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Giving Tuesday Focus: Mozambique Initiative
posted on November 16
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. ...
Changing Church For a Changing World
posted on November 12
Changing Church for a Changing World Missouri Vision Day December 4th, 2021 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Charleston UMC 1700 E Marshall St., Charleston, MO 63834 In the midst of a rapidly changing ministry ...
2022 Annual HealthFlex Election Information
posted on October 15
2022 HealthFlex Annual Election is November 3-18, 2021. Here are some resources you may find helpful this annual enrollment season: 2022 Pastoral Support Addendum (EXCEL) UMPIP form (PDF) Plan ...
Copyright-Related Resource
posted on September 21
Have you ever thought twice before ripping a video from YouTube or saving photos from Google Images to show in worship on Sunday? You might be surprised to know that those actions violate copyright ...
Disaster Response Updates: Louisiana, New Jersey and New York
posted on September 02
Many of you have graciously asked how you can help our Louisiana neighbors in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. Scott Burdin, Missouri Disaster Response Coordinator, has been in close contact with ...
Thinking Theologically Discussion Courses
posted on August 30
Thinking Theologically provides intellectual renewal through small group, discussion-based courses focused on a single concept, theory or reading. Together we’ll connect these theological thoughts to ...
2021 Charge Conference Forms
posted on August 12
We are taking our fall charge conferences in an exciting new direction this year. Instead of doing them in the fall like usual, we are scheduling them in January. This will give churches additional ...
Emotional Health Small Group Resource
posted on July 12
What does the Bible have to say about feelings? Using the Pixar movie Inside Out as a guide, this resource explores what scripture has to say about the emotions personified in the film: joy, anger, ...
RE: Flourishing in Ministry 2021-2022 Cohort Now Open
posted on July 07
Ministry is constantly challenging and changing. Re offers space to reflect on the presence of God in our lives and ministry. Re allows reflection on our gifts, strengths and challenges in ministry. ...
FAQs About COVID-19 Vaccines and the Local Church
posted on June 03
In the last few months, nearly half of adults in the United States have received at least one dose of a vaccine protecting against the SARS-COV2 virus and COVID-19. Studies suggest the vaccines ...
PPR Resources for Pastoral Transition
posted on May 20
Annual Conference is just around the corner and so is the season of pastoral transition. While there are resources available for pastors on the move, the Conference offers guidance for churches in ...
COVID-19 Guidelines for In-Person Worship (May 1, 2021)
posted on April 30
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance that may allow reducing restrictions on gatherings particularly in outdoor spaces. In the spirit of doing no harm, Bishop Farr...
NEW Clergy and Laity Newsletters
posted on March 09
Have you signed up for our new clergy and laity newsletters? We wrap up everything you need to know about what's happening in the Missouri Conference into one weekly email with tailored content. Sign ...
NextGen Summer Camp Counselor Positions Available
posted on February 18
NextGen Ministries is looking for 20 college-aged young adults to lead its 2021 traveling summer camping program. Camp counselors work within the NextGen Ministries Mobile Camps to help produce a ...
Redistricting Proposal Details
posted on February 18
The Missouri Conference Mission Council has voted unanimously to recommend that the Missouri Conference reduce the number of districts from nine to five beginning July 1, 2022. A proposal will be ...
Wellness Resources
posted on February 05
Wellness might feel like the latest buzzword, but now more than ever, it’s important for each of us to be intentional in how we’re maintaining our well-being. Wespath defines wellness as encompassing ...
Pre-Recorded Sermons Available for Download
posted on January 28
In December, the Missouri Conference recorded four sermons by Rev. Nate Berneking, Rev. Dr. Kate Hanch, Rev. Hank Jenkins and Bishop Farr with plans to make them available for use in the local church....
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Digital Church: Reaching an Online Mission Field
posted on January 07
How do we minister when we can’t meet in-person? Learn how to connect new people to Christ in this virtual workshop, a learning experience designed to inspire and educate on how to approach digital ...