July 27, 2021
Building Community Wealth
with Social Capital
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The holidays aren’t yet on the horizon, but let’s talk a minute about the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge: If we only consider his finances, he was successful, right? He ran a strong business, made lots of money and employed lots of people. But we know there was more to the story.
His employees were struggling, and his community needed help. He was isolated, unhappy and had lost relationships because of his obsession with money. The ghosts of Christmas showed him success and well-being is defined by more than money.
In community work, we encourage a broader evaluation of resources, too. We encourage communities to think about wealth using eight “community capitals,” defined as resources in a place that may not have financial value but contribute to the social and economic well-being of residents.
Sarah Hultine Massengale, Community Engagement Specialist in Community Economic Development, University of Missouri Extension in Dent County, shares the why behind social capital.
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Upcoming Events
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Developing Digital Faith Communities Workshop
Over the past 18-months, your church likely developed an online worship service and digital presence. But livestreaming worship alone isn’t enough to make disciples online. Join Rev. Cathy Townley, your digital worship coach, for a two-part workshop on taking the next step to develop your online faith community.
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Other Upcoming Events
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Featured Resource
Free Sermon Planning Materials
With fall around the corner, we wanted to share these free sermon planning tools from the Conference resource library:
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Copyright Guidance for Local Churches
Have you ever thought twice before ripping a video from YouTube or saving photos from Google Images to show in worship on Sunday? You might be surprised to know that those actions violate copyright law and could cost you thousands. Find out why during an hour-long webinar with Lawyer Daan Erikson from Husch Blackwell LLP. Daan shares practical information related to copyright and trademark concerns, specifically when it comes to online worship.
Advent Worship Series Materials
Free materials for Advent 2021 are now available for download from the UMC Discipleship Ministries website.
FAQs About COVID-19 Vaccines and The Local Church
The Missouri Conference Office of Financial and Administrative Ministries developed a document to answer frequently asked questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and local church policies, including guidance for churches with preschools.
