Friday, November 13, 2020 to Saturday, November 14, 2020
Location: Missouri Annual Conference Office
Contact Jenny Gragg for more information.
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Monday, November 16, 2020 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Location: Missouri Annual Conference Office
Monday, January 11, 2021 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM (CST)
There was a time when the church focused solely on physical ministry. Then COVID-19 happened, and for months now, the church has put all its energy into digital, learning what it could as fast as it could about how to do church online. But how can ...
Saturday, January 16, 2021 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (CST)
The Candidacy Summit and Inspire This is the third year in which the Centers for Congregational Excellence and Leadership Excellence have combined two events into one. The Candidacy Summit and Inspire (a discernment retreat for people God may be ...
Monday, February 1, 2021
Learn more and get started at https://www.moumethodist.org/new-places-grants-spring.
Thursday, February 11, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” can be used as part of a discipleship plan for ...
Friday, February 12, 2021 to Saturday, February 13, 2021
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Friday, February 12, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” can be used as part of a discipleship plan for ...
Thursday, February 18, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” can be used as part of a discipleship plan for ...
Friday, February 19, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! The “Introduction to Lay Ministry: The BASIC Course” can be used as part of a discipleship plan for ...
Friday, February 19, 2021 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, February 20, 2021 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Classes will be held online
The Basic Course, Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries Registration Deadline: February 17, 2021 Class size limited to 25. This course is the foundation course and allows you to take other courses to becoming a Certified Lay Speaker or Lay ...
Friday, February 26, 2021 10:00 AM to Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 5:00 PM (CST)
The Caring Congregation is excited to announce that our next National Webinar has been set for February 26-27, 2021. This live streamed two-day event covers the Basic CCM Model of Care Training to equip and inspire your staff and volunteers to ...
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Classes will be held online
The Basic Course, Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries Registration Deadline: February 17, 2021 Class size limited to 25. This course is the foundation course and allows you to take other courses to becoming a Certified Lay Speaker or Lay ...
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Location: Church of the Resurrection
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CST Registration fee: $29 Church of the Resurrection’s ShareChurch Ministry will host an online training session March 4 entitled Overcoming Lukewarm Discipleship. The session runs from . Featured Speakers include Chris Folmsbee,...
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Thursday, March 4, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! With this course, “Embracing Personal Prayer”, you will learn to establish a daily practice for ...
Friday, March 5, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! With this course, “Embracing Personal Prayer”, you will learn to establish a daily practice for ...
Saturday, March 6, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! With this course, “Embracing Personal Prayer”, you will learn to establish a daily practice for ...
Sunday, March 7, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Summary of Class Please join us for the 1st Quarter of our Lay Servant Classes. Embrace the SPIRIT OF YES! Introduction of Community Engagement! With this course, “Embracing Personal Prayer”, you will learn to establish a daily practice for ...
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Classes will be held online
The Basic Course, Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries Registration Deadline: February 17, 2021 Class size limited to 25. This course is the foundation course and allows you to take other courses to becoming a Certified Lay Speaker or Lay ...
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, March 17, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Classes will be held online
The Basic Course, Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries Registration Deadline: February 17, 2021 Class size limited to 25. This course is the foundation course and allows you to take other courses to becoming a Certified Lay Speaker or Lay ...
Wednesday, March 24, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Classes will be held online
The Basic Course, Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries Registration Deadline: February 17, 2021 Class size limited to 25. This course is the foundation course and allows you to take other courses to becoming a Certified Lay Speaker or Lay ...
Saturday, April 10, 2021 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Online Event
Registration Deadline - April 3, 2021 Virtually join consultant, coach, author and spiritual director Susan Beaumont on April 10, 2021 for this lay event. Learn how to identify your point of focus during a season of uncertainty, lead with a ...
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Friday, April 30, 2021 to Saturday, May 1, 2021
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Wednesday, May 5, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Title of Class: Lay Servants Lead in Conflict Summary of Class: Every church deals with conflict, both healthy and unhealthy, and lay servants can be equipped and empowered to help lead through those times of conflict as a time of transformation. ...
Wednesday, May 12, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Title of Class: Lay Servants Lead in Conflict Summary of Class: Every church deals with conflict, both healthy and unhealthy, and lay servants can be equipped and empowered to help lead through those times of conflict as a time of transformation. ...
