Call Connector

As Christians we are all called to be ministers in the world.  Some people are called to ministry as a vocation. "Call experiences" differ from person to person.  One common ingredient in many call stories is how God uses other people to help prepare the way for the call or help in discernment after the call. Who in your church might better notice, name and nurture those God is calling to ministry as a vocation?  We invite you to learn more about "call...

Call Connector

As Christians we are all called to be ministers in the world.  Some people are called to ministry as a vocation. "Call experiences" differ from person to person.  One common ingredient in many call stories is how God uses other people to help prepare the way for the call or help in discernment after the call. Who in your church might better notice, name and nurture those God is calling to ministry as a vocation?  We invite you to learn more about "call...

Heartland South Laity Training Event

Heartland South Laity Training Event Saturday February 4th and 11th, 2012 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.   Windsor UMC, Windsor, MO   Both the Basic Lay Speaking Training and Advanced Lay Speaking Training will be offered. We will be using “Dancing with Words” by Ray Buckley as the text for the Advanced Course.   Watch the Heartland South Web site http://www.heartlandsouthumc.org/districtconferenceevents for further information and registration....

Call Connector

As Christians we are all called to be ministers in the world.  Some people are called to ministry as a vocation. "Call experiences" differ from person to person.  One common ingredient in many call stories is how God uses other people to help prepare the way for the call or help in discernment after the call. Who in your church might better notice, name and nurture those God is calling to ministry as a vocation?  We invite you to learn more about "call...

Children's Ministry Forum 2012

Ready for a New Song! Recreating Your Ministry February 21-23, 2012 Calvary UMC, Nashville, TN For Children’s Ministry Leaders in Larger Congregations Sing to the Lord a New Song. Psalm 96 YOU are invited to come…. Listen to the Song Learn Your Song Lead the Song Goals for Conference 1. To understand that God created and is re-creating 2. To realize we are chosen and called into ministry to sing God’s song, to find that song and to claim it as leaders in ministry with...

Graduating Senior Retreat

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Call Connector

As Christians we are all called to be ministers in the world.  Some people are called to ministry as a vocation. "Call experiences" differ from person to person.  One common ingredient in many call stories is how God uses other people to help prepare the way for the call or help in discernment after the call. Who in your church might better notice, name and nurture those God is calling to ministry as a vocation?  We invite you to learn more about "call...

Renew Retreat

Refresh. Restore. RENEW. You’re invited to attend a 3-day RENEW retreat for United Methodist clergy. RENEW will give you 2 rare gifts: time and space. You will have time to rest, talk together, and to reflect on relationships and leadership. You will have space to be away from the pace of the daily routine. A Gift to You RENEW retreats are a donated gift to you. The only cost to participants is travel to and from the location. February 28-March 1, 2012 - (Singles Retreat) For future...

Confirmation Days

WHERE:  St. Louis, MO.  This year we are having one location on Saturday.  Friday night will have several locations depending on what is best for you and the travel schedule. WHEN:  March 2nd - 3rd, 2012 WHO:  Anyone who is in confirmation, pastors, confirmation mentors, teachers.  Other youth not in confirmation are welcome.  All adults must be Conference Safe Sanctuaries certified. WHAT TO BRING:  ...

Team Leader Training

Join us for a day of learning the ins and outs of leading a successful mission experience. Topics will include best practices for planning missions, team safety, cultural sensitivity and more! Cost is $36 for one and $50 for two....

Call Connector

As Christians we are all called to be ministers in the world.  Some people are called to ministry as a vocation. "Call experiences" differ from person to person.  One common ingredient in many call stories is how God uses other people to help prepare the way for the call or help in discernment after the call. Who in your church might better notice, name and nurture those God is calling to ministry as a vocation?  We invite you to learn more about "call...

Legislative Training Event

Legislative Training Event March 6-7 Capitol Plaza Hotel, 415 W. McCarty St, Jefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: (573) 635-1234 | Fax: (573) 635-4565 Link to Capital Plaza: http://www.capitolplazajeffersoncity.com/ Link to web page: http://moumethodist.org/pages/detail/1189 Contact: Rachel Bachenberg, Chair – PO Box 481187, KCMO 64148, (816) 547-3975 dolphinbach@hotmail.com Contact: Linda Jackson, Registrar - 10923 Myrtle Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64137 (816) 765-2324 /...

Small Church Leadership Institute

March 11-15, 2012 Sunday 7 pm worship thru Thursday noon Register at: www.mountsequoyah.org...

Laity Connection - Remember the Future; The Challenge of Leadership

“Remember The Future; The Challenge of Leadership” Luke 5: 29—39 Presented by Bishop Robert Schnase Saturday, March 24, 2012 9:00 AM— 3:00 PM Aldersgate UMC Nixa, MO Click here for flyer Robert Schnase serves as bishop of the Missouri Area of The United Methodist Church. Based in Columbia, Mo., he is the leader of nearly 900 congregations with 175,000 members across the state, offering ministry through local churches, colleges, campus ministries, social services...

MO Conference UMW Program, Finance and Mission Team meetings

MO Conference UMW Program, Finance and Mission Team meetings March 30-31 Location: Conference Center in Columbia. Link to Conference Center map: http://moumethodist.org/pages/detail/703 The Mission Team includes District presidents; the Finance team also includes District treasurers. Contact: Paula Ackerson, VP: 4476 Peace Church Ave., Joplin, MO 64801 (417) 437-9628 Paula64801@yahoo.com...

Heartland Districts Lenten Breakfast

For information, contact Bill Mooney....

Confirmation Retreat - Wilderness Camp

WHO:  Confirmands, pastors, adult mentors, parents. WHERE:  Wildnerness Camp, April 13th - 14th, 2012 COST:  $40 per person; includes snacks and two meals on Saturday.  T-shirts not included in price of registration, but are available at $7 apiece.  It is the same as you received at Confirmation with the Bishop. WHAT TO BRING:  Sleeping bag or bedding for twin bunk bed, pillow, towel, personal items, Bible, clothes appropriate for being...

Confirmation Retreat at Camp Jo-Ota

WHO:  Confirmands, pastors, adult mentors, parents. WHERE:  Camp Jo-Ota, April 20th - 21st, 2012 COST:  $40 per person; includes snacks and two meals on Saturday.  T-shirts not included in price of registration, but are available at $7 apiece.  It is the same as you received at Confirmation with the Bishop. WHAT TO BRING:  Sleeping bag or bedding for twin bunk bed, pillow, towel, personal items, Bible, clothes appropriate for being outside. Adults...

Confirmation Retreat - Blue Mountain

WHO:  Confirmands, pastors, adult mentors, parents. WHERE:  Blue Mountain, April 27th - 28th, 2012 COST:  $40 per person; includes snacks and two meals on Saturday.  T-shirts not included in price of registration, but are available at $7 apiece.  It is the same as you received at Confirmation with the Bishop. WHAT TO BRING:  Sleeping bag or bedding for twin bunk bed, pillow, towel, personal items, Bible, clothes appropriate for being outside. Adults...

Spiritual Growth Retreat

Spiritual Growth Retreat April 27-28 Contact: Ruth Pirch...