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November 17, 2021

Seoul Train

Three pastors serving churches in rural areas of Missouri came here from South Korea, via New Jersey. Small town life in the Midwest is a different lifestyle than they’ve experienced before, and for the most part they will tell you that’s a good thing.

Read more about Rev. BeomSeon Hong (Louisiana and Clarksville), Rev. Jaeho Uhm (Jefferson Avenue in Moberly) and Rev. KeyaRae Yi (Marquand/Glen Allen/Rhodes Chapel) and how each of these pastors came to serve Missouri churches.

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Upcoming Events

Registration Closing: Collaborating for Community Impact with Rev. Lia McIntosh

The Black Church is a force for good, especially when it is empowered together. But how can ministry leaders work collaboratively in this unique moment in history? Rev. Lia McIntosh, author of Blank Slate and Church/School/Community, will teach you how to wipe the slate clean and imagine community engagement in a fresh way. Join us at 6 p.m., TOMORROW, November 18 for this free virtual event.
Learn more and RSVP by tonight at midnight →

Other Upcoming Events

See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events

HealthFlex Annual Enrollment

HealthFlex 2022 Annual Enrollment continues through TOMORROW, November 18, 2021. If you receive coverage through HealthFlex, it's important that you review your plan selections, even if you want to keep your current coverage. For resources related to making your selections, UMPIP and Pastoral Support Addendum forms, and more, visit www.moumethodist.org/benefits

 

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). View the free resource →

More Resources

Podcast: Field Preachers - A Podcast About God's New Things
In this episode of Field Preachers, host Paul Nixon interviews Rai Jackson, pastor of The Well and the Bridge, two young faith communities in Washington DC. Paul and Rai talk about how young adult culture is shifting, even since March of 2020, and the amazing possibilities of enhancing ministry with digital connections.

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.

PDF Resource: Copyright Guidelines for Movies, Videos, Images and Other Published Works
GCFA shares resources for navigating copyright issues in the local church.

See the full resource library at www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary



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