News

Bookmark and Share

printable email

Hoosier United Methodist e-VENTS for September 3, 2010

HOOSIER UNITED METHODIST e-vents

For Friday, September 3, 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.

Check the online Indiana Conference Calendar.

ACTION NEEDED TODAY

Rejuvenate to offer training, enrichment for church treasurers
  • For veteran and new church treasurers who want to increase their knowledge of their position.
    • The date is Saturday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon,
    • Marion First UMC (624 S. Adams Street) in Marion.
    • Cost is $15 per person.
    • Register online at www.inumc.org/register.
  • Other workshops for church treasurers coming:
    • Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. (CT) to noon at Community UMC, 1548 S Hart Street Road in Vincennes. Cost is $15 per person. Register online at www.inumc.org/register.
    • Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at Brazil UMC, 201 North Meridian Street in Brazil. Cost is $15 per person. Register online at www.inumc.org/register.
Upcoming Rejuvenate Workshop Events
  • Rejuvenate workshop will be held on:
  • Monday-Thursday, Sept. 13-16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Irvington United Methodist Church in Indianapolis – “Creating Congregational Cultures of Generosity” with The Rev. Bill Enright.
  • Register deadline TODAY at www.inumc.org/register.
  • A REMINDER: Rejuvenate, the educational program for clergy and laity with grants for eligible clergy, is committed to maintaining confidentiality. Any financial information that clergy share with Rejuvenate leadership is kept confidential. Rejuvenate leadership who work with clergy must sign and abide by a Confidentiality Statement.
2010 Convocation for Pastors scheduled to meet in Columbus Oct. 10-12
  • ENERGIZE Your Life, Your Faith, Your Ministry, Your Congregation
  • Featuring Bishop John Hopkins, Mark Miller, Mary Ann Moman
  • ENERGIZING workshops on spirituality, outreach, youth ministry, young adults, missions and more.
  • Oct. 10-12 at the Columbus Holiday Inn Conference Center
  • Click here to see video
  • More information online at http://www.inumc.org/pages/detail/478.
  • The registration fee is $125. Register here. Convocation registration deadline is Oct. 1.
  • Make your own reservations with the Holiday Inn by calling 812-372-1541. Inform Holiday Inn you are with the United Methodist Pastors Convocation. Deadline for hotel registration with reduced rates is Sept. 15.
  • For more information, contact Sandy Harlan, event coordinator, at sandy.harlan@inumc.org or call 877-781-6706.
Starting New Worship Services workshop being offered Sept. 11

Is your church considering launching a new worship service in order to reach a new group of people? Is your church considering applying for an Indiana Conference Church Development Worship Matching Grant? If so, consider attending one of these workshops being offered this fall. The workshops, led by Indiana Conference Church Development staff members, promises to give churches the fundamentals needed in order to successfully launch a new service. The content draws from the experiences of many churches that have previously tried. No need to reinvent the wheel. Learn from others’ successes and mistakes. Churches bringing a team of five people (including their pastor) will be eligible to apply for a Worship Matching Grant.

Cost: There’s no cost to attend but pre-registering a week ahead of time is required. A freewill offering will be received to cover the cost of refreshments.

  • Workshop
    • Saturday, Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. CT; 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET
    • Wanatah United Methodist Church, 15555 S. 900 W., Wanatah, IN 46390 (near Valparaiso)
    • Leader: Ed Fenstermacher with registration deadline on Sept. 4.

Register for either workshop by calling: 877 781-6706 or on-line at: www.inumc.org/registration.