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Title of Class: Lay Servants Lead in Conflict Summary of Class: Every church deals with conflict, both healthy and unhealthy, and lay servants can be equipped and empowered to help lead through those times of conflict as a time of transformation. ...
Wednesday, May 26, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Zoom
Title of Class: Lay Servants Lead in Conflict Summary of Class: Every church deals with conflict, both healthy and unhealthy, and lay servants can be equipped and empowered to help lead through those times of conflict as a time of transformation. ...
Monday, June 7, 2021 to Saturday, June 12, 2021
Xtreme Camp is a fast paced, fun, and high energy experience held at the state of the art facilities of Eagle Sky Christian Camp. Campers will explore the story of God while having a ton of fun and building relationships that will change their lives....
Monday, June 7, 2021 to Saturday, June 12, 2021
Xtreme Ignited is a high school camp designed to equip, transform, and ignite a deeper faith in Christ. Campers will be challenged, empowered, and unleashed at the state of the art facilities of Eagle Sky Christian Camp. Campers will explore the ...
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Friday, June 18, 2021
Location: Zoom
Title of Class Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition, Online Summary of class This course covers some of the features of John Wesley's devotional life, and it illustrates how you can apply his concepts to your own growth through spiritual ...
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Location: Zoom
Title of Class Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition, Online Summary of class This course covers some of the features of John Wesley's devotional life, and it illustrates how you can apply his concepts to your own growth through spiritual ...
Thursday, June 24, 2021 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
This course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and ...
Friday, June 25, 2021
Location: Zoom
Title of Class Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition, Online Summary of class This course covers some of the features of John Wesley's devotional life, and it illustrates how you can apply his concepts to your own growth through spiritual ...
Saturday, June 26, 2021
Location: Zoom
Title of Class Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition, Online Summary of class This course covers some of the features of John Wesley's devotional life, and it illustrates how you can apply his concepts to your own growth through spiritual ...
Monday, July 5, 2021 to Saturday, July 10, 2021
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to serve. Leadership camp is all about learning to be a servant leader. Through actual hands-on learning opportunities that will get you growing, you will discover how to share your gifts at camp, in your church and...
Monday, July 5, 2021 to Saturday, July 10, 2021
Some of us end up twisted and backwards in our faith. A week at camp will get you turned around and living the Extreme life of a Christ follower! Join us as we worship together, serve, swim hike, study the Bible and discover what it means to have a ...
Monday, July 5, 2021 to Saturday, July 10, 2021
Older Elementary Extreme Camp is dedicated to helping 4th, 5th and 6th grade students begin their journey as a Christian by identifying who Jesus Christ is. Through daily Bible studies, worship services and fun activities, we will discover what it ...
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Title of Class: Public Prayer, Virtual via Zoom Summary of Class: Praying in public can be daunting, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and ...
Monday, July 19, 2021 to Saturday, July 24, 2021
A tradition for over 40 years, Sanctuary Kamp is a unique camp that connects multiple generations together and strives to bring every camper closer to God. Whether you come to enjoy the beauty of nature, evening campfires, talent shows or great ...
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Title of Class: Public Prayer, Virtual via Zoom Summary of Class: Praying in public can be daunting, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and ...
Wednesday, July 28, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Title of Class: Public Prayer, Virtual via Zoom Summary of Class: Praying in public can be daunting, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and ...
Wednesday, August 4, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Title of Class: Public Prayer, Virtual via Zoom Summary of Class: Praying in public can be daunting, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and ...
Monday, August 9, 2021
Title of Event GR Lay Servant Ministry Class: Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Title of Class Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Summary of class God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay ...
Wednesday, August 11, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Title of Class: Public Prayer, Virtual via Zoom Summary of Class: Praying in public can be daunting, but prayer is something one learns. This course on praying in public will help the participant grow in confidence and skill in public prayer and ...
Monday, August 16, 2021
Title of Event GR Lay Servant Ministry Class: Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Title of Class Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Summary of class God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay ...
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 to Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Fall Board of Ordained Ministry meeting
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Monday, August 23, 2021
Title of Event GR Lay Servant Ministry Class: Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Title of Class Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, Online Summary of class God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay ...
Tuesday, August 24, 2021 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (CST)
Over the past 18-months, many churches have developed an online worship service and digital presence. But livestreaming worship alone isn’t enough to make disciples online. Join Rev. Cathy Townley, your digital worship coach, for a two-part workshop ...
