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Hoosier United Methodist e-VENTS for June 4, 2010

HOOSIER UNITED METHODIST e-vents

For Friday, June 4, 2010
This newsletter is paid for through your annual conference tithe. Thank you.
Edited by Dan Gangler, director of communication
Archives available here.

Deadline for submitting items is 10 a.m. on Wednesday.
No events will be sent next week due to Annual Conference.

Check the online Indiana Conference Calendar.

THIS WEEK

Carmel church to host PraiseFest event June 4-10

PraiseFest at St. Mark’s!, a community event hosted by St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Carmel, will kick off summer with exceptional entertainment and special events June 4-10. From contemporary Christian rock to a performance by the 2010 Small Choir Most Powerful Voices small gospel choir, James Andrews and New Seasons and worship under the tent, PraiseFest will light the spirit in all ages! All events are free and open to the public. St. Mark’s United Methodist Church is located at 126th St. & Gray Rd in Carmel. For a complete schedule, visit www.stmarkscarmel.org or call 317-846-4912.

Senator George McGovern speaking at Indianapolis church June 6

St. Luke’s UMC in Indianapolis welcomes U.S. Senator George McGovern to St. Luke’s (100 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis) on Sunday, June 6. He will be speaking at all three morning worship services (8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m.). McGovern will speak on the topic of world hunger. Copies of his book Ending Hunger Now, as well as his recent TIME-LIFE series book, Abraham Lincoln, will be available for purchase and signing.

The 2010 Indiana Annual Conference June 10-13 at Ball State University in Muncie

For information, agendas, reports and highlights, visit www.inumc.org and click on 2010 Annual Conference.

NEWLY HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS

Retirement celebrations for True set for June 19 at Terre Haute

There will be a Retirement Reception for Rev. and Mrs. Tom True on Saturday, June 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Memorial United Methodist Church, 2701 Poplar in Terre Haute. Clergy, former congregants and friends are invited to stop by and wish Tom and Jan good wishes in their retirement. True was Superintendent of the former Terre Haute District and most recently Associate Superintendent of the new West and Southwest Districts. If you are unable to attend but would like to send a card or note, please send one to: The Rev. and Mrs. Tom True, c/o Memorial United Methodist Church, 2701 Poplar Street, Terre Haute, IN 47803.The church will gather all the cards and present them at one time to Tom and Jan. Questions? Contact the Rev. D. Scott Johnson (812-234-0776) or e-mail him at scottjson@aol.com.

Enright to lead four-night seminar on vital congregations Sept. 13-16 in Indianapolis

What is the culture of your congregation –one of generosity or one of scarcity? How can your congregation be known as a congregation of generosity? The Rev. Bill Enright, Executive Director of The Lake Institute on Faith and Giving, will conduct a four-night seminar for congregations and clergy who want to enhance the vitality of their congregations by becoming generous congregations. The workshop, titled “Creating Congregational Cultures of Generosity,” will be held Sept. 13-16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Irvington United Methodist Church, 30 North Audubon Road, Indianapolis, IN 46219. Register by calling Lisa at the Indiana Conference Center at 317-924-1321 or toll free at 877-781-6706.

Disciples professor to hold Advent, Christmas, Ephiphany preaching workshop Aug. 17

Advent, Christmas and Epiphany: Lections from the Hebrew Bible for Preaching and Worship with the Rev. Dr. Rick Lowery will be held Tuesday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Christian Theological Seminary, Room 166, 1000 West 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208.

Lowery will explore the Hebrew Bible lectionary for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany in the coming year, reflecting in light of ancient social, economic, and political contexts on God’s irrepressible mission of healing a broken world. Lowery is affiliated professor of Hebrew Bible at Phillips Theological Seminary and adjunct professor at Lexington Theological Seminary. To register or for more information, contact Joyce Weidner at LifeEd@cts.edu or 317-931-4224. Registration deadline is Aug. 10; cost is $30; $45 with lunch included. FREE tuition for CTS students, lunch for student $15. 4.5 CEU Contact Hours

Wesleyan Connexion Project present noted Wesleyan theologian at UIndy, Oct. 19

“Treasures of Renewal” with William J. Abraham of Southern Methodist University

Wesleyan Theological Forum – This event will focus on the treasures of Methodism for the renewal of the church’s mission. Professor Abraham will kick off our first Theological Forum that will foster ongoing conversation and action regarding the Wesleyan way of discipleship.

University of Indianapolis, Tuesday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. in McCleary Chapel

1 CEU – Cost: is $25 (Payable to Indiana Conference UMC).

Suggested Reading: The Logic of Renewal (Eerdman’s Publshing, 2003)

A Continuing Education Event sponsored by The Wesleyan Connexion Project

For more information, contact Andy Kinsey at pastorandy@franklingrace.org.

