Missouri Net News [link removed] #toc1 The United Methodist Church Unveils New Guiding Vision Statement
#toc2 Four Traits that Make Small Churches Vital, Formational Communities
#toc3 Certify Your Calling
#toc4 Job Posting
[link removed] The United Methodist Church Unveils New Guiding Vision Statement
Last week the United Methodist bishops, in collaboration with other church leaders, made public a new vision statement for The United Methodist Church that has been years in the making. Ultimately, the goal is for United Methodists around the globe to unite in living out the vision to “love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously.”
Read the full press release at [link removed] [link removed] .
Read how the bishops are working to put the new vision into action at [link removed] [link removed]
[link removed] Four Traits that Make Small Churches Vital, Formational Communities
In small-membership churches, spiritual formation thrives when it is intentionally embedded in the community's life. Allen Stanton writes that while church size doesn’t determine the depth of formation, a deep sense of community and a shared story foster virtuous growth. Small churches don’t need to grow in size to fulfill their mission; they can cultivate meaningful formation within their existing structure, celebrating their unique strengths and forming individuals to live out God’s kingdom in everyday life. Read more at [link removed] [link removed].
Certify Your Calling
Sharpen your skills in church administration— [link removed] register now for the 2025 PAUMCS online certification course by June 1. Find more information at [link removed] Online Certification Institute | Professional Administrators of UM Connectional Structure.
Job Posting
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