September 20, 2022

Puerto Rico Disaster Response

Hurricane Fiona made landfall in southwestern Puerto Rico on Sunday morning. The storm brought heavy rains and wind. The whole of the island remains without power. Currently, the Iglesia Metodista de Puerto Rico (IMPR) is preparing to respond once the storm has passed. Read more here →

Upcoming Events

RMC COLLAB: Bernie

The Rural Missouri Connection invites you to come see what’s happening in rural Missouri as people engage in mission of all kinds across our state. Join a space where rural leaders are learning, collaborating and celebrating ministry as we respond to God’s gifts in our communities. At the November RMC Collab event, we'll explore how Bernie UMC has used both the gifts and strengths of its members and its community to build relationships in the neighborhood. Registration closes October 31. Learn more and registe r→

Other Upcoming Events

October 2 - October 30 - Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices
October 6 - Virtual Southwest District Laity Meet-and-Greet
October 8 - Northwest District Laity Meet-and-Greet
October 12 - October 13 - Empowering Ministry with Ken Nash
October 14 - Fall National Caring Congregation Webinar
October 29 - Southeast District Laity Connection Day
November 3 - 5 - Soul Connections: Becoming Fall Retreat

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

Upcoming Grant Deadlines

Due Oct. 1: New Places Grants
Due Oct. 1: Costner-Fulton Grants
Due Oct. 1: MUMF Ministry Grants
Rolling Deadline: Library Builder Grants

Interested in Becoming a Global Mission Fellow?

Are you looking for an opportunity to fight the root causes of injustice in the United States through deep engagement with a local community? Are you between the ages of 20-30? The Global Mission Fellow US-2 Track could be the perfect opportunity for you! Global Mission Fellows seek to combat systemic oppression and alleviate suffering while serving in partnership with their new community. They serve for two years as a cohort across the United States working in public health, migration issues, poverty situations, and much more. Learn more →

Featured Resources

Hispanic Heritage Month (USA)

September 15 through October 15 is designated as Hispanic Heritage Month in The United Methodist Church, giving local congregations the opportunity to celebrate the importance and contributions of the Hispanic culture in worship. Discipleship Ministries has collected resources including liturgies and music resources to celebrate. Learn more and see resources→

Called - Leading Others
Whether you are starting a new worship service, launching a multi-site, or starting a whole new ministry, success often rises and falls on the involvement of the laity. In this seminar, Rev. Dr. Ken Nash will teach the best practices for creating and training a healthy launch team of laypersons. You will walk away knowing the pitfalls to avoid and will have the necessary tools to help each person find their place in the new ministry.

Data Security: 7 Steps to Minimize Exposure of Your Ministry's Sensitive Digital Asset
Protect your ministry from cyber attacks. Being proactive about your cybersecurity can help save your ministry time and money. With the recent jump in cyber attacks, GCFA's IT Services team wants to remind you of some tips to help your ministry secure data. Download this resource and share it with your ministry staff.

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