News from us [link removed] Feb. 3, 2026
Winning: On Being a Fan

Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner, and sports fans know the elation and heartbreak loving a team brings. In this story, Missouri Conference leaders reflect on college rivalries, lifelong team loyalty and the ways sports shape family traditions and community life. [link removed] Read more →

MOAC Awards Submission Deadline - Feb. 13
Every year we celebrate and honor the ministry of churches and United Methodists across the state through the MOAC Awards. You’re invited to nominate an individual or church for their work in mission, discipleship, evangelism, or inclusiveness, justice and worth. Deadline is Feb. 13. Learn more at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/moac-awards

Immigration Ministry Resources
Over the past several months, increased visibility and enforcement actions related to immigration policy have continued to shape the national conversation and the lived experience of many communities. While these developments did not come as a surprise, their ongoing pace and public nature have generated sustained anxiety across Missouri. We have compiled resources and legal guidance for Missouri United Methodist churches. [link removed] Read more →

Featured Resource

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 April 1. [link removed] Learn more →

Featured Event

Virtual Discernment Conversation - Feb. 10
What does your next faithful step look like? On Feb. 10, and every second Tuesday in 2026, we’re hosting a virtual discernment conversation centered around two reflection prompts. The session will last about 60 minutes, and you’ll be invited to ask or answer clarifying questions to help one another reflect more deeply on where God might be leading. There’s no pressure to speak — you are welcome to simply listen and observe. [link removed] Learn more →
Lay Education Classes
Wednesdays beginning March 4 - [link removed] Polity online via Zoom
More Upcoming Events
Tuesdays Beginning Feb. 3 - [link removed] Soul Space
Feb. 7 - [link removed] Lay Leadership Webinar "What is My Job"
Feb. 10 (and every second Tuesday in 2026) - [link removed] Lay-Only Virtual Discernment Conversations
Feb. 17 - [link removed] Jump Start: Unpacking Mental Health
Feb. 21 - [link removed] Serve Joyfully Webinar on Missiology
March 5 - [link removed] AI in the Church Online Training
March 10 - [link removed] Jump Start: Understanding Your Community
March 21 - [link removed] Lead Courageously Webinar on Ecclesiology
April 30 - May 2 - [link removed] Notes of Rest Retreat
[link removed] See the full events calendar at www.moumethodist.org/events

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[link removed] Conference Lay Education Coordinator Listing
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