News from us [link removed] November 9, 2021
Mission Council Moves
Culture Work Forward
At the Missouri Conference Mission Council meeting on September 21, council members heard the full report of the Episcopal Task Force on Race and Culture. Presented by task force chairperson and retired Elder Rev. Cody Collier, the council spent much of the meeting thinking through the task force’s work, recommendations, and ways that the council can hold the Conference and Episcopal Office accountable to moving the work forward.

The Mission Council took up two direct recommendations of the task force that they could affect: integrating the word “diversity” into the Expectations We Have of Each Other and the inclusion of “Missional Justice” into the Core Practices the Missouri Conference Must Get Right.
[link removed] Read more about the Missouri Conference's race and culture work →

Upcoming Events
Quilt Auction Now Open Through Nov. 13
The 2021 Quilt Auction is now open! The auction runs until 10 a.m. on November 13 and benefits the Church World Service blanket program, which assists those rebuilding after a disaster. This is a great opportunity to pick out those birthday, Christmas, wedding or new baby gifts while helping a good cause. Check out photos and details of the items available for auction and make your bids by visiting [link removed] www.getabidauctions.com/FestivalOfSharing
Other Upcoming Events
Nov. 13 - [link removed] Nikki Lerner Concert and Learning Event (KC)
Nov. 18 - [link removed] Collaborating for Community Impact with Rev. Lia McIntosh
Nov. 18 - [link removed] Engaging the Community for Social Transformation Webinar
Nov. 21 - [link removed] Connecting New People to Christ Workshop
Nov. 30 - [link removed] Giving Tuesday
Dec. 1-2 - [link removed] Shift Happens: Doing Ministry from the Right Side
Wednesdays, Jan. 19 - Feb. 16 - [link removed] Called to Preach Online Lay Servant Ministry Class
See the full events calendars at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/events
Featured Resource
Small Group Study: Coming Home for Christmas This Advent
This resource features scripture, activity and small group experience centered on this year's Advent focus scripture passages from the Revised Common Lectionary (Year C). [link removed] View the free resource →
More Resources
[link removed] PDF Resource: Copyright Guidelines for Movies, Videos, Images and Other Published Works
GCFA shares resources for navigating copyright issues in the local church.
[link removed] Video: [link removed] W2's and Local Church Taxes Webinar
Director of Finance & Administration, Rev. Nate Berneking, discusses W-2 completion and employer tax reporting for local churches.
[link removed] PDF Resource: Winter Preparedness Checklist
Don't be left out in the cold by walking through your winter preparedness checklists. Winter storms and cold temperatures can have dangerous effects on property and people. Stay safe and healthy by planning ahead. Prepare your home and cars. Prepare for power outages and outdoor activity. Check on older adults.
See the full resource library at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary


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