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (CST)
Over the past 18-months, many churches have developed an online worship service and digital presence. But livestreaming worship alone isn’t enough to make disciples online. Join Rev. Cathy Townley, your digital worship coach, for a two-part workshop ...
Thursday, September 9, 2021 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Community UMC
For the better part of a generation, the church has faced a rapidly changing world, one that has pushed the church out of the center of the culture to the margins. Then COVID-19 happened, and the disruption to church as we knew it accelerated. Join ...
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Learn more and get started at https://www.moumethodist.org/new-places-grants-fall.
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 to Friday, September 24, 2021
Wednesday, September 29, 2021 to Thursday, September 30, 2021
Friday, October 1, 2021
Learn more here: http://www.moumethodist.org/costnerfulton
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Monday, October 11, 2021 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Location: Conference Office
Monday, October 18, 2021 to Thursday, October 21, 2021
Monday, October 18, 2021 to Friday, October 22, 2021
Location: Virtual
Everyone wins when a leader is coached. Coaching unleashes our potential, increases our capacity and enables the best version of ourselves. The Missouri Conference envisions a culture of coaching where every pastor has a coach. This vision can only ...
Friday, October 22, 2021 to Sunday, October 24, 2021
Location: Manchester UMC
Building on our rich Wesleyan heritage of social holiness, Manchester UMC will host Methodists from across the connection in a two-day conference dedicated to the topic of “Just Missions.” The Walk Justly Conference is a NEW annual gathering of ...
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Wednesday, October 27, 2021 to Thursday, October 28, 2021
Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:00 AM to Friday, October 29, 2021 at 1:00 PM (CST)
Most leaders assume that navigating the challenges of a changing world, while trying to lead wisely and well, will be the most difficult thing they face. Yet, oftentimes the most important obstacle isn’t the one faced outside the church: It’s the ...
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 to Thursday, November 11, 2021
Location: Missouri Annual Conference
Board of Ordained Ministry Full Connection interviews
Thursday, November 11, 2021 to Friday, November 12, 2021
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, January 8, 2022 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: Missouri Conference Office
Have you ever dreamed of starting something new that will reach new people? God is doing new things throughout the world and in the most unlikely places. New faith communities can take a variety of forms like a small group, recovery ministry, or a ...
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 to Friday, January 21, 2022
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 to Thursday, January 27, 2022
Location: Missouri Annual Conference
Board of Ordained Ministry commissioning interviews
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
WOW, THIS CLASS WAS POPULAR! WHILE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS CLOSED, WE'RE WORKING TO IDENTIFY A DATE TO OFFER THIS CLASS AGAIN. KEEP AN EYE ON THE LAY EDUCATION PAGE AND THE LAITY NEWSLETTER FOR UPDATES. Have you ever wondered how this ...
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
WOW, THIS CLASS WAS POPULAR! WHILE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS CLOSED, WE'RE WORKING TO IDENTIFY A DATE TO OFFER THIS CLASS AGAIN. KEEP AN EYE ON THE LAY EDUCATION PAGE AND THE LAITY NEWSLETTER FOR UPDATES. Have you ever wondered how this ...
Thursday, February 3, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
WOW, THIS CLASS WAS POPULAR! WHILE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS CLOSED, WE'RE WORKING TO IDENTIFY A DATE TO OFFER THIS CLASS AGAIN. KEEP AN EYE ON THE LAY EDUCATION PAGE AND THE LAITY NEWSLETTER FOR UPDATES. Have you ever wondered how this ...
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 to Thursday, February 10, 2022
Thursday, February 10, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Saturday, February 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Wesley United Methodist Church
This is an advanced class in the Lay Servant Ministry program. The key to Wesley’s way of sharing the faith is to relate to others in love, compassion and gratitude for God’s divine grace. Transforming Evangelism is steeped in the Wesleyan tradition,...
Saturday, February 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Wesley United Methodist Church
God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord. This class is the foundation for all...
Saturday, February 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Wesley United Methodist Church
This is an advanced class. Prayer is something we learn. It is something that can be taught. For many, however, the only teaching about prayer they ever receive is modeled in Sunday worship. This course may challenge some of your assumptions, test ...
