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August 12, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Net News: Moto Rally, NextGen Gatherings

Missouri Net News Moto Rally for Mozambique Are you a motorcycle enthusiast? Join Missouri Bishop Bob Farr September 19-20 as he travels around the Missouri Conference on his motorcycle in support of the Mozambique Initiative. If you would like to participate in this motor…

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August 12, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, August 12, 2020 Focus Church: Union Memorial (St Louis) Pastor: Antonio M Settles and spouse Linda Mozambique Church:  Sabie Pastor: Balbina Novela   Scripture - Psalm 133 A pilgrimage song. Of David. 133 Look at how good and pleasing it…

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August 11, 2020 at 8:12 PM

Net News: Little Free Libraries, Master the Media

Missouri Net News New Grant: Little Free Library The Missouri Conference is partnering with Little Free Library to impact communities around the state. In our pursuit of connecting 100,000 students with 100,000 books, we encourage churches to consider whether a Little Free…

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August 10, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Net News: Mobile Health Clinics in Mozambique

Missouri Net News Support Mobile Health Clinics in Mozambique Will you consider dedicating an offering to support global health? Your congregation's Christmas Eve offering, Giving Tuesday focus, individual or small group offering will make a difference. In the midst of the…

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August 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, August 10, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, August 10, 2020 Focus Church: The River at Eureka Pastor: Tim G Schulte and spouse Sherri Pastor: David Babb   Scripture - Genesis 45:1-15 Joseph reveals his identity 45 Joseph could no longer control himself in front of all his attendants,…

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August 7, 2020 at 6:29 PM

Net News: Anti-Racism Town Hall

Missouri Net News Anti-racism Town Halls Scheduled for August Two new interactive town hall discussions are planned as part of the "Dismantling Racism: Pressing on to Freedom" initiative's series on anti-racism from the United Methodist General Commission on Religion and R…

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August 7, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 7-9, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, August 7, 2020 Focus Church: St Luke's (St Louis) Pastor:  David L Scott and spouse Lori   Scripture - Matthew 14:22-27 Walking on the water 22 Right then, Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go ahead to the other side of the lak…

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August 6, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, August 6, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, August 6, 2020 Focus Church: St Louis Korean Methodist (St Louis) Pastor:   Myeonggyun Lee and spouse Dan Kim Yeong Prayers are requested for the family of Rev. Larry Hall on his recent death.  Services were  held on Tuesday, August 4, 20…

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August 5, 2020 at 6:50 PM

Net News: Faith and Race, Online Fatigue

Missouri Net News Faith and Race Podcast: Season 1 Faith and Race podcast is a great resource for anyone who wants to listen and educate themselves on topics surrounding race. Season one and its curriculum is live and available. Listen and subscribe here: moumethodist.org/…

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August 5, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Prayer Team Update - August 2020

Congregational Excellence Prayer Team August 2020  Be. Be still. Be with. Be in.  It was the counsel my spiritual director gave as I started my 5-day silent retreat a couple of weeks ago. After an excessively busy season provoked by unprecedented change, he could see God w…

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August 5, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, August 5, 2020 Focus Church: St James (St James) Pastor:    Alecia K Fischer    Scripture - Psalm 105:6, 16-22, 45b 6     you who are the offspring of Abraham, his servant,         and the children of Jacob, his chosen ones. 16 When God …

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August 4, 2020 at 7:16 PM

Net News: UMC in the World

Missouri Net News Map Shows United Methodist Presence Anyone looking at a map of the global presence of The United Methodist Church will notice some significant gray areas, especially in Latin America and much of Asia. David W. Scott of the United Methodist Board of Global…

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August 4, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Focus Church: St Andrew (Florissant) Pastor:   Monica Jefferson and spouse Dennis Pastor: Glen P Connoley and spouse Catherine   Scripture - Genesis 37:12-28 Joseph’s brothers take revenge 12 Joseph’s brothers went to tend t…