THIS COMING WEEK

Clarian Health offers Clinical Pastoral Education for experienced pastors
  • Sept. 6-Dec. 17
  • Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • For more information, please contact Frank Impicciche at fimpicci@clarian.org or call 317 944-7415.
INUMC CONNECT Ministry with Youth Roundtable
  • Designed to accommodate busy schedules, you can choose one or combination of the following options at each location:
    • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Roundtable Lunch – Share and learn with others in ministry with youth.
    • 2 to 5 p.m. Soul-Tending Workshop – A Sabbath afternoon designed for you, with tools you can use in ministry with youth.
    • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Youth Ministry Dinner - Connect with fruitful youth ministry practices.
  • Thursday, Sept. 9 – South District at Edwardsville UMC, 4830 SR 64, Georgetown
  • The Roundtable events are complimentary with no fee. Lunch and dinner will be provided.
  • RSVP to Carla Johnson at carla.johnson@inumc.org or call 877-781-6706. Please indicate which roundtable you will be attending.
Benefit Jazz Concert for Children of Abraham coming to South Bend, Sept. 9
  • Join Bishop Mike Coyner for this entertaining fundraiser to recognize Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center for the millions of dollars of medical supplies contributed to the Indiana Conference sponsored charity, Children of Abraham, to aid their response to the victims of the Haitian earthquake.
  • Jazz music by:
    • Bryan Lubeck,
    • David Wells
    • Jim Pickley Trio
  • Thursday, Sept. 9
  • 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the O’Laughlin Auditorium in Notre Dame, Ind.
  • Tickets can be purchased online on St. Mary’s website.
  • Adults: $20, Senior Citizens: $17
  • For more information, visit Children of Abraham.
  • Children of Abraham, Inc., a 100 percent volunteer-driven nonprofit organization, was formed in 2004 with the principal mission of helping relieve suffering around the world by providing free medical supplies and equipment to areas where need is critical. And we aim to do this globally through local community-based efforts. Volunteers collect, sort and send surplus medical supplies and equipment donated by U.S.-based hospitals, as well as local professionals throughout our community in the Midwest area. The shipments go around the world where there is dire need for them – regardless of race, religion or politics and at no cost to the receiving hospitals.

NEWLY HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS

Together We Can Road Show coming to Indiana, Oct. 3-8

Pastors, church treasurers and members of the finance committee of each local church are invited to see how United Methodist General Church apportionments are used, to hear about the theology of Christian giving and to communicate with your church the value of receiving and paying the Indiana Conference tithe during the Together We Can Road Show across Indiana. These informative sessions will be led by the Rev. Kenneth Sloane, director of Communications Ministry at United Methodist Communications in Nashville, Tenn.

Learn more and read stories of connectional giving at www.connectionalgiving.blogspot.com.

Day, date, time and place of presentations will be:

Sunday, Oct. 3

  • 3 p.m. (EDT) at Palmyra UMC, 14170 Greene St. NE in Palmyra

Monday, Oct. 4

  • 1 p.m. (CDT) at McCutchanville Community UMC, 9505 Petersburg Rd. in Evansville
  • 7 p.m. (EDT) at Cloverdale UMC, 2492 E. CR 1000 S in Cloverdale

Tuesday, Oct. 5

  • 10 a.m. (EDT) at Avon UMC, 6850 E. US 36 (Rockville Road) in Indianapolis
  • 2 p.m. (EDT) at Old Bethel UMC, 7995 E. 21st Street in Indianapolis
  • 7 p.m. (EDT) at Indianapolis Christ UMC, 8540 US 31 S. in Indianapolis

Wednesday, Oct. 6

  • 2 p.m. (EDT) Columbus First UMC, 618 8th Street in Columbus
  • 6:30 p.m. (EDT) at New Castle First UMC, 1324 Church Street in New Castle

Thursday, Oct. 7

  • 2 p.m. (EDT) at Kokomo Main Street UMC, 830 Main Street in Kokomo
  • 7 p.m. at (EDT) Monticello UMC, 200 S. Main Street in Monticello

Friday, Oct. 8

  • 1 p.m. (CDT) at LaPorte First UMC, 1225 Michigan Avenue in LaPorte
  • 7 p.m. at (EDT) Aldersgate UMC, 2417 Getz Road in Fort Wayne
CTS Lifelong Learning to hold reclaim Sept. 11 event in downtown Indianapolis

Can These Bones Live? Reclaiming September 11 at Earth House Café and Lockerbie-Central United Methodist Church downtown Indianapolis. What is possible in a post-9/11 world? Join us in taking on this question in an event open to all people on Saturday, Sept. 11, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Earth House Café at 237 N. East Street in Indianapolis. For more information, call the Christian Theological Seminary office of Lifelong Theological Education at 317-931-4225.

Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis CPE to host Come and See Evening, Sept. 13

Clarian Health Clinical Pastoral Education cordially invites both clergy and laity to a CPE Come and See Evening, Monday, Sept. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Methodist Hospital, Wile Hall, Room 228, 1812 North Capitol Avenue in Indianapolis

4:00 p.m. Gathering and Light Refreshments

4:10 p.m. Meeting our CPE staff and students

4:30 p.m. Discussion with Clarian CPE Students

5:00 p.m. Overview of Programs, Application Process

5:15 p.m. Meet with Supervisors about Specific Units

6:00 p.m. Complementary Tour (optional) on the People Mover

Free parking is available in Garage 1 located on Senate Avenue (west of the hospital). Please bring your parking ticket with you. (The closest parking is at meters on Capital Avenue.

For more information, contact 317-944-7415 on the day event call 317-437-2734.

RSVP to 317-944-7415 or lvaughn1@clarian.org.

Speedway church hosts Czech and Slovak Republics Mission Luncheon

Learn about the work of The United Methodist Church and how your congregation can become a partner on Monday, Sept. 27, at 12 noon at Speedway UMC in Indianapolis. Rev. Dick Arnold, GBGM consultant for Central Europe will be the guest speaker. Free lunch. RSVP by Sept. 24 to jself@speedway-umc.org.

UM Foundation of South Indiana to hold Annual Fall Luncheon for retired clergy

Retired ministers, their spouses and the surviving spouses of clergy will gather for a Fall Luncheon as guests of the United Methodist Foundation of South Indiana. The luncheon will be held on Thursday, Oct. 14, at 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Columbus (east of Interstate 65 at Columbus, exit 68). There will be $5 charge per person for the luncheon; the Foundation will cover the rest of the costs. Reservations are needed by Oct.1.

Registration will open at 11a.m. and lunch service will begin around 11:30. A free-will offering for the Ministers’ Retirement Fund will be received.

Retirees from the former South Conference will receive a note and reservation form in the mail. Our friends from the former North Conference may RSVP by calling Jenny at the Foundation office at 317-788-7879 or toll free at 877-391-8811. Make check for $5 per person payable and mail to: United Methodist Foundation of South Indiana, Inc., 3530 S. Keystone Ave., Ste. 300, Indianapolis, IN 46227.

God’s Renewed Creation – UMC Bishops’ Challenge

In the fall of 2009, the Council of Bishops of the United Methodist Church issued a pastoral letter titled “God’s Renewed Creation: Call to Hope and Action.” They asked if people of good will around the world will confront global threats to God’s good creation? This six session study is designed to facilitate conversations and action related to the issues raised in that Pastoral Letter. The study challenges participants to look at their congregations and communities and to take actions that will contribute to a healthier and more peaceful planet. The UMC Bishops have made their pledges and now we are challenged to do the same. See www.hopeandaction.org. Amy Barnes facilitating. Six Tuesdays, Sept 14-Oct 19, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 100 W 86th St, Indianapolis, RoomE212. Registration required – contact DeAnna, 317-846-3404 x367 or www.stlukesumc.com, no fee.

Indianapolis church takes on African Women’s issue in October

Putting a Face on African Women: Personal Stories from Kenya, Ethiopia, Sierra Leone

What education, health, sexual safety and cultural issues do they face? With limited resources, how do they creatively deal with challenges? How can we in Indiana, be a supportive community for our African sisters? Get insights from women who have worked in these countries.

