August 2, 2022
The Gift of Diversity
In April, while visiting family, Rev. Sandy Nenadal broke her ankle. As she adjusted to the reality of using crutches and wearing a fracture walking boot, she thought about Paul's description of the body of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Paul wrote, "Our bodies have many parts, but the many parts make up only one body when they are all put together. So, it is with the "body" of Christ. Each of us is a part of the one body of Christ." Read more here →
Upcoming Events
Early Response Team Basic Trainings
We’re excited to announce two in-person Early Response Team Training dates this fall! This is the perfect opportunity to get engaged in disaster response work. Join us in person in Columbia on Saturday, August 27 or Saturday, September 17. Space is limited to 20 participants per class. Learn more and get register→
Other Upcoming Events
See the full events calendars at www.moumethodist.org/events
Featured Resource
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The Hybrid Church: Merging Physical and Digital
For many, knowing how to do physical and digital ministry at the same time is daunting. This is the mindset behind the phygital church. Our endgame is not the physical building. Nor is it digital ministry. Our endgame is disciple-making. Join digital church planter Jeff Reed as he answers your questions and shares how to thrive, grow, and multiply the physical + digital ministry in this new hybrid model.
Learn + Lead Episode 37: Reclaiming Rural Ministry with Rev. Allen T. Stanton
In a conversation that highlights churches in rural areas, Rev. Allen T. Stanton describes the challenges and opportunities facing churches in small town America and the unique position they have as potential agents of change within their communities. Listen on our website or your favorite podcast apps.
Grieving Together: How to Build a Supportive Community
Grief is a tricky topic, but it’s one we don’t have to navigate alone. Offering support is a community effort that can be intentionally fostered. Rev. David and Elaine Howlett offer an introduction to building a supportive community around grief for local church pastors and laity.
See the full resource library at www.moumethodist.org/resourcelibrary
