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The Southeast District Office will be closed on Tuesday, October 4 and reopen on Wednesday, October 5 at 1pm.
If you have an emergency please contact: Bev Rhodes, Executive Admin at #573-270-9989.


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You won't want to miss this event!
Registration is Open
Join your fellow Southeast District Laity for an In-Person day of learning, fellowship, and fun at Eagle Sky Christian Camp of the Ozarks in Piedmont, Missouri on Saturday, October 29 with Gathering/Check-in from 9:30-10:00 am. We will end the day's events at 3pm. Piedmont is located in the middle of the NEW Southeast District! This event is for persons 18 years of age and older.
Hear from our MO Conference Lay Leader Amy Thompson, about her call into lay leadership, learn several effective techniques to identify and train new leaders in your local church, and have some fellowship time along the way! You will also have the opportunity for some "active" and "downtime" recreation breaks during the day!
This provides an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with Eagle Sky Christian camp and the wonderful facilities, which many UM youth attend during the summer. In anticipation of the cooler weather, if you choose to participate, we will have time to enjoy the outdoors seated around fire pits.
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October is Pastor Appreciation Month
Please take a moment to show appreciation to your pastor!


Millersville UMC Fall Supper-Saturday, October 1
Chicken dumplings, ham, sweet potatoes, slaw, green beans, potato salad and chocolate chip cookies
3:30-6:30 pm DRIVE THRU ONLY
Adults-$12 Children-$6
Millersville UMC is located at 290 Main St., Millersville, MO 63766


Exploring a Call to Ministry?
MO Explo invites any Missouri United Methodist ages 16 years or older to gather virtually for a short time of discernment and making sense of God’s call to ministry. Join others who are experiencing a similar call as we explore what it means to be called, the various forms of ministry, giftedness for ministry and next steps of discernment. We will worship together, pray together and learn more about our own stories of call as we hear the stories of others. Registration closes November 9.
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New Salem Kettle Beef & Chicken Dressing Supper-Saturday, Oct. 15
3:30-6:30pm Adults-$12 6-12 yrs- $6 Under 5-Free
Drive Thru Only
New Salem UMC is located at 650 State Hwy AA, Daisy, MO 63743


Everything You Need to Plan Your Advent Services from Discipleship Ministries
Not ready for the Advent season? We’ve got you covered.

From Preaching Notes to Worship Suggestions, enjoy helpful tools to inspire your worship planning experience.
The theme for this season is “An Advent Song of Ascents.” Click the link below to see the break down for each Sunday.
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Southeast District is hiring!
The Southeast District Office of the United Methodist Church (Cape Girardeau) is seeking to fill an additional administrative assistant position. We desire to create a culture that is more diverse, so persons of all races, genders, and cultures are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate for this 20-hour-per-week position must be a self-starter. Problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work in a team setting as well as independently, will make this person successful in this multi-faceted role. Prior administrative experience and computer skills, including knowledge of website maintenance and networks desired. Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook a must. Some benefits are offered. Salary negotiable. Request job description and application by sending an email to mailto:[email protected] [email protected]. Written applications will be accepted through October 31.



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. [link removed] Read more here →



RMC Collab: Bernie - Abundance in Neighboring
Come see what is 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.
When: Thursday, November 3, 2022, 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM (optional coffee fellowship at 9:30 AM)
Where: Bernie UMC ( [link removed] 307 W Main Ave, Bernie, MO 63822)
Cost: Free (Please register to be included in the lunch count)
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Host a Day Camp in 2023
Interested in hosting a day camp? Through partnerships with Eagle Lake and Heartland Camps, NextGen Ministries helps you bring the excitement of camp to your church parking lot. By fusing the fun and excitement of water slides, gaga-ball, and other awesome outdoor activities along with intentional spirit-filled worship, Bible study, and one-on-one discipleship, day camping provides a unique experience and bring Christ to children that otherwise may never have had the opportunity. If your church is considering a day camp in 2023, and haven’t already signed up with one of our camping partners, take the time today to complete the easy interest form: [link removed] [link removed]




Area Church Job Openings
Children's Ministry Director-New McKendree UMC-Jackson
Worship Ministry Director-New McKendree-Jackson
For more information: [link removed] [link removed]
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Director of Family & Singles Ministry-Centenary UMC-Cape Girardeau
Worship Leader-Centenary UMC-Cape Girardeau
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Empowering Ministry with Rev. Ken Nash
Church leaders, do you ever feel like there’s more ministry to get done than you have time to do? We want to help you face this crisis by equipping you to engage people of all generations within your community. Join us for an in-person learning event with Rev. Ken Nash on October 12-13 at Community UMC in Columbia. Learn more and register at [link removed] [link removed]


Communicating with the Media
Effectively communicating with the local news media is one of the best ways to get your news in front of the public. The United Methodist Communications Public Information team offers insights from their team and reporters partners on how to secure the best coverage for your local church. Go to [link removed] [link removed].


Free Implicit Bias Course Available
The Missouri Conference’s work in race and culture exists to help us become a place for people from diverse cultures and generations so that, ultimately, we become a Church for all God’s people. Part of that work is understanding our biases, specifically the unconscious bias we all experience. “Implicit Bias: What We Don't Think We Think” is a resource for leaders, preachers and congregations to learn about implicit bias and its effect on everyday life and ministry. Any Missouri Conference member – clergy or lay – can learn more and enroll for FREE at [link removed] [link removed]



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