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August 3, 2020 at 7:37 PM

Net News: NPNP Grants, NextGen Gatherings

Missouri Net News New Places for New People Fall Grant Applications Open Know someone who’s starting a new place for new people? The Center for Congregational Excellence is here to help them get started! Learn more about available grants here: www.moumethodist.org/newplace…

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August 3, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, August 3, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, August 3, 2020 Focus Church: Samaritan (St Louis) Pastor:   Ivan C James and spouse Grace Mozambique Church: Manhica Pastor: Feliciano Soquissane Cossa   Scripture - Genesis 37:1-4, 12-25 Joseph dreams of power 37 Jacob lived in the land of…

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July 31, 2020 at 7:40 PM

Net News: Moto Rally

Missouri Net News Moto Rally for Mozambique Are you a motorcycle enthusiast? Join Missouri Bishop Bob Farr Sept 19-20 as he travels around the Missouri Conference on his motorcycle in support of the Mozambique Initiative. If you would like to participate in this motorcycle…

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July 31, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 31-Aug 2, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, July 31, 2020 Focus Church: Pacific Pastor:   Tony L Townley and spouse Nola   Scripture - Romans 9:1-5 The tragedy of Israel’s unbelief 9 I’m speaking the truth in Christ—I’m not lying, as my conscience assures me with the Holy Spirit: 2 I…

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July 30, 2020 at 8:08 PM

Net News: Promotional Resources

Missouri Net News “Worship from Home” Banners, Ads, Signs Available "Worship from Home" and other banners, signs and Facebook ads are available for purchase from the Rethink Church division of United Methodist Communications. For more information about these resources go t…

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July 30, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, July 30, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, July 30, 2020 Focus Church: North Park (St Louis) Pastor:   Sheila N Sledge and spouse Clifford   Scripture - Romans 9:1-5 The tragedy of Israel’s unbelief 9 I’m speaking the truth in Christ—I’m not lying, as my conscience assures me with…

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July 29, 2020 at 7:49 PM

Net News: Free Coaching, RE

Missouri Net News Free Coaching Available Deadline to apply July 30 Free coaching is an amazing opportunity for those in a leadership role to get one-on-one help with our giveaway program. Coaches have limited spots available. Learn more about how to get started here:  htt…

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July 29, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, July 29, 2020 Focus Church: North Hills (Ferguson) Pastor:   Mary A Cieslak and spouse Ken  Mozambique Church: Xitandane Pastor: Artur Vanlente   Scripture - Psalm 17:1-7, 15 A prayer of David. 17 Listen to what’s right, Lord;     pay at…

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July 28, 2020 at 7:10 PM

Net News: Master the Media

Missouri Net News Master the Media Fake news and misinformation, data hacks and phishing scams are increasing concerns. Expand your media literacy skills by attending this two-part webinar series featuring guest speakers from the journalism field. The webinars will take pl…

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July 28, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, July 27, 2020 Focus Church: Normandy Pastor:   Gloria M Farr   Scripture - Genesis 32:22-31 Jacob wrestles with God 22 Jacob got up during the night, took his two wives, his two women servants, and his eleven sons, and crossed the Jabbok R…

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July 27, 2020 at 6:57 PM

Net News: NextGen Gatherings, Rural Connection

Missouri Net News July Virtual NextGen Gathering Join Maggie Lohmeyer tomorrow at 2 p.m. for July’s Virtual NextGen Gathering. This hour-long conversation will be a check-in to see how everyone is doing. Since it has been a stressful couple of months, it is important to ta…

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July 24, 2020 at 8:50 PM

Net News: Learn and Lead, Online Courses

Missouri Net News New episode of the Learn and Lead Podcast Join us for a very special episode as we listen to our longtime friend Cody Collier talk about his path to ministry, his brush with the KKK and how he plans to continue serving God through his retirement. Listen h…

