Fred Koenig · [email protected]

November 5, 2021 at 7:57 PM

Net News: Sexual Ethics

Missouri Net News Sexual Ethics Resources The General Commission on the Status and Role of Women has partnered with United Methodist Communications to bring the UM Sexual Ethics site over to ResourceUMC. This collaboration has allowed the website to be more user-friendly. …

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November 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov 5-7, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, November 5, 2021 Focus Church: First (New Madrid)/First Portageville Pastor: Terry G Lippstreu and spouse Marsha   Scripture – Psalm 127 A pilgrimage song. Of Solomon. 127 Unless it is the Lord who builds the house,     the builders’ work …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

November 4, 2021 at 6:43 PM

Net News: Community Impact Collaboration

Missouri Net News Collaborating for Community Impact With Rev. Lia McIntosh The Black Church is a force for good, especially when it is empowered together. But how can ministry leaders work collaboratively in this unique moment in history? Rev. Lia McIntosh, author of Bla…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

November 4, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, Nov 4, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, November 4, 2021 Focus Church: First (Kennett) Pastor: Mark A Kailbourn Sr and spouse Dorothea Moambique Church: Uache Benedito Manuel  Pastor: Elias Makhule Please pray for the Moore family on the recent passing of their father Rev. Cha…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

November 3, 2021 at 6:20 PM

Net News: Annual Enrollment

Missouri Net News HealthFlex Annual Enrollment HealthFlex 2022 Annual Enrollment begins today and continues through November 18. If you receive coverage through HealthFlex, it's important that you review your plan selections, even if you want to keep your current coverage.…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

November 3, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Share Prayers for Wednesday, Nov 3, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Focus Church:  First (Hornersville)/Faith/First (Senath) Pastor:    Jim M Pemberton and spouse Barbie Prayers are requested for Patricia Rice on the recent death of her husband, retired pastor Rev. Wilfred E. Rice, Jr. …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

November 2, 2021 at 7:24 PM

Net News: Recognizing Assets

Missouri Net News Thriving With Assets Missouri Conference Community Engagement Specialist Sidney Everhart explores how taking a broader view of how assets are defined can help a church embrace its strengths and thrive in the recent edition of Ministry Matters. Read it at …

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

November 2, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, Nov 2, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Focus Church:  First (Hayti)/Deering Pastor:  Franklin A Husted and spouse Lynda Please pray for the family of Rev. Virgil Bunch.  Virgil passed away October 31.  Rev. Bunch was a retired pastor in the Southeast District.…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

November 2, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Laity Newsletter - November 2, 2021

News from us Resilience, New Virtual Event, Laity Learning and More November 2, 2021 Protective Factors to Increase Resilience   In her career as a social worker, Conference Lay Leader Amy Thompson focuses on protective factors — attachment, initiative and self-regulation …

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November 2, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Clergy Newsletter - November 2, 2021

News from us Race and Culture, New Virtual Event, Advent Resources and More November 2, 2021 Mission Council Moves Culture Work Forward At the Missouri Conference Mission Council meeting on September 21, council members heard the full report of the Episcopal Task Force on …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

November 1, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Net News: Pre-retirement Webinar, Quilt Auction

Missouri Net News Pre-Retirement Webinar for Clergy 55 and Older An upcoming pre-retirement webinar presented by Wespath Benefits Education. Two identical sessions will be offered Tuesday, November 16, 2 – 3 p.m. and Thursday, November 18, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. This pre-reti…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

November 1, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, Nov 1, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, November 1, 2021 Focus Church:  First (Dexter) Pastor:   Larry G Lawman and spouse Doreen Please hold Rev. Steve Majdecki, New Hope UMC, Arnold, in your prayers. His wife, Jo Ann Majdecki, passed away last week. Notes of sympathy can be se…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 7:10 PM

Net News: Gender Disparities in Income

Missouri Net News GCSRW Presents I AM Her Lunch and Learn- Part II of "2020 Geographic Trends of Gender Disparities in Compensation for UMC The General Commission on the Status and Role of Women is taking last year’s I AM Her Women’s Leadership Summit and bringing you I AM…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct 29-31, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, October 29, 2021 Focus Church: Ellington Pastor:  Stanley D Hargis, Lay Minister, and spouse Tammy   Scripture – Psalm 146:1-2   Praise the Lord!     Let my whole being[a] praise the Lord! 2 I will praise the Lord with all my life;     I w…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 7:03 PM

Net News: Improving Online Worship, Managing Virtual Congregations, College-Age Ministry

Missouri Net News Eight Keys to Improving Livestream Worship Bob Whitesel has watched many online Sunday services to identify recurring weaknesses and help churches improve their livestreaming. He offers eight practical suggestions for engaging online worshipers more effec…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, Oct 28, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, October 28, 2021 Focus Church: Eastwood Memorial (Caruthersville) Pastor: Jerry L Mattson Mozambique Church:  Jamisse Nhanbiho (Chamane) Pastor:  Orlanda dos Santos Guiamba   Scripture – Ruth 1:1-6 The family in Moab 1 During the days w…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 7:35 PM