  • Monday, Oct. 4 – Ellen Daniels-Howell on the Umoja project, Kenya, East Africa
  • Monday, Oct 11 – Valerie Chang on Ethiopia, East Africa: One of the challenges rural Ethiopian young women face is obstetric fistula, a damaging condition resulting from being in unattended labor for days.
  • Monday, Oct 18 – Barbara Hale on Sierra Leone, West Africa: Operation Classroom, UMCOR, the Women’s Center. West African women face problems of discrimination and poor health care. Each evening begins at 6:30 p.m. at St Luke's United Methodist Church, 100 W 86th St, Indianapolis in the Fellowship Hall with a Hospitality hour. Presentation and discussion form 7 to 9 p.m. No registration or fee.

PREVIOUSLY HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS

Starting New Worship Services workshop being offered Sept. 25

Is your church considering launching a new worship service in order to reach a new group of people? Is your church considering applying for an Indiana Conference Church Development Worship Matching Grant? If so, consider attending one of these workshops being offered this fall. The workshops, led by Indiana Conference Church Development staff members, promises to give churches the fundamentals needed in order to successfully launch a new service. The content draws from the experiences of many churches that have previously tried. No need to reinvent the wheel. Learn from others’ successes and mistakes. Churches bringing a team of five people (including their pastor) will be eligible to apply for a Worship Matching Grant.

Cost: There’s no cost to attend but pre-registering a week ahead of time is required. A freewill offering will be received to cover the cost of refreshments.

  • Workshop 
    • Saturday, Sept. 25, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. CT
    • St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 100 N SR 46 Bypass Bloomington 47408
    • Leader: Sharon Washington with registration deadline on Sept. 18
Abraham to speak at Wesleyan Theological Forum at UIndy, Oct. 19

The Indiana Conference will begin a Wesleyan Theological Forum at the University of Indianapolis on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 10 a.m. in McCleary Chapel. William J. Abraham, Outler Chair of Wesley Studies and University Professor at Southern Methodist University, will open the forum by focusing on the “Treasures of Methodism” for the church’s renewal. The event is open to all clergy and laity. One CEU will be offered. Cost is $25, payable to the Indiana Conference. Register online at www.inumc.org/register. The Forum is being sponsored by the Wesleyan Connexion Project of the Board of Ordained Ministry. Andy Kinsey, Dean of the Wesleyan Connexion Project, will be convening the forum. Questions about the Forum can be sent to Andy Kinsey at pastorandy@franklingrace.org. Kinsey hopes clergy and laity will take advantage of this opportunity. The goal is to have more continuing education events in the Indiana Conference that will focus on Wesleyan theology and practice. Suggested reading: The Logic of Renewal by William J. Abraham (Eerdman’s Publishing, 2003)

Orders chairs call clergy to Our Life Together retreat

The chairpersons of Ordained Orders of the Indiana Conference invite all clergy to join them for Our Life Together 2011, Monday, Feb. 28 through Tuesday, March 1, for a “Dying to Live: Pre-Lenten Retreat.” The Rev. Jim Harnish, senior pastor of Hyde Park UMC in Tampa, Fla. will guide participants through a retreat for the clergy of the Indiana Conference, focusing on personal and congregational transformation. He has written numerous books, Bible studies and articles. In preparation for Our Life Together, the chairpersons encourage those who will be attending to read and discuss with clergy covenant groups, his book, You Only Have to Die: Leading Your Congregation to New Life available from Cokesbury. Registration will open in December. – Chairpersons of the Orders (Tim Burchill, Jennifer Pollard and Don Ransford)

Internationally noted black theologian to speak at Garrett-Evangelical on Sept. 15

Dr. James Cone, professor of systematic theology at Union Theological Seminary in New York City, will be the featured speaker during Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary’s Academic Convocation on Wednesday, Sept. 15 in the Chapel of the Unnamed Faithful at 11 a.m. His address is titled “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen: The Cross and the Lynching Tree in the Black Experience. A Church and the Black Experience Awards Luncheon will follow at 1 p.m. in the James Allen Center. To purchase $20 tickets, call the CBE office at 847-866-3984. A panel discussion with Dr. Cone will be held in the chapel at 3 p.m. on the subject “The Impact and Future of Black Theology” and will feature theologians from three continents. The event is open to all. For more information, including live webcast details, visit www.garrett.edu/convocation.

