July 7, 2021

Becky's Vacation Schedule

I will be on vacation July 12-16. If you need to reach Linda during that time, please call her cell at 314-583-7251 or Email Her directly. I will be back in the office on Monday, July 19 and will return all messages at that time.

Charge Conference Forms Available for Download

Most of the charge conference forms are now available for download on the Forms page of the district website. Please Note - the 2022 Pastoral Support Form and 2022 Lay Supply Support Form are not yet available.

We are still working on the schedule. More information on that and the paperwork deadline will be sent out as soon as it's ready.

Reminder - All Forms must be completed, signed and sent to the district office by your deadline. We will not accept any forms that do not have the necessary signatures.

MUMF's "Every Financial Decision is a Spiritual Decision" - July 15

On Thursday, July 15^th at 1pm, the Missouri United Methodist Foundation will be offering a webinar called, Every Financial Decision is a Spiritual Decision, with nationally known speaker, Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey.  Using what Sue calls “breakthrough prayer initiatives in congregations,” this webinar will offer insight to pastors and laity about how prayer can change our approach to finances.

New Places For New People Grants - Application Deadline Sept. 15

Congregational Excellence is accepting grant applications from now until September 15 from churches that are establishing new places for new people. The first step is to fill out a worksheet and submit it to your District Superintendent.

2021 Leadership Institute

You're invited to the Leadership Institute 2021 for inspiration, practical ministry tools and proven strategies to strengthen your church and your own leadership. 

Whether online or in-person, all participants will have the same schedule. Nationally renowned speakers will bring their unique insights to some of today's most significant issues for the church, and you’ll come away encouraged and empowered to lead your church forward.

Save The Date: Manchester's "Walk Justly" Conference - Oct. 22-24

Building on our rich Wesleyan heritage of social holiness, Manchester UMC will host Methodists from across the connection in a two-day conference dedicated to the topic of “Just Missions.” The Walk Justly Conference is a NEW annual gathering of Methodist pastors, ministry leaders, and congregants who are dedicated to creating change in their local communities.  

Conference Experience includes:

• Conference and District led networking lunches

• Workshops for pastors and laity

• Daily Worship

• Interactive Worship Arts and Prayer Opportunities

• Keynote Panel on conditions of poverty that highlight similarities and differences between urban, suburban, and rural Poverty

 
Workshops include (but are not limited to):

• Ministry Highlights (Rural, Urban, Suburban),

• Introduction to Race and Poverty,

• Preaching to a Diverse Context,

• Faith and Social Engagement,

• Starting a Social Justice Ministry,

• Upgrading Your Little Food Pantry

Registration begins August 1st.

PML Introduction Course

Part-Time Ministerial Leaders, or PML, is an educational multi-tool that is designed to be both a program (like a degree) and individual courses (freestanding course opportunities). Its dual purpose fulfills four educational needs in our Conference. If you’re a lay person seeking to learn more about the Methodist tradition or are pursuing Certified Lay Minister status, PML has options for you.