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
WOW, THIS CLASS WAS POPULAR! WHILE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS CLOSED, WE'RE WORKING TO IDENTIFY A DATE TO OFFER THIS CLASS AGAIN. KEEP AN EYE ON THE LAY EDUCATION PAGE AND THE LAITY NEWSLETTER FOR UPDATES. Have you ever wondered how this ...
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 to Thursday, February 17, 2022
Thursday, February 17, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 7:00 PM (CST)
We have reached capacity for this class and registration is now closed. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact Becky Hoener. Title of Event GC Lay Servant Ministry Class Intentional Discipleship Online Title of Class ...
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 to Thursday, February 24, 2022
Thursday, February 24, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Friday, February 25, 2022 9:00 AM to Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 4:00 PM (CST)
Register now for the Caring Congregation's Spring 2022 Care Ministry Webinar. This national training is offered only two times per year. Pastors and care ministers, register here for this 2-day live webinar on Friday and Saturday, Feb 25 & 26, 2022 ...
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 7:00 PM (CST)
We have reached capacity for this class and registration is now closed. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact Becky Hoener. Title of Event GC Lay Servant Ministry Class Intentional Discipleship Online Title of Class ...
Thursday, March 3, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 7:00 PM (CST)
We have reached capacity for this class and registration is now closed. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact Becky Hoener. Title of Event GC Lay Servant Ministry Class Intentional Discipleship Online Title of Class ...
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 to Thursday, March 10, 2022
Thursday, March 10, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Tuesday, March 15, 2022 7:00 PM (CST)
We have reached capacity for this class and registration is now closed. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact Becky Hoener. Title of Event GC Lay Servant Ministry Class Intentional Discipleship Online Title of Class ...
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 to Thursday, March 17, 2022
Thursday, March 17, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Friday, March 18, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
Join Yvette Richards as she leads the First Quarter BASIC Course. Yvette currently serves as the Heartland District Director of Lay Servant Ministry and Director of Community Connections and Missions at St. James UMC. She has taught many courses for ...
Saturday, March 19, 2022 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Location: Camdenton UMC
This event has been cancelled. Have you ever been curious, or perhaps frustrated, about how someone younger or older than you communicates? Do you wonder what influences them and how you can improve your connection? Communicating Across Generations ...
Wednesday, March 23, 2022 to Thursday, March 24, 2022
Thursday, March 24, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Would you like to include a large number of new people in your church? It’s easier than you think. But you need to know the secret. Although very few people talk about this, it is the basic building block of all healthy and vital churches. It all ...
Friday, March 25, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Location: Online via Zoom
Join Yvette Richards as she leads the First Quarter BASIC Course. Yvette currently serves as the Heartland District Director of Lay Servant Ministry and Director of Community Connections and Missions at St. James UMC. She has taught many courses for ...
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 to Thursday, March 31, 2022
Friday, April 1, 2022
Starting a new place for new people? There's a grant for that. Apply for a New Places Grant from now until September 15. Grants are available for the five types of new places for new people: Small Group Missional Community Recovery Ministry New ...
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes on March 31, 2022 You may have heard by now about the remarkable impact Alpha has been making in the lives of believers and unbelievers alike but are you wondering what exactly Alpha is all about? We’re glad you asked! But first, ...
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 to Thursday, April 7, 2022
Saturday, April 9, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Byers Ave UMC
There are two classes available: Discovering Spiritual Gifts All participants in the Body of Christ depend on the spiritual gifts God has given them. Explore your gifts of the Holy Spirit and learn how to align with God's purpose to become a more ...
Saturday, April 30, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Kimberling City UMC
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 25, 2022. Title of Class: Basic Lay Servant Ministry Class Summary of Class This is the Basic course required for all levels of recognition in Lay Servant Ministries. It will familiarize you with leading, caring and ...
Saturday, April 30, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Kimberling City UMC
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 25, 2022. Title of Class: Leading Public Prayer Lay Servant Ministry Class Summary of Class Public Prayer is an advanced Lay Servant Ministries class to encourage you to feel confident when asked to pray in a ...
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 to Thursday, May 5, 2022
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 to Thursday, May 12, 2022
Monday, June 6, 2022 to Saturday, June 11, 2022
Xtreme Kids Camp is for kids ages 8-11 and will ignite their faith through experiencing the beauty of God’s creation and the joy of fellowship. Through new and challenging experiences kids will gain confidence in themselves and the God who loves ...