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  Susan Brandes · [email protected]

July 24, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 24-26, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, July 24, 2020   Focus Church: Mt Olive (Robertsville)/Cedar Grove Pastor:    Duane McDowell and spouse Millie   Scripture - Matthew 13:31-33 Parable of the mustard seed 31 He told another parable to them: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mus…

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July 23, 2020 at 9:07 PM

Net News: Anti-Racism Training

Missouri Net News Online Course on Race from GCORR You Are Here: First Steps for White Christians on Race and Racism is an online course from the United Methodist General Commission On Religion and Race for Christians who want to acquire a fundamental understanding of race…

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July 23, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, July 23, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, July 23, 2020 Focus Church: Maplewood Pastor:  Diana K Shirar and spouse Steven   Scripture - Romans 8:28-39 28 We know that God works all things together for good for the ones who love God, for those who are called according to his purpo…

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July 22, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Net News: Coaching, RE

Missouri Net News Free Coaching Available Free coaching is an amazing opportunity for those in a leadership role to get one-on-one help with our giveaway program. Coaches have limited spots available. Learn more about how to get started here:  https://www.moumethodist.org/…

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July 22, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, July 22, 2020   Focus Church:  Manchester  Pastor:   Andy Bryan and spouse Erin Pastor: Tiffany J DeGraef-Hamilton  Pastor: Phillip M Estes and spouse Lori Pastor: Stephanie S Lendt Pastor: James A Peich and spouse Karen   Mozambique Chur…

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  Fred Koenig · [email protected]

July 21, 2020 at 7:20 PM

Net News: Hot Thoughts, NextGen Gatherings

Missouri Net News Hot Thoughts: Episcopal Edition For the past two months on Thursday nights, Rev. Danny Lybarger of Church of the Shepherd has been hosting panel discussions with United Methodist leaders to discuss life and faith while simultaneously consuming spicy chick…

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July 21, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, July 20, 2020 Focus Church:  Living Word (Wildwood) Pastor: David J Israel and spouse Nancy Pastor: Gregory P Finfrock and spouse Karen Mozambique Church: Magumbane Pastor: Assistido pour Superintendente   Scripture - Psalm 105:1-11; 45b 1…

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July 20, 2020 at 7:06 PM

August 2020 Issue of The Missouri Methodists

News from us August Issue of The Missouri Methodists Stories of churches helping families facing economic hardship due to the pandemic, Annual Conference reports, award recipients and more are all in the August issue of The Missouri Methodists. Read it now online at www.mo…

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July 20, 2020 at 6:44 PM

Net News: AC Session Online, Ruth Handy, Census, August Magazine

Missouri Net News MOAC20 Annual Conference Session Moves to Virtual Only Death of Ruth Handy U.S. Census August Issue of The Missouri Methodists MOAC20 Annual Conference Session Moves to Virtual Only Missouri Bishop Bob Farr has decided to shift the plan for the Saturday, …

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July 20, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, July 20, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, July 20, 2020 Focus Church: Lewis Memorial Chapel (Crescent) Pastor:   Mary R Avizenis and spouse Larry Prayers are requested for the family of Mrs. Ruth Handy on her death July 20, 2020. Mrs. Handy was the wife of Bishop W.T. Handy, reside…

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July 17, 2020 at 9:19 PM

Net News: Free Coaching, RE Registration is Open

Missouri Net News   Free Coaching Available Free coaching is an amazing opportunity for those in a leadership role to get one-on-one help  with our giveaway program. Coaches have limited spots available. Learn more about how to get started here:  https://www.moumethodist.…

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July 17, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 17-19, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, July 17, 2020   Focus Church: Kirkwood  Pastor:    Katherine J Trinter and spouse Kyle Pastor: Jess Horsley and spouse Shelly Mozambique Church: Liberdade Pastor: Uinge Sakatiel Guirruta Assoc. Pastor: Berta Antonio     Scripture - Romans 8…

