Southwest District News [link removed] DS Mary Rodgers will be on vacation from July 4th until July 26th. Please direct any questions or concerns to Teresa Davis at [email protected]. We have another DS on standby, but please go through the SW District office if you need anything.
2025 Charge Conferences
Here are the answers to the question everyone has been asking...
The paperwork for the 2025 Charge Conferences should be ready to go on August 1st with the exception of the PSF packet. It will be sent separately.
The Southwest District Zoom Charge Conferences will be held on Sunday, October 12th, and the In-Person Charge Conference will be held on Sunday, October 26th. There will be more information as we move closer to the date.

SW District Baseball Game is Free for ALL!
We are once again hosting our SW District friends and family baseball game again this year on Friday, August 15th at 6:35 PM at the Springfield Cardinals game at Hammons Field. Everyone is welcome to join us and the tickets are free just like last year! We just need a count of how many from your church, and someone to get the tickets from our table at the gate. Please register [link removed] here or with the link above by August 4th. We can't wait to see you there! Questions? Email Teresa at [email protected].

NextGen Curriculum Discounts
Get Discounts on NextGen Curriculum
Missouri Conference NextGen Ministries is offering a reduced rate on curriculum produced by top kids and youth ministry providers. This resource is available for any ministry leader working with kids and youth. Currently the discount covers Cokesbury, Grow, Illustrated Ministry and Sparkhouse Digital curriculums. Read more about each of these providers and request your discount at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/curriculum-discounts

Local Church HR Lunch and Learn Series
HR Basics for Local Churches – Thursdays in August
Pastors, staff and volunteer leaders are invited to join us for a practical webinar series designed to help local churches navigate the basics of human resources. These webinars will offer guidance on the HR basics and address frequently asked questions. Grab your lunch and log-in at noon every Thursday in August. See the topics covered and register at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/church-hr-lunch-and-learn-18792919

Upcoming Important Dates to Remember
August 1 - Charge Conference Paperwork available (except for PSF. They will be done separately this year)
August 15 - SW District ALL INVITED Springfield Cardinals Baseball Night
October 12 - Zoom Charge Conferences
October 26 - In Person Charge Conferences

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One of our churches is reaching out to see if any of our churches might have some of the thin green hymnals called Word and Song to donate (even if it's just a few). If you have any you aren't using, please contact Tracey Wolff at mailto:[email protected] [email protected]
Stay Connected
Stay Connected with the Missouri Conference
As Annual Conference draws near, we want to make sure you stay informed of the exciting opportunities the Missouri Annual Conference is offering. View our stay connected letter to see the many ways you can connect and follow the Missouri Conference: [link removed] [link removed]
[link removed] See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events
Lay Education Classes
Wednesdays beginning Sept. 10 - [link removed] Emotionally Healthy Spirituality online via Zoom
Mondays beginning Nov. 3 - [link removed] UMC Polity online via Zoom
Save the date for these lay education classes coming in the fall:
Mondays beginning Sept. 8 - BeUMC online via Zoom
Laity Quick Links
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[link removed] Conference Lay Education Coordinator Listing

Interested in pursuing certified lay ministry? [link removed] View the process here.

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