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Monday, June 6, 2022 to Saturday, June 11, 2022
Xtreme Ignited is designed to equip, transform, and ignite a deeper faith in Christ. Campers will be challenged, empowered, and unleashed. Xtreme Ignited Camp will be held at Eagle Sky Christian Camps in their “North Camp” that includes the Triplex ...
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Monday, June 6, 2022 to Saturday, June 11, 2022
Xtreme Camp is a fast-paced, fun, and high-energy experience for campers ages 12-14. Campers will explore the story of God while having a ton of fun and building relationships that will change their lives. Xtreme Camp will be held at Eagle Sky ...
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Monday, June 20, 2022 to Friday, June 24, 2022
Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with First UMC-Sikeston, NextGen Ministries strives to provide a unique environment ...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2022 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders ...
Thursday, June 23, 2022 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022 | 10am – 3pm Hosts: Church of the Resurrection’s ShareChurch Ministry As we emerge from a global pandemic, the art of reaching new people has become more critical than ever before. For nearly two years, people have been ...
Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to Saturday, July 9, 2022
Some of us end up twisted and backwards in our faith. A week at camp will get you turned around and living the Extreme life of a Christ follower! Join us as we worship together, serve, swim hike, study the Bible and discover what it means to have a ...
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Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to Saturday, July 9, 2022
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to serve. Leadership camp is all about learning to be a servant leader. Through actual hands-on learning opportunities that will get you growing, you will discover how to share your gifts at camp, in your church and...
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Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to Saturday, July 9, 2022
Older Elementary Extreme Camp is dedicated to helping 4th, 5th and 6th grade students begin their journey as a Christian by identifying who Jesus Christ is. Through daily Bible studies, worship services and fun activities, we will discover what it ...
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Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to Friday, July 8, 2022
Note: This camp is 4 days only from Tuesday-Friday Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with Concord Trinity UMC, NextGen ...
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Monday, July 11, 2022 to Friday, July 15, 2022
Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with Campbell UMC, NextGen Ministries strives to provide a unique environment where ...
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Monday, July 18, 2022 to Friday, July 22, 2022
Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with Faithbridge Church and Harper Chapel UMC, NextGen Ministries strives to provide a...
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Monday, July 18, 2022 to Friday, July 22, 2022
A tradition for over 40 years, Sanctuary Kamp is a unique camp that connects multiple generations together and strives to bring every camper closer to God. Whether you come to enjoy the beauty of nature, evening campfires, talent shows or great ...
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Monday, July 25, 2022 to Friday, July 29, 2022
Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with Missouri UMC and Community UMC, NextGen Ministries strives to provide a unique ...
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Wednesday, July 27, 2022 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders ...
Monday, August 1, 2022 to Friday, August 5, 2022
Whether you have attended any camp before or whether this is your very first summer, action-packed NextGen Day Camp has something for you. Through a partnership with Pleasant Grove UMC, NextGen Ministries strives to provide a unique environment ...
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Thursday, August 4, 2022
Registration for this course ends on August 1, or when 25 people have registered, whichever comes first. Class Summary The Basic course is an easy way to learn more about Methodism, and our history, heritage, administration and organization. You ...
Friday, August 5, 2022
Registration for this course ends on August 1, or when 25 people have registered, whichever comes first. Class Summary The Basic course is an easy way to learn more about Methodism, and our history, heritage, administration and organization. You ...
Saturday, August 6, 2022
Registration for this course ends on August 1, or when 25 people have registered, whichever comes first. Class Summary The Basic course is an easy way to learn more about Methodism, and our history, heritage, administration and organization. You ...
Monday, August 8, 2022 to Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Registration for this course ends on August 1, or when 25 people have registered, whichever comes first. Class Summary This study is for everyone who moves at breakneck speed through their daily lives, often relying only on their own strength to ...
Sunday, August 14, 2022 to Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Location: Church of the Resurrection-Student Center
Worship Planning Retreat led by Dr. Marcia McFee and Jason Moore in KC! Saint Paul School of Theology is co-hosting alumnus Dr. Marcia McFee’s national annual long-range worship planning for the next liturgical year in Kansas City on August 14-17, ...
