News from us [link removed] Jan. 14, 2025
United Methodist to the Core

Faced with the reality of decline and a potential merger, Maplewood UMC, located just outside of St. Louis, discovered new life by shifting their focus outside themselves. The congregation began giving 10% of their offerings to causes outside the church walls. Their collaborative and “say yes” mentality led to the part-time charge becoming a full-time appointment. [link removed] Read more about Maplewood’s comeback story →

Year-End Stats Resources
Year-end statistics entry is an administrative task that needs laity involvement. The year-end stats portal is open, and we’ve created resources to help you navigate the AC Stats portal. View this resource as well as other guidance for year-end stats entry at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/yearendstats

Upcoming Events

Spring Lay Education Classes Available
Registration is now open for spring lay education classes. Both in-person and online options are available. Learn more at the links below:
Feb. 15 - [link removed] Class Meetings Course - In-Person in Springfield
Feb. 15 - [link removed] Ministry of All Believers - In-Person in Springfield
Feb. 22 - [link removed] Christian Leadership and Casting a Visioning - In-Person in Kirksville
March 1 - [link removed] Christian Leadership and Casting a Visioning - In-Person in Columbia
Mondays in March - [link removed] UMC Polity - Online via Zoom
More Events
Jan. 15 - [link removed] Congregations in Action Info Session
Jan. 23 - [link removed] Art of Hospitality Online Training
Jan. 28 - [link removed] A UMC Conversation: The Journey with Migrant, Immigrant, and Refugee Communities Webinar
Feb. 4 - [link removed] Jump Start: Leveraging Your Gifts
Feb. 21-22 - [link removed] Converge Youth Conference
March 4 - [link removed] Jump Start: Supercharging Your Local Church Communications
[link removed] See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events

Laity Quick Links
[link removed] Conference Lay Ministry Team Listing
[link removed] Conference Lay Education Coordinator Listing
Interested in pursuing certified lay ministry? [link removed] View the process here.
[link removed] Absorb on-demand learning platform with lay education courses

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