Net News: College-Age Ministry Grants, Camp Counselors

Missouri Net News College-Age Ministry Grants Available The Office of Next Generation Ministries is excited to announce the availability of college-age ministry grants. We invite local churches already engaged in college-age ministry of any type to apply for grant funding …

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Share Prayers for Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Focus Church: Doniphan/Neelyville Pastor:  Kent E Wilfong and spouse Susan  Please keep Rev. Mary Biesemeyer (retired pastor) and her family in your prayers.  Mary’s brother, James (Jim) Lee Rumbo, passed away yesterday…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 7:44 PM

Net News: Race and Culture Survey, Benefits Webinar, Job Posting

Missouri Net News Missouri Conference Race and Culture Survey The Missouri Conference of The United Methodist Church is conducting research to better understand race and culture within our connection and congregations. The survey is confidential and asks for your thoughts …

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, Oct 26, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, October 26, 2021 Focus Church: Charleston Pastor:  Rob Webster Mozambique Church: Almeida Penicela Pastor: Orlanda dos Santos Guiamba Prayers are requested for Jane Rooney and her family on the recent passing of her husband, retired Rev.…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 26, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Laity Newsletter - October 26, 2021

News from us College-age ministry, fighting racism and more October 26, 2021 5 Ways to Support College-Age Ministry   “There’s just not enough young people in the church,” is a common refrain. But how are we actually responding? In the book Slow Fade by Reggie Joiner, Chuc…

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October 26, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Clergy Newsletter - October 26, 2021

News from us College-age ministry, free books, fighting racism and more October 26, 2021 5 Ways to Support College-Age Ministry   “There’s just not enough young people in the church,” is a common refrain. But how are we actually responding? In the book Slow Fade by Reggie …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 7:52 PM

Net News: Asbury and Methodist History

Missouri Net News Asbury’s Historic Anniversary To commemorate the 250th anniversary of Francis Asbury’s arrival in America, Religion News Service selected a variety of historic Methodist churches to highlight in a slide show, including Missouri’s own Old McKendree. Asbury…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, Oct 25, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, October 25, 2021 Focus Church: Centenary (Cape Girardeau) Pastor:  Jennifer Long and spouse Chris   Scripture – Hebrews 9:11-14 11 But Christ has appeared as the high priest of the good things that have happened. He passed through the grea…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 6:16 PM

Net News: Giving Tuesday

Missouri Net News Giving Tuesday Focus: Sewing a Better Future For teenage girls in Mozambique, marrying before age 18 isn’t uncommon. With no economic opportunity outside of marriage, many young girls find themselves in early and often difficult marriages. Local United Me…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct 22-24, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, October 22, 2021 Focus Church: Belleview Pastor:   Sherri L Squires *Lay Minister and spouse Mike   Scripture – Mark 10:52 52 Jesus said, “Go, your faith has healed you.” At once he was able to see, and he began to follow Jesus on the way.…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 7:39 PM

Net News: Race and Culture Survey, Leading Through Resistance

Missouri Net News Missouri Conference Race and Culture Survey The Missouri Conference of The United Methodist Church is conducting research to better understand race and culture within our connection and congregations. The survey is confidential and asks for your thoughts …

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, Oct 21, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, October 21, 2021 Focus Church: Bell City Pastor: George P Rendleman and spouse Gloria     Scripture – Mark 10:46-52 Healing of blind Bartimaeus 46 Jesus and his followers came into Jericho. As Jesus was leaving Jericho, together with his…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 7:26 PM

Net News: Quilt Auction

Missouri Net News Quilt Auction The 2021 Festival of Sharing Quilt Auction site is ready for viewing. See pictures and details of the beautifully quilted throws, wall-hangings, baby blankets, and more.This is a great opportunity to pick out those birthday, Christmas, weddi…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Share Prayers for Wednesday, Oct 20, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, October 20, 2021 Focus Church: Arcadia Valley (Ironton) Pastor:  Barron S Willer and spouse Kimberly   Scripture – Job 42:1-6 Job’s second response 42 Job answered the Lord: 2 I know you can do anything;     no plan of yours can be oppo…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 8:51 PM

Net News: November Magazine, College-Age Ministry

Missouri Net News The Missouri Methodists November 2021 In the November issue of The Missouri Methodists you’ll read about pastors who have traveled half-way around the world to serve churches in rural Missouri, how Alpha is helping churches reach new people, the latest on…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, Oct 19, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, October 19, 2021 Focus Church:  Advance Pastor:  Karen Nothdurft and spouse Paul Please be in prayer for Rev. Barb Hagerla, serving Unionville UMC. She has been admitted to the hospital with health concerns.  Messages of caring can be sen…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Laity Newsletter - October 19, 2021

News from us Technology, Tod Boslinger event and more October 19, 2021 Speaking the Word   When Rick Matson, pastor of Prairie Chapel near Fulton, went back and listened to his January 10 sermon, he discovered something troubling. “Two sentences were unintelligible,” he sa…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Clergy Newsletter - October 19, 2021