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Thursday, August 18, 2022 to Saturday, August 20, 2022
Location: The American Hotel
August 18-20, 2022 The American Hotel | Atlanta, Georgia We are excited to announce the inaugural event for the Junius B. Dotson Institute for Music and Worship in the Black Church and Beyond will take place on August 18-20, 2022 in Atlanta, ...
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Wednesday, August 24, 2022 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders ...
Thursday, September 8, 2022 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CST)
Saturday, September 10, 2022 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM (CST)
Location: First UMC
In-person and virtual options available. Meet District Lay Leaders and your District Lay Education Coordinator during a time of connection, networking and conversation. Registration closes on Friday, September 9 at 12 p.m.
Thursday, September 15, 2022 7:00 PM (CST)
Invitation to Action A chance to be part of the new district laity Join us on September 15 at 7:00pm via Zoom for a laity discussion of: The DS's 3 D Plan The needs of the district The opportunities to serve The Zoom link will be sent in the ...
Saturday, September 17, 2022 8:45 AM to 4:15 PM (CST)
Location: Manchester UMC
Interested folks are invited to Manchester UMC on Saturday, September 17 for a Men’s Gathering focused on starting/reviving/re-energizing a new or inactive men’s ministry. The event, breakfast and lunch are provided by the conference at no cost to ...
Tuesday, September 20, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (CST)
Registration closes on September 20, 2022. Explore Alpha and understand how it can work as an effective tool to reach your community, no matter where they’re at on their faith journey. Alpha, a series of group sessions exploring the basics of the ...
Saturday, September 24, 2022 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)
Location: Antioch United Methodist Church
Registration for this course ends on September 16. Class Summary What is a disciple and why is discipleship important to your church life? How does your church make disciples? This class will challenge your thinking about growing disciples and ...
Saturday, September 24, 2022 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)
Location: Antioch United Methodist Church
Registration for this course ends on September 16. Class Summary All participants in the Body of Christ depend on the spiritual gifts God has given them. Explore your gifts of the Holy Spirit and learn how to align with God's purpose to be more ...
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders ...
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Starting a new place for new people? There's a grant for that. Apply for a New Places Grant from now until October 1. Grants are available for the several types of new places for new people: Small Group Missional Community Recovery Ministry New ...
Saturday, October 1, 2022
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Sunday, October 2, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes when 25 participants have registered OR on September 28. Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices is an ONLINE course being offered Sunday evenings, 5:30-7 p.m. on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. This course will ...
Thursday, October 6, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
If you are a laity of a United Methodist Church in the Southwest District and you are interested in being part of the virtual meet and greet on October 6, 2022, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm please email Tiffany Freeman at the District Office for the zoom ...
Saturday, October 8, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: St. James South UMC
In-person and virtual options available. Meet District Lay Leaders and your District Lay Education Coordinator during a time of connection, networking and conversation. Registration closes on Wednesday, October 5.
Sunday, October 9, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes when 25 participants have registered OR on September 28. Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices is an ONLINE course being offered Sunday evenings, 5:30-7 p.m. on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. This course will ...
Sunday, October 16, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes when 25 participants have registered OR on September 28. Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices is an ONLINE course being offered Sunday evenings, 5:30-7 p.m. on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. This course will ...
Sunday, October 23, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes when 25 participants have registered OR on September 28. Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices is an ONLINE course being offered Sunday evenings, 5:30-7 p.m. on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. This course will ...
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (CST)
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders ...
Thursday, October 27, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (CST)
Is there a reliable model for cooperation among local churches that can unleash the power of a mission-focused faith? This webinar with Kay Kotan and Jason C. Stanley will help laity and clergy understand the what, why, and how of cooperative parish ...
Sunday, October 30, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (CST)
Registration closes when 25 participants have registered OR on September 28. Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices is an ONLINE course being offered Sunday evenings, 5:30-7 p.m. on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. This course will ...
Saturday, November 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)
Location: First UMC
Registration for this course ends on November 4. Class Summary The Class Meeting is a means of grace that has the ability to transform people and facilitate spiritual growth. The instruction is focused on the history of the class meeting, the ...
Saturday, November 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)
Location: First UMC
Registration for this course ends on November 4. Class Summary The history and beliefs of the United Methodist church lays the foundation for our ministry, outreach, and testimonies. This introduction will trace the beginnings of the Methodist ...
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 10:00 AM to Friday, January 13, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 to Thursday, January 26, 2023
Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Festus UMC
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional health and spiritual health are inseparable and that many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This one-day In ...
Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Festus UMC
The purpose of the Ministry of All Believers course is to clarify the critical role of the laity in the life and mission of the Church and to inspire and equip lay persons to pursue God’s call on their lives as part of the Body of Christ. The course ...
Saturday, January 28, 2023 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: Community UMC
The purpose of the Ministry of All Believers course is to clarify the critical role of the laity in the life and mission of the Church and to inspire and equip lay persons to pursue God’s call on their lives as part of the Body of Christ. Dr. Michael...
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Application deadline for internship and host site applications. Learn more and apply at www.moumethodist.org/internships.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, February 11, 2023 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: First Chillicothe UMC
The purpose of the Ministry of All Believers course is to clarify the critical role of the laity in the life and mission of the Church and to inspire and equip lay persons to pursue God’s call on their lives as part of the Body of Christ. Dr. Michael...
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, February 18, 2023 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: First Sedalia: Celebration Center
The purpose of the Ministry of All Believers course is to clarify the critical role of the laity in the life and mission of the Church and to inspire and equip lay persons to pursue God’s call on their lives as part of the Body of Christ. Dr. Michael...
Thursday, February 23, 2023 9:00 AM to Friday, February 24, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, February 25, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Warsaw UMC
This course is a model for congregational care, a laity-centered ministry, where laypersons receive training and are then commissioned to serve as Congregational Care Ministers (CCMs), caring for the people in their congregation and community ...
Saturday, February 25, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: Warsaw UMC
The purpose of the Ministry of All Believers course is to clarify the critical role of the laity in the life and mission of the Church and to inspire and equip lay persons to pursue God’s call on their lives as part of the Body of Christ. The course ...
Saturday, February 25, 2023 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: First Kirksville UMC
The Christian Leadership & Visioning class is an advanced course for all those who are called to live out the mission of “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world,” it explores the book “Lay Servants as Christian ...
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Saturday, March 4, 2023 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Location: Community UMC
The Christian Leadership & Visioning class is an advanced course for all those who are called to live out the mission of “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world,” it explores the book “Lay Servants as Christian ...
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, April 13, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Saturday, April 15, 2023 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)
Location: Salem UMC
Class Summary This course will work with an approach to biblical interpretation that takes both texts and reading context into account. Each participant will also study how historical, social, and cultural diversity are part of the study of the ...
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Saturday, April 15, 2023 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Salem UMC
Called to Preach is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training, supply pastors seeking a basic refresher course, and others exploring the call to preach. Called to Preach is the required preaching course for the Certified ...
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Saturday, April 15, 2023 5:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Wednesday, April 26, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, April 27, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
This class will help congregations learn to build relationships and reach outside their church to connect people with Jesus Christ. The class will discuss questions like: What are the obstacles in your church to reach out into the community? If ...
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Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
The Class Meeting is a means of grace that has the ability to transform each of us and facilitate spiritual growth. Students will learn how and why the class meeting became an essential element of Wesleyan spirituality that expanded the Methodist ...
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Thursday, May 4, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Wednesday, May 10, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, May 11, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Tuesday, May 16, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Saturday, May 20, 2023 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, May 25, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Wednesday, May 31, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Thursday, June 1, 2023
More information is available at www.moumethodist.org/scholarships
Thursday, June 1, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CST)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional and spiritual health are inseparable. Many of us get stuck spiritually because we haven't done the hard work of becoming emotionally healthy. This eight-week ONLINE course, ...
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Tuesday, June 6, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Friday, August 25, 2023 to Saturday, August 26, 2023
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Tuesday, August 29, 2023 to Friday, September 1, 2023
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Location: Missouri Conference Office
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Sunday, October 1, 2023
Starting a new place for new people? There's a grant for that. Apply for a New Places Grant from now until October 1. Grants are available for the several types of new places for new people: Small Group Missional Community Recovery Ministry New ...
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Learn more here: http://www.moumethodist.org/costnerfulton
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Wednesday, October 4, 2023 9:00 AM to Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 3:00 PM (CST)
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Location: Missouri Conference Office
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Tuesday, November 7, 2023 to Thursday, November 9, 2023
Location: Missouri Conference Office
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (CST)
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Location: Missouri Conference Office
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Wednesday, November 15, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CST)
Friday, November 17, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 AM (CST)