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Clergy Benefits Academy
posted on January 09
The Clergy Benefits Academy is from Feb. 17-19 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Clergy can earn up to 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by attending this event. The early-bird registration price of ...
Financial Peace University for Pastors Only
posted on January 09
This program was uniquely created just for pastors. The Clergy and Church Financial Ministry (C2FM) is working with Ramsey Solutions on a new journey through Financial Peace University specifically ...
Host a Mobile Camp Next Summer
posted on January 09
Next Generation Ministries still has a limited number of spaces remaining for churches to host Mobile Camp in Summer 2020. Mobile Camp is a fantastic opportunity to invite the children of your ...
NextGen Gatherings - Springfield
posted on January 09
We’ve changed our name! Lunch on Us has changed to NextGen Gatherings. Join Maggie Lohmeyer from NextGen Ministries, fellow NextGen pastors and volunteer leaders to network, share ideas and learn ...
Protocol of Reconciliation & Grace Through Separation Livestream for January 13
posted on January 09
A livestreamed panel discussion with members of the team that developed a new proposal for The United Methodist Church’s future is set for Monday, Jan. 13. The panel interview, conducted by UM News, ...
Puerto Rico Mission Trip
posted on January 09
The offices of NextGen Ministry and Mission, Service and Justice are excited to be partnering to offer a mission trip opportunity to Puerto Rico from May 23-30, 2020. This trip will be open to high ...
The Art of Hospitality
posted on January 09
Hospitality matters in the church. In fact, we are commanded through scripture to demonstrate care and love to others. In John 15:12, Jesus tells us, “This is my commandment, that you love one ...
United Methodist Traditionalists, Centrists, Progressives, & Bishops Sign Agreement Aimed at Separation
posted on January 07
A diverse group of representatives from United Methodist advocacy groups with contrasting views and bishops from around the world has collaborated on a proposed agreement for the separation of The ...
Keeping Your Church Safe From Violence
posted on January 06
In the wake of recent church shootings, the calm and sense of security of sanctuaries across the country have been shattered. Church leaders find themselves grappling not only with the pastoral and ...
Missouri Statement on Protocol of Separation
posted on January 06
January 3, 2020 Dear Colleagues in Christ, Grace and peace to you in the name of Christ Jesus. I write to call your attention to the results of a mediation process undertaken by 16 United ...
The Church + Politics Legal Webinar
posted on December 18
As we head into an election year, this one-hour webinar answers questions about how pastors and churches can legally engage in political speech and activities. Learn more about the Johnson Amendment, ...
Training Material from Laity Courses
posted on December 05
This is the Powerpoint File for the Lay Speaking Students.
Breaking Ground
posted on December 03
As a member of Habitat for Humanity in Joplin, Barbara Huff knows the town has a housing shortage. The answer is more housing. But what if the housing was built as affordable rental housing? What if ...
Candidacy Summit - Inspire January 2020
posted on December 03
Discover a community of like-minded people who are exploring the options of starting their own ministry at Inspire. Find more information at: https://www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/candidacy-su...
End of Year Stats
posted on December 03
You can enter your end-of-year stats starting from Dec. 23, 2019- January 31, 2020. You can access the module here. For more information visit our website. Username: GCFA # Password: Conference ID ...
Seminary Internships
posted on December 03
There are three seminary internships opportunities open for applications, you can find all the details at the link below.
Leap 2020
posted on November 12
Leap 2020 is a one-day conference experience for middle and high school students happening at First St. Charles UMC in the STL area and at Platte Woods UMC in the KC area on Saturday, February 29, ...
New Places Grants - Deadline Feb. 1
posted on November 12
New Places grants are open for application, there are five different types of grants available with a deadline of Feb. 1. It's recommended that applicants start gathering information at least eight ...
Open Hearts, Open Books
posted on November 12
Open Hearts, Open Books website is up and ready for submissions! This program is developed with the purpose of connecting 100,000 children with 100,000 books. Find all the details on their website.
Planting Academy
posted on November 12
If you think God may be calling you to start something new, getting equipped and discerning your call through the Missouri Planting Academy is a great place to start. The Planting Academy is designed ...
NextGen is hiring for Ignite Mobile Camp Counselors!
posted on November 04
Do you know any young adults looking for the summer of a lifetime? NextGen is hiring now for Ignite Mobile Camp Counselors! Counselors will travel all over the state and build their relationship ...
Southwest's Spotlight Ministries: Theology on Tap
posted on October 01
In this series of our Spotlight Ministries, we are featuring Neosho United Methodist Church and their Theology on Tap ministry. This is held at Indian Springs Brewing Company on the Neosho Square the ...
Southwest's Spotlight Ministries: Jasper UMC's Back to School Bash
posted on August 27
In this series of our Spotlight Ministries, we are featuring Jasper United Methodist Church and the Back to School Bash they host annually. These questions are answered by Rev. Robert (Bob) Howard who...
Southwest's Spotlight Ministries: Neosho UMC's Blessing Box
posted on August 20
In our second series of our Spotlight Ministries, we are featuring Neosho United Methodist Church and the Blessing Box they provide, plus the support of the local Help Center and serving at Hope ...
Southwest's Spotlight Ministries: Cassville UMC's Food Pantry
posted on August 19
In our first series of our Spotlight Ministries, we are featuring Cassville United Methodist Church and the Community Food Pantry they provide. These questions are answered by Janet Mills who is ...
Help Us In Welcoming Our New DS!
Help us in welcoming our new DS, Alice Fowler! If the name “Rev. Alice Fowler” sounds familiar, it may be because she was the preacher for the Sunday morning worship service at Annual Conference ...
