 3PM - Location Information To Be Announced.
Feel free to contact the District Office with any questions.



Fish Fry at Maple (Cape)
Fish Fry and Maple Shoppe
November 22, 4-7 p.m.
Includes drink and dessert.
Last week, we published in error that the Fish Fry is all-you-can-eat.

Cost:
Adults - $12.00
Children - 12 and under free.

Address:
Maple UMC
2441 Jean Ann Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO. 63701
Phone: 573-335-6890


Giving Tuesday: Textbooks for Mozambican Students
Support Mozambican Students This Giving Tuesday
Staff and students at Gileteni Methodist School in Inhambane, Mozambique, are in desperate need of textbooks for the 1,450 students at their school. Most of their textbooks are over 15 years old. The school dreams of providing books in English, French and Portuguese for their students ages 12-18. Giving Tuesday funds will help equip the school library with maps, textbooks, dictionaries and more. Every gift brings us one step closer to filling these classrooms with current, comprehensive textbooks. Learn more and donate at [link removed] www.mzinitiative.com/donations/textbooks-methodist-schools/


UMC of St. Clair Hiring for Office Administrator
Part-Time office administrator for the United Methodist Church of St. Clair.

3 days a week, 10 paid vacation days. Salaried position
The candidate must be diplomatic with people and have office and bookkeeping skills.

Send applications to mailto:[email protected] [email protected]


Jump Start Tackles Faith and Politics
Just because Election Day has passed doesn’t mean political discussions are done. Jump Start kicked off its fall workshop series with talking faith and politics. Four speakers offered guidance and practical tips for engaging with your community on tricky topics. [link removed] Read more →


Applications Open for 2025 Small Church Cohort
This cohort equips churches with tools and support to move beyond reacting to current challenges. By developing intentional ministry plans, churches can actively shape the future God is calling them toward instead of merely responding to the pain of the present. This 12-month experience includes large-group learning gatherings, church coaching and accountability. [link removed] Learn more and apply at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/smaller-church-cohort.


Reaching More People this Christmas: Seven Tips
Is your church ready to roll out the holiday welcome mat? Ann Michel offers seven suggestions for helping people meet Christ anew this Christmas. Equip your congregation so that visitors are warmly welcomed online and in person this holiday season. Read tips in this week’s Leading Ideas at [link removed] [link removed].


Books and Studies for Advent
United Methodist Publishing House and Upper Room Books have new resources available to help you make the most of out of Advent. The resources cover a variety of topics and themes for individual or small group study or in classrooms. Most are available in both paperback and ebook form. Find them at [link removed] [link removed].


Host an Intern in Summer 2025
Applications are open for summer local church internships. Interns get hands-on ministry experience and discover how their gifts and talents can be leveraged in the Church. Host churches provide this formational opportunity for young UMC leaders while receiving support and funds from the Annual Conference. Now is the time to get internship funds in your 2025 church budget. Learn more at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/internships


Lead a Group on the New BeADisciple App for Free
The BeADisciple Study App allows small Christian study groups to meet no matter their distance. Featuring both short- and long-term studies from popular United Methodist authors, all study materials are presented in both text and audio format, making it easy to participate on-the-go. Use promo code NEWLEADER2024 to lead a small group of any of app’s studies for free before December 31. Visit [link removed] BeADiscipleApp.com to learn more.


Order FREE Brochures from MUMF
Missouri UM churches and related ministries may order the following materials in any quantity at no cost. That’s right…FREE!
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Southeast District of the Missouri Annual Conference
6 North Clark St., Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701
(573) 334-8723
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