PREVIOUSLY HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS

Indiana Conference Clergy Spouse Retreat (updated)

Sunday-Tuesday, Sept.19-21
Turkey Run State Park near Marshall, Ind.
Speaker: Jackie Chandler “Body, Mind & Spirit Care: Being a Healthy Clergy Spouse”
There also will be free time for quiet reflection, crafts, hiking trails, possibly canoeing and much more.
For more information, contact
- Lauren Ice ltice1021@yahoo.com (co-chairperson)
- Melissa Padgett Melissaapadgett@yahoo.com (co-chairperson)
- Donna Wilfong dfwilfong@yahoo.com (registrar)

Highlighted youth events coming this year and next

Youth 2011 — The quadrennial gathering for United Methodist Youth is coming to Purdue University, July 13-17, 2011. For more information and to sign up for e-mail updates, visit www.youth2011.org. To be a part of this extraordinary ministry with youth and offer some Hoosier hospitality as a volunteer, visit www.youth2011.net/volunteer/

See a video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJZrZueO6WM&feature=player_embedded .

ENERGIZE: Convocation for Pastors

Do you ever need to get away to recharge? Is continual learning and growth a priority for your ministry? Do you enjoy powerful worship? Is it good to know you are not alone in ministry? If you answered yes to any of these, come to the Convocation for Pastors on Sunday-Tuesday, Oct. 10-12 at the Holiday Inn in Columbus, Ind. (beginning with dinner Sunday). Dr. Mark Miller, worship creator and leader for the 2008 General Conference, will lead worship and speak. Other speakers include Bishop John Hopkins, Bishop Mike Coyner and the Rev. Mary Ann Moman. Come and energize yourself, your ministry and your church!

CONNECT: The 2011 Bishop’s Confirmation Rally

Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
First UMC in Noblesville
Committed this year to more interaction and more connection.
Day will close with Communion served by Bishop Mike.
Details at www.inumcyouth.org.

Fort Wayne church to honor pastor upon his retirement

Please join in honoring Pastor Bill and Donna Farmer by attending the celebration of their ministry on Sunday, June 20 from 2 to 4 p.m., with a Recognition Program at 3 p.m. at Taylor Chapel UMC Family Life Center, 10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46835. Please bring photos and written remembrances to add to a scrapbook. If you are unable to attend and would like to add to the scrapbook, please send items to Judy Pierson, 7007 Elmbrook Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 by June 6.

UE, Evansville Vet Center to honor women veterans

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (UE) – The United Methodist-related University of Evansville is inviting all female military veterans to campus next month for a special day honoring women veterans. The Honoring Women Veterans Conference will be held Saturday, June 26, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Eykamp Hall of UE’s Ridgway University Center. Co-presented by the Evansville Vet Center, the day-long event is free for all women veterans and includes everything from workshops with the most up-to-date information on veteran benefits to a keynote lecture by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs top advisor on women veterans, Center for Women Veterans Director, Irene Trowell-Harris.

Female veterans can find more information, and can register for this free event, at www.evansville.edu/veteransaffairs.

Retired ministers, spouses group to meet this summer in Frankfort, North Webster

The Retired Ministers and Spouses of the north area of the Indiana Conference will have two opportunities to meet this summer. The meetings will take place at Wesley Manor, 1555 North Main Street in Frankfort, Ind. on Thursday, July 15 and at Epworth Forest Conference Center, 8580 E. Wesley Lane in North Webster on Tuesday, Aug. 3. Both meetings will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include lunch. The program will be provided by Bishop Sheldon Duecker and the Rev. Jean Brindel. They will share plans for the Epworth Forest renovations and expansions. A business meeting will follow the 12 noon lunch. Cost is $5 per person with reservations due to the Rev. David Hogsett, 1812 Hope Road, Plymouth, IN 46563; 574-936-6927. Reservations are due two weeks before the event you chose to attend. If you have questions, contact the Rev. Hugh Rohrer at 765-586-8035.

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED EVENTS

For complete details of these events, visit http://inumc.org/events.

United Offers Exciting Line Up of June Classes

United Theological Seminary at Dayton, Ohio, is welcoming some prominent church leaders to its team of instructors this June. The following courses are offered in convenient formats:
- Short-Term Face-to-Face Classes
  - Martin Luther King, Dr. Otis Moss, June 8-11
  - Dr. Michael Slaughter, The Missional Church, June 21-25
- Hybrid Classes (Part Online, Part Face-to-Face)
  - White Working Class Ministry, Dr. Tex Sample, June 14-17 (Face-to-face portion)
  - Religious Education Theory and Practice, Deacon Lori Reiber, June 21-23 (Face-to-face portion)
  - Christian Education for Children, Dr. Jackie Nowak June 24-26 (Face-to-face portion)
  - Effective Ministry with Youth, Rev. Tammy Jo Reiser, June 24-26 (Face-to-face portion)
For more details and specific times for each of these courses, please visit the Web site. Some courses are also offered for visiting students as continuing education units.

