News from us [link removed] August 18, 2021
Standing with Haiti amid quake and storm
United Methodists are working with longtime partners in Haiti to respond after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake and as a major storm approaches. This includes First UMC of Kearney and its relationships with students and families in Haiti.

The United Methodist Committee on Relief is [link removed] collecting financial donations through its International Disaster Response and Recovery Advance #982450. The relief arm, part of the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries, also is in conversation with partners on the ground about next steps.

“In the aftermath of Saturday’s earthquake, we grieve alongside the people of Haiti as the staggering loss of life and level of devastation becomes clear,” said Roland Fernandes, the top executive of Global Ministries and UMCOR.

“UMCOR stands firm in its commitment to alleviate suffering and is working with partners on how to best meet basic and immediate needs as it has done in the past.”
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New Places for New People Grants
Congregational Excellence is accepting grant applications from now until September 15 from churches that are establishing new places for new people in the five categories of small group, missional community, recovery ministry, new worship service, and new church or multi-site. The first step is to fill out a worksheet and submit it to your District Superintendent.
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Neighboring Learning Opportunities
The Neighborhood Leadership Academy connects resources at the University - Creating Whole Communities and University of Missouri Extension - with neighborhood leaders from across the state of Missouri to learn together through a virtual project-based curriculum, developing the skills and building the networks necessary to create healthy, vibrant and whole communities. Register by August 30 for fall academy session.
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Becoming an Engaged Neighbor 2021
Becoming an engaged neighbor means learning and using the names of people who live next to you, developing relationships with them, and being involved. It takes time and effort. But there are personal and community benefits. In this class, learn about those benefits and the skills needed to become and stay an engaged neighbor. [link removed] Learn more →
Monthly Neighboring Webinars
Join host MU Extension County Engagement Specialist David Burton for live Zoom presentations and question and answer sessions featuring interviews with thought leaders on neighboring and people and organizations nationwide that are leading the movement. Speakers and topics will be announced monthly. [link removed] See the dates and register →
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