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David Gilmore
District Superintendent
Rev David Gilmore

Jenny Allen
District Administrator and dCOM Registrar
Jenny Allen

Jackie Kimble
Administrative Assistant
Jackie Kimble

(816) 737-1114
3737 S. Elizabeth St., Suite 105
Independence, Missouri 64057


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Northwest District Laity Newsletter - September 20, 2023

posted on September 20

Northwest District Newsletter - September 20, 2023 Hello all!  Hope you are enjoying the cooler days of September! Grants Available! There are multiple grants available through the moumethodist.org ...

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HealthFlex Tour Presented By Wespath

posted on September 15

Join a Wespath representative for a presentation on the changes coming to the HealthFlex insurance plans in 2024. This informational session is for full-time clergy and HealthFlex participants and ...

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Donations and Volunteer Opportunities

posted on September 12

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Discipling Gen Z and Gen Alpha

posted on September 11

Registration closes on October 24. How can you disciple and raise up the next generation if you don’t understand them? Join NextGen Ministries for an educational event about generations Z and alpha, ...

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Northwest District Laity Newsletter - September 2023

posted on September 06

Northwest District Newsletter - September 2023   Hello all! Hoping that you had a fantastic Labor Day holiday and some time to fill your cup with the Holy Spirit! Upcoming Events: Laity Fall Meet & ...

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Church Planting Intensive

posted on September 01

Is God calling you to plant something new to reach people who aren't currently following Christ? Are you curious how to go about starting a new church? Church Planting Intensive is a three-day ...

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How to Do More with Less for Small- and Medium-Sized Churches

posted on September 01

Registration closes on October 19. How do we become thriving and hopeful churches post-pandemic?   Rebekah Simon-Peter will join us for an in-person event focused on practical pathways forward for all...

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Online Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Lay Education Course

posted on August 29

Registration closes October 4. About this Course Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional health and spiritual health are inseparable and that many of us get stuck ...

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Online Polity Lay Education Course

posted on August 29

Registration closes September 24 or when 20 participants have registered. About this Course Have you ever wondered how this movement of Methodism started, how and why we do what we do and how we do ...

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Spiritual Gifts Class at NW District Office

posted on August 28

Registration closes September 24.   About this Course Spiritual gifts are sometimes considered mystifying, complicated, and hard to understand. Yet, learning about how God has uniquely equipped and ...

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Attract Visitors to Your Church With New Find-A-Church Updates

posted on August 18

Local United Methodist churches have an opportunity to share what their church is all about with those who are searching for the right church home. Thanks to new, expanded search options on UMC.org’s ...

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Fall Grant Cycle Now Accepting Applications

posted on August 01

In the Missouri Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, we recognize that God is doing new and fresh things through local churches in Missouri to reach new people, collaborate beyond ...

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Jumpstart Generosity Workshop

posted on August 01

Registration closes September 13. This event is in-person only. Take your church’s generosity to the next level. In this workshop we’ll answer the questions: How can I encourage growth in a person's ...

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Northwest District Laity Newsletter - August 2023

posted on August 01

Northwest District Lay Leaders are hosting 2 fall Meet & Greet Sessions! The Northwest District Lay Leaders would love to interact and hear from you!  We invite you to join us for a Meet & Greet ...

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Mozambique Initiative Solar Panel Project Info Sheet and Infographics

posted on July 11

The Mozambique Initiative supports access to sustainable solutions in Mozambican communities through its support of solar panels. Sixty-five percent of United Methodist pastors in Mozambique do not ...

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Discounts Available on NextGen Ministry Curriculum

posted on July 10

NextGen Ministries is offering discounts on curriculum produced by top kids and youth ministry providers. This resource is available for any ministry leader working with kids and youth. NextGen ...

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Free Resource: Creating a Local Church Disaster Preparedness Plan

posted on June 28

Sometimes it is hard to think about a disaster when we are not in the “season.” Being prepared for a disaster of any form and any magnitude is crucial for your church, its members and the community. ...

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NextGen Listening Sessions - April 20 - May 28

posted on April 12

As Missouri Conference NextGen Ministries continues to dream on how best to support you and your local church, we’d love to hear from you. Join us at an upcoming NextGen Listening Session to share ...

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Implicit Bias Training Course Now Available for Free to Missouri Conference Members

posted on March 27

Beginning January 1, 2021, all candidates entering into ministry in the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church have been required to take the implicit bias course as part of their complete...

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ERT Training in Kansas City

posted on March 02

This class will provide you with the basic information you need about Early Response Teams. ERTs fill a specific need in the days after a disaster to clean out flood-damaged homes, remove debris, ...

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Faith and Race Lent Small Group Guide and Sermon Series

posted on January 10

This six-week series utilizes content from Season 3 of the Faith and Race podcast. It is for congregations that have been, or are currently, listening to the podcast. The series offers a biblically ...

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Implicit Bias Training Course Now Available for Free to Missouri Conference Members

posted on September 06

Beginning January 1, 2021, all candidates entering into ministry in the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church have been required to take the implicit bias course as part of their complete...

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Statement on Church Disaffiliations and Disaffiliation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

posted on January 31

Over the last few months, you have probably learned of churches that are in the process of disaffiliating from the United Methodist Church. We celebrate the good work of these churches and mourn the ...

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PPRC Training - PowerPoint Presentation

posted on October 27

If you were unable to attend the PPRC Training at the Charge Conferences this year, here is the PowerPoint presentation that was used.  Feel free to download it for your reference! Click here: PPRC ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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Updated Safe Sanctuaries Policy

posted on September 24

The 2020 Pandemic has given cause to communicate with church members and youth through a digital church format. The Mission Council recently approved an addendum to the Conference’s Safe Sanctuaries ...

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Lay Leadership

posted on July 22

Understanding your role as Lay Leader of your local church As a Lay Leader of your local church, you may be wondering about your role. If you are in need of more information in understanding your ...

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Lay Servant

posted on July 22

Lay Servant Ministries, Heartland District Lay Servant Ministries serves to help enlist, train, guide and support lay servants as they equip others "for the work of ministry, for the building up the ...

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Ministry Candidates

posted on July 22

How do I begin the process? Your first step is to write to the District Superintendent (DS) including your statement of call and request admission to the candidacy process. The DS will enter your ...

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