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July 16, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, July 16, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, July 16, 2020 Focus Church:  Harmony (St Louis) Pastor: Nathan R Hopping    Scripture - Psalm 139: 11-12, 23-24 11 If I said, “The darkness will definitely hide me;         the light will become night around me,” 12     even then the dark…

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July 15, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, July 15, 2020   Focus Church:  Green Trails (Chesterfield) Pastor:   Linda D Settles and spouse Antonio Mozambique Church: Gondola Training Center Pastor: Hilario Torres Machauene   Scripture - Psalm 139:7-10 7 Where could I go to get awa…

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July 14, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Focus Church: Gray Summit Pastor:   Matthew P Riley and spouse Amanda   Scripture - Psalm 139:1-6 For the music leader. Of David. A song. 139 Lord, you have examined me.     You know me. 2 You know when I sit down and when I …

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July 13, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, July 13, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, July 13, 2020 Focus Church:  Grace (Sullivan) Pastor:   Brenda J Stobbe   Scripture - Genesis 28:10-19a Jacob’s dream at Bethel 10 Jacob left Beer-sheba and set out for Haran. 11 He reached a certain place and spent the night there. When th…

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July 10, 2020 at 6:17 PM

Net News: Free Coaching

Missouri Net News Free Coaching Available Free coaching is an amazing opportunity for those in a leadership role to get one-on-one help  with our giveaway program. Coaches have limited spots available. Learn more about how to get started here:  https://www.moumethodist.org…

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July 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 10-12, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, July 10, 2020   Focus Church: First (Washington)   Pastor:    Troy A Merseal and spouse Catherine   Scripture - Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 Setting for the parables 13 That day Jesus went out of the house and sat down beside the lake. 2 Such large…

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July 9, 2020 at 6:29 PM

Net News: NextGen Gatherings

Missouri Net News July Virtual NextGen Gathering Join Maggie Lohmeyer at 2 p.m. on July 28 for July’s Virtual NextGen Gathering! This hour-long conversation will be a check-in to see how everyone is doing. Since it has been a stressful couple of months, it is important to …

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July 9, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, July 9, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, July 9, 2020   Focus Church:  First (Union)   Pastor:    Matthew P Riley and spouse Amanda   Scripture - Genesis 25:19-34 Jacob and Esau are born 19 These are the descendants of Isaac, Abraham’s son. Abraham became the father of Isaac. 20 …

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July 8, 2020 at 6:47 PM

Faith & Race Podcast, Curriculum

Missouri Net News Faith & Race Curriculum Trainer Webinar The Faith and Race podcast is a great resource for anyone who wants to listen and educate themselves on topics surrounding race. Season 1 was recorded in 2015-2016 with accompanying curriculum for small group us…

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July 8, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, July 8, 2020   Focus Church:  Fenton   Pastor:    Lee A Porch and spouse Andria   Scripture - Isaiah 55:10-13 10 Just as the rain and the snow come down from the sky         and don’t return there without watering the earth,         makin…

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July 7, 2020 at 9:34 PM

Net News: Hygiene Collections

Missouri Net News District Challenge Hygiene Collections If you have collected hygiene items for the Annual Conference District Challenge, please turn them in to one of our collection sites. Some are open this week and some will be open next week. A list of locations and t…

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July 7, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, July 7, 2020   Focus Church:  Cuba   Pastor:   Paula S Brookshier and spouse Carl   Scripture - Psalm 119:105-112 ? nun 105 Your word is a lamp before my feet     and a light for my journey. 106 I have sworn, and I fully mean it:     I will…

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July 7, 2020 at 2:20 PM

Prayer Team Update - July 2020

Congregational Excellence Prayer Team July 2020 I could hear it in their voices. As I listened to five pastors from some of our largest churches, there was an unsettling combination of fatigue and distress. The common thread running through the conversation was sheer frust…

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