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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, ...
Spring Grant Deadlines Approaching
posted on February 27
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 ...
RMC Collab Event in Aurora
posted on January 17
Churches can play a unique role in building relationships and resources that empower individuals and communities in the area of economic mobility. Join us for a conversation about relational ...
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 ...
Spring Disaster Response Trainings
posted on January 10
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, ...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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....
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...