News from us NOMADS, college-age ministry and free books October 19, 2021 NOMADS Live Mission in Motion At some point, most everyone has daydreamed about cutting ties and hitting the open road for months on end. The Nomads On a Mission Active in Divine Service (NOMADS) do …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 1:08 PM

The Missouri Methodists November 2021

News from us The Missouri Methodists November 2021 In the November issue of The Missouri Methodists you’ll read about pastors who have traveled half-way around the world to serve churches in rural Missouri, how Alpha is helping churches reach new people, the latest on the …

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 18, 2021 at 7:43 PM

Net News: Exploring Metaphors, College Ministry Grants

Missouri Net News Exploring Metaphors Virtual Discussion Course All of us use metaphors in everyday communication. But how can we create better metaphors for interpreting the world and exploring the Christian life? In this three-part series, we’ll explore metaphorical theo…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 18, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, Oct 18, 2020

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, October 18, 2021 Focus Church: District Superintendent: SE Pastor: Bruce Baxter and spouse Audrey Please hold Rev. Dr. Sara Chaney, retired Gateway Central District, and Rev. Judy Slimmer, North Star, in your prayers. Their father, David C…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct 15-17, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Friday, October 15, 2021 Focus Church: Yeakley Chapel  Pastor:    Josh Mills *Lay Minister and spouse Ashley    Scripture – Mark 10:35-40 A request from James and John 35 James and John, Zebedee’s sons, came to Jesus and said, “Teacher, we want yo…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 6:18 PM

Net News: Fighting Racism

Missouri Net News How to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey toward Racial Justice Dr. Tex Sample and Rev. Dr. Stephen Handy (former Missouri Bishop W.T. Handy’s son) will serve as panelists of a webinar alongside Dr. Jemar Tisby, author of The Color of C…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 14, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Thursday, Oct 14, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Thursday, October 14, 2021 Focus Church: Willow Springs Pastor: Eugene "Gene" West and spouse Pat     Scripture – Job 38:34-41 34 Can you issue an order to the clouds     so their abundant waters cover you? 35 Can you send lightning so that it go…

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Fred Koenig · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 9:30 PM

Net News: Benefits Webinar

Missouri Net News Wespath Delivered to You Virtual Clergy Event From the comfort of your home space or the convenience of your workplace, the best of Wespath Benefits and Investments is delivered to you! Register today for “Delivered to You,” which will take place over two…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Share Prayers for Wednesday, Oct 13, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Focus Church: Willard Pastor:   Michael Skelton * Lay Leader            Scripture – Job 38:1-7 The Lord answers from a whirlwind 38 Then the Lord answered Job from the whirlwind: 2 Who is this darkening counsel     with…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM

NextGen Newsletter: October 2021

Missouri Conference Office of Next Generation Ministries Job openings, grants, meet-and-greet and more College-Age Ministry Grants Available The Office of Next Generation Ministries is excited to announce the availability of college-age ministry grants. We invite loca…

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October 12, 2021 at 8:00 PM

Net News: Lay Servant Ministry Form, Jobs

Missouri Net News Job opportunities in Columbia and Sikeston, Charge Conference Form Lay Servant Ministry Report Charge Conference Form Have you completed at least one Lay Servant Ministry basic or advanced class in the past three years? If so, please fill out an annual lay…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Tuesday, Oct 12, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Tuesday, October 12, 2021 Focus Church: Wesley (Springfield) Pastor: Michael McIntyre and spouse Susan  Pastor: Megan Winget and spouse David Pastor: Chad Walters and spouse Anna Mozambique Church:  Vilanculos Central Pastor: Jacinto Arnaldo Homo …

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Retiree Newsletter Seeking Fall Submissions

News from us We're looking forward to seeing what you've been up to this summer Missouri Conference Retiree, It's time for the fall edition of the retiree newsletter! I hope to send the spring newsletter just before Thanksgiving. To do that, I need your submissions! Just vi…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Laity Newsletter - October 12, 2021

News from us NOMADS, College Ministry, Race and Culture Survey and More October 12, 2021 NOMADS Live Mission in Motion At some point, most everyone has daydreamed about cutting ties and hitting the open road for months on end. The Nomads On a Mission Active in Divine Servi…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Missouri Clergy Newsletter - October 12, 2021

News from us Robo preaching, Tod Bolsinger, Race and Culture Survey, and More October 12, 2021 Speaking the Word   When Rick Matson, pastor of Prairie Chapel near Fulton, went back and listened to his January 10 sermon, he discovered something troubling. “Two sentences wer…

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Lauren Miers · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Net News: Boy Scouts Bankruptcy Update

Missouri Net News If your church currently charters or previously chartered a troop, you're likely to receive a packet Important Boy Scouts of America Bankruptcy Update – Receipt of Disclosure Statement Package If your church currently charters or previously chartered a Boy…

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Susan Brandes · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Shared Prayers for Monday, October 11, 2021

Missouri Shared Prayers Monday, October 11, 2021 Focus Church: Waynesville Pastor:  Brett Reith and spouse Bethany Mozambique Church: Machuuquele Central Pastor:  Amancio Guiane Ngomache   Scripture – Joel 2:21-27 21 Don’t fear, fertile land;     rejoice and be glad,    …

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