News from us [link removed] January 4, 2022
Churches Prepare to Receive Refugees from Afghanistan

Several communities across Missouri have begun to receive new neighbors from Afghanistan. Following the U.S. military withdrawal from the country, Operation Allies Refuge airlifted certain at-risk Afghan civilians, particularly interpreters, U.S. embassy employees and other prospective Special Immigrant Visa applicants from Afghanistan. Several of them are being resettled in the U.S. and in Missouri.
The sudden change has created challenges for resettlement agencies and opportunities for the churches that support them. Yet, several Missouri United Methodists have stepped up to serve.
[link removed] Read more on how Missouri UMC churches are welcoming their new neighbors →
Upcoming Events
INSPIRE Hybrid Discernment Event
Registration for this event closes tomorrow, January 5. Have you ever dreamed of starting something new that will reach new people? God is doing new things throughout the world and in the most unlikely places. If you have felt that nudge to do something different and wonder how you can make that possible, then INSPIRE is for you. Join us online or in-person, 1-5 p.m. on January 8. This event is a great opportunity to kick-off 2022 with your local church leadership team.
[link removed] Learn more and RSVP for this free event →
Other Upcoming Events
Thursdays, Feb. 3-March 22 - [link removed] Connecting New People to Christ Online Workshop
Feb. 4-5 and 11-12 - [link removed] Online Early Response Team Training
Feb. 15 - [link removed] MOAC Awards Deadline
March 31 - April 2 - [link removed] SoulConnections Retreat: Journey
See the full events calendars at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/events

MOAC Awards - Submission Deadline February 15
Every year we celebrate and honor the ministry of churches and United Methodists across the state through the MOAC Awards. You’re invited to nominate an individual or church for their work in mission, discipleship, evangelism, or inclusiveness, justice and worth. Deadline is February 15 Learn more at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/moac-awards
Local Church Internships
Applications are open for Crossroads and Cole summer Crossroads internships. Interns get hands-on ministry experience and can discover their passion within the Church in summer 2022. Host churches help make it possible. Learn more and apply at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/internships.

Featured Resource
[link removed] Learn + Lead Podcast: Episode 31 - The Mission Filter with Rev. Dr. Barry Winders
What if you had a filter that would help you create a more effective planning and decision-making process for fulfilling your mission? Rev. Dr. Barry Winders, a United Methodist ordained elder in the Missouri Conference, talks about what he has learned in his 50 years of ministry and how to improve your decision-making with core ideas and initiatives through [link removed] The Mission Filter.
[link removed] Resources Available for PPRCs
A new year might mean a leadership team change at your local church. Equip new leaders with these available resources.
[link removed] Recommended Reading on Race and Culture
As you set your reading goal for 2022, make sure to add some of these selections to your to-read list.
See the full resource library at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary


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