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Feb 7 - #Job "What is My Job?" Webinar
Feb 17 - #Mental Health Jump Start Workshop on Mental Health
Feb 28 - #Laity Training Statewide Laity Training
Mar 1 - #Parsonage Inspection Parsonage Inspection Reports Due
Mar 2 - #Youth Leadership Apps Youth Leadership Team Applications Due
Mar 4 - #Lay Education Lay Education: Polity
Mar 10 - #Understanding Community Jump Start: Understanding Your Community
Mar 13 - #CIA and BWLD Congregations in Action & Big Worship Little Disciples Applications Due
April 30-May 2 - #Notes of Rest Notes of Rest Retreat
June 1 - #audit Audit/Fund Balance Report Due
June 5-7 - Missouri Annual Conference in St. Charles, MO



Lay Leadership Webinar "What is My Job?"
Are you currently serving in a leadership role at your church, or feeling called to step into one? Do you sometimes wonder what your responsibilities really are and how your role connects to the bigger mission of your congregation? This interactive webinar is designed just for you.
Join lay leaders from across the South Central Jurisdiction for a morning of learning, encouragement, and practical guidance. Together we will explore the purpose, expectations, and spiritual impact of key lay leadership roles in the local church. Whether you’re brand-new or a longtime leader, you’ll gain clarity, confidence, and helpful tools to strengthen your ministry.
When: Saturday, February 7, 2026
9AM-12PM
Registration is FREE.
[link removed] More Information & Register →

Youth Leadership Team Applications Now Open
The Youth Leadership Team will serve as the steering committee for the youth ministries of the Annual Conference. Through Conference-wide training, service, and mission opportunities and other spiritual retreats and events, the YLT will have opportunities for spiritual growth and discipleship. They will be encouraged to discover their gifts, equipped and empowered to use their gifts to help the Conference and the local church to be culturally relevant and committed to the ministry for the Next Generation. Do you know a young person who would be a great fit for this team? Applications are now open and will close on March 2, 2026. [link removed] Learn more and apply →

MOAC Award Nominations
Every year the Missouri Annual Conference celebrates and honors 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. Learn more at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/moac-awards.


Jump Start Workshop on Mental Health
In our first Jump Start workshop of the spring, we’re tackling the tricky topic of mental health. Join us on Feb. 17 as we consider questions around supporting those experiencing grief and trauma, caring for young people, and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the community. You’ll leave with practical advice and solutions that can be immediately implemented in your ministry context. Learn more and register at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/jump-start-mental-health-19525332


Leading and Loving Like Jesus Training - Feb. 28
Jesus said to follow him. But what does that look like in today’s challenging world? Join us on Feb. 28 for our first statewide laity training event since 2019. At host locations around the state, we'll explore two key elements of Jesus’s leadership: Curiosity and loving one another. Rev. Robert Johnson, lead pastor at Resurrection Lee’s Summit, will lead our time together. Learn more and register at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/leading-loving-like-jesus-laity-event-19277058


Parsonage Inspection Forms - Due March 1
Parsonage Inspection forms can be found in the People Portal!
Parsonage Inspection Reports are due March 1. Contact the Southeast District Office if you have any questions.

Please use the printable version of the form for information-gathering purposes only.


Lay Education Classes
Wednesdays beginning March 4 - [link removed] Polity online via Zoom


Jump Start: Understanding Your Community
Ready to grow your church’s connection with your community? Join us for our second Jump Start workshop of the spring on March 10, where we’ll explore practical strategies for partnering with and supporting the people and organizations around your church. You’ll leave with actionable skills and ideas that can be immediately implemented in your ministry context. Registration closes on March 4. Learn more and register at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/jumpstart-understanding-your-community-19551164


Congregations in Action & Big Worship Little Disciples
Churches across the Missouri Conference are invited to apply for two new programs supported by Lilly Foundation funding. Big Worship Little Disciples helps congregations create worship experiences where children and families are fully included, and Congregations in Action supports churches as they take meaningful steps beyond their walls to serve their communities. Applications for both programs are due March 13.
[link removed] You can learn more and apply for Big Worship Little Disciples here
[link removed] You can learn more and apply for Congregations in Action here


Spring Retreat in St. Louis - April 30-May 2
Hosted by Julian Davis Reid, Notes of Rest is a Spirit-led ministry that invites the weary to practice God’s gifts of rest played in the Bible and Black music. Julian will bring a Notes of Rest retreat experience to St. Louis on April 30 – May 2. During this contemplative, music-infused time apart, participants will explore rest, reflection and renewal through Scripture and song. View the full retreat flow and schedule and get registered at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/notes-of-rest-retreat-19269676


2025 Retiree Tax Information
Retirees receiving funds from Wespath retirement plans are allowed to treat some of the income as “housing.” This means the income will not be taxable under the Internal Revenue Code. For this to happen, the Annual Conference must adopt a resolution allowing retirees to make the designation. We do this each year in session.
For 2025's tax year, the Retiree Housing Resolution is found on [link removed] page 161 of the 2025 Journal. Simply provide the resolution to your tax preparer or, if preparing yourself, retain a copy for your records. Wespath can also be helpful in understanding the tax implications of your pension. Contact them at 1-800-851-2201.
View the Resolution: [link removed] 2025-2026+retiree+housing+resolution.pdf

Stay Connected
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 annual stay connected letter to see the many ways you can connect and follow the Missouri Conference: [link removed] [link removed]


Fund Balance Report (Audit) - Due June 1
Fund Balance Reports are found in the People Portal!
You can find the form under the Church Dashboard. The audit is due June 1.


Soul Space - Tuesdays at 8:30AM
Take time to recenter with us on Tuesday mornings. Beginning on Feb. 3, join us virtually for Soul Space, 15-20 minutes of guided reflection and prayer. Designed with both clergy and laity, Soul Space provides space to reflect on the presence of God with a spiritual director. You can join from wherever you’re at, whether it’s the comfort of your home or your cubicle. Get the Zoom info at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/soul-space-2026-19546651


FREE Video Resources Available
The Southeast District Office has free [link removed] Amplify Media accounts available for Pastors and Church Leaders in our district.
Amplify is a video streaming service that offers a collection of thousands of videos and programming suitable for small group Bible studies, children's ministries, sermons, and more.
Free accounts are limited. Please email Allie at [email protected] to request the access code

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Curriculum Discounts Available
Missouri Conference NextGen Ministries is excited to offer discounts on curriculum produced by top kids and youth ministry providers. New this year: We've added discounts on Illustrated Ministry curriculum!
This resource is available for any ministry leader working with kids and youth. We hope that providing these discounts will create a little space in ministry budgets and that leaders can use those dollars to do the project or program they’ve been dreaming about. Interested clergy, laity and NextGen leaders should fill out [link removed] the curriculum discount request form to indicate which provider’s materials they’re interested in. Then, NextGen Ministries will send you the steps for redeeming your discount as well as your promo code. [link removed] See the providers and get your discount →

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