Music & Worship Arts Week coming to Lake Junaluska

June 20-25
Registration/Leadership/Schedule is available online.

Conference announces workshop for anyone interested in vocation of ministry

Exploring Ministry Retreat
Saturday, June 26
Overnight lodging is available on Friday, June 25 for $50.
Registration for this event is online at www.inumc.org/registration.
For registration or information, direct calls to Brenda Gross 877-781-6706 ext. 1040.

‘That Thing’ Summer Camping Program Registration Now Open

Epworth Forest Conference Center has announced that registration for the camping program known as That Thing is now open.
Learn more at http://www.gotothatthing.com
2010 dates for That Thing: June 27-July 2; July 4-9; July 11-16; and July 18-23
Lodges will fill up quickly so make your selection now to reserve your preferred housing and ticket options. Book online here.

Indiana UMW Dates for 2010 School of Christian Mission

The weekday school is July 13-16.
The Sampler Event is set for Saturday, July 17.
For more information and scholarship applications, visit www.gbgm-umc.org/indumw/socm-flyer.pdf.

North America Christian Ashram to Celebrate 70 Years

July 13-16
Lake Junaluska Camp and Conference Center in North Carolina
Registration for the event is $60 per person, ages 21 and over; $30 per person ages 62+.
Registration fees should be mailed to B. Fosmire, NACA Registrar, P.O. Box 85, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
For registration information, e-mail bfosmire@christianashram.org.
For more information, visit www.christianashram.org or call 318-232-0004.

Sample featured at Congregational Leaders Institute

Aug. 1-5
CEUs are available upon arrangement with one of the sponsoring seminaries.
Registration for the week is $275, plus housing. Discount rates for spouses and children are available. Enrollment is limited.
For more information or to register, visit www.garrett.edu/bayview, or contact David Ahn at 847-866-3942 or david.ahn@garrett.edu.

Fall Youth Rally at Epworth Forest

Sunday, Aug. 29
Comedian and illusionist Jared Hall
Speaker and Artist Eric Samuel Timm
Singer/Songwriter Nick Stanton.
Register online and find more information at www.beacamper.com/fallyouthrally.html.

Applications available now for Voices of Women program

September 2010-May 2011 in Lafayette, Ind.
The program cost is $1500.
For additional information, a program schedule and registration, click here or contact Indiana Voices of Women at 765-464-8609.

Upcoming Rejuvenate Events

Rejuvenate workshop will be held on:
- Sept. 13-16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Irvington United Methodist Church, in Indianapolis
- Friday-Saturday, Oct. 15-16 “Extravagant Generosity” at First UMC in LaPorte, Ind. (registration deadline – Sept. 29).
- Friday-Saturday, Nov. 5-6 “Extravagant Generosity” at Zionsville UMC in Zionsville, Ind. (registration deadline – Oct. 20).
- Friday-Saturday, Nov. 12-13 “Extravagant Generosity” at Scottsburg UMC in Scottsburg, Ind. (registration deadline – Oct. 27).
Go to www.inumc.org/rejuvenate for registration and more information.
Register for these and other Rejuvenate sponsored workshops by calling Lisa at 317-924-1321 ext. 1020 or toll-free 877-781-6706.
For more information, contact the Rev. Michelle Cobb, Rejuvenate project director.

Retired Pastor to Host Mediterranean Trip

Oct. 13-23, 2010
Cost is $2,699 round-trip from Indianapolis.
Deadline for full payment is July 6.
For more information, contact Brenda at 317-918-5685 or e-mail bjbishoprn@comcast.net.

Center for Congregations Workshops

Flourishing Congregations Northwest
- Thursday, Oct. 14 in Merrillville (Lake County)
- Click here for additional information and on-line registration.
Events are limited to Indiana congregations.

Rejuvenate, Met-Life Retirement Finances Seminar

The three-session seminar – Nov. 9, 16 and 23
First UMC, 400 North Michigan Street in Plymouth, Ind.
Cost is $15 per couple for the three sessions.
Child care will be available.
Register by calling Lisa at 317-924-1321 or toll-free 877-781-6706.
For more information, contact Rev. Michelle Cobb, project director.

Dates Set for ‘Our Life Together’ Future Events for Clergy

Feb. 28-March 1, 2011 (Monday-Tuesday)
Feb. 16-17, 2012 (a Thursday-Friday to avoid conflicting with Valentine’s Day)

Bishop Coyner’s Confirmation Rally

March 12, 2011
Location to be announced.

National United Methodist Youth Event Coming to Purdue 2011

July 13-17, 2011.
To receive e-mails about this upcoming event, sign up at www.youth2011.org/.

Hoosier United Methodist e-VENTS for June 4, 2010