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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Upcoming Events
Leading in Uncharted Territory with Tod Bolsinger
Today’s ministry landscape feels like uncharted territory: The interruption of COVID-19 and our changing culture leaves local church leaders questioning how to venture into the unknown. Join us for an in-person workshop on learning to lead in an everchanging, disrupted environment. Tod Bolsinger, author of Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience, will serve as our guide into the uncharted territory. Any laity in local church leadership are encouraged to attend. [link removed] Learn more and register →
Other Upcoming Events
Aug. 24-25 - [link removed] Moving the Church Forward Through Communication
Wednesdays in Sept. - [link removed] Lay Servant: Pastoral Care Giving Course Online
Sept. 10-11 - [link removed] Missouri PAUMCS Conference
Sept. 18 - Hybrid [link removed] Lay Servant Basic and [link removed] Advanced Courses
See the full events calendars at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/events
Upcoming Grant Deadlines
Due Sept. 15: [link removed] New Places for New People Grants
Due Oct. 1: [link removed] Costner-Fulton Grants
Due Oct. 1: [link removed] MUMF Ministry Grants
Rolling Deadline: [link removed] Library Builder Grants
Featured Resource
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.
[link removed] Learn more and get started on the worksheet →
More Resources
[link removed] How to Welcome and Connect with Church Guests Online
Churches of every size are now meeting online for worship and experiencing the blessing of new people attending their services for the first time. Learn ways your church can be intentional about welcoming and connecting with guests online before, during, and after the service.
[link removed] Learn + Lead Webinar Recording: Small Groups 101
A small group is a group of 3-12 people that gathers at least twice a month to experience what it means to Know, Care, Grow and Share. In this webinar Rev. Leanna Weber will share tips and methods for starting a small group ministry at your church.
[link removed] Journey4Justice Conversation Guides
Print or download these free conversation guides built to navigate the topics of faith and race. Each conversation guide has interactive questions, answers and prompts to encourage educational conversation.
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