Portage First UMC to celebrate 175th anniversary

Portage First UMC will celebrate its 175th anniversary on Oct. 9 and 10. On Saturday, Oct. 9 there will be games and activities for all ages at Crossroads UMC from 1 to 3 p.m. While at Crossroads, enjoy the music provided by our Praise Team and our SONday Praise Band. A potluck dinner will be served at the church from 4 to 6 p.m. Music will be provided in the sanctuary from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

On Sunday, Oct.10, Bishop Mike Coyner will preach at all three worship services.

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED EVENTS

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

INUMC CONNECT Ministry with Youth Roundtables
  • Designed to accommodate busy schedules, you can choose one or combination of the following options at each location:
    • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Roundtable Lunch – Share and learn with others in ministry with youth.
    • 2 to 5 p.m. Soul-Tending Workshop – A Sabbath afternoon designed for you, with tools you can use in ministry with youth.
    • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Youth Ministry Dinner - Connect with fruitful youth ministry practices.
  • Coming soon to your district, the following dates are already set:
    • Thursday, Sept. 16 – Northeast District at Fort Wayne Aldersgate UMC, 2417 Getz Rd.
    • Tuesday, Sept. 21 – Northwest District at Monticello UMC, 200 S. Main St.
  • The Roundtable events are complimentary with no fee. Lunch and dinner will be provided.
  • RSVP to Carla Johnson at carla.johnson@inumc.org or call 877-781-6706. Please indicate which roundtable you will be attending.
Upcoming Rejuvenate Events
  • Rejuvenate workshop will be held on:
    • Monday-Thursday, 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 online.
  • For more information, contact the Rev. Michelle Cobb, Rejuvenate project director.
  • A REMINDER: Rejuvenate, the educational program for clergy and laity with grants for eligible clergy, is committed to maintaining confidentiality. Any financial information that clergy share with Rejuvenate leadership is kept confidential. Rejuvenate leadership who work with clergy must sign and abide by a Confidentiality Statement.
First Mondays Series starts Sept. 13
  • Led by P.T. Wilson from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Cost is $20 per session or $125 for all 10 sessions for any clergy or laity of the Indiana United Methodist Conference ($75 per session for all others)
  • Register online at www.inumc.org/register.  
  • St. Paul UMC, 4201 W. Third St., Bloomington
    • Sept. 13, 2010 – Counseling as Listening
    • Oct. 4, 2010 – The First 15 Minutes (group development of PDI, professional statement, disclaimer statement, etc.)
    • Nov. 8, 2010 – An Ethics Regarding Pastoral Care
    • Dec. 6, 2010 – An Ethics Regarding Pastoral Counseling
    • Jan. 10, 2011 – Conflict Assessment Using Game Theory: Three Positions
    • Feb. 7, 2011 – Conflict Diagramming Using Game Theory: Formula G
    • March 7, 2011 – Conflict and Harm Using Game Theory: Three Degrees of Damage
    • April 11, 2011 – Conflict Resolution Using Game Theory: The Advantage of Playing
    • May 2, 2011 – The DSM and Depression(s)
    • June 6, 2011 – A Philosophy Behind Pastoral Care and Counseling
Governance and Ministry
  • Wednesday, Sept. 15 in Jeffersonville from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
  • Thursday, Sept. 16 in Evansville from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT
  • $30 per person ($25 each for groups on three or more)
  • Fees include lunch and a copy of Hotchkiss’ book, Governance and Ministry.
  • For details or to register online visit www.centerforcongreagtions.org.
  • Limited to Indiana congregations.
North United Methodist Church in partnership with Clarian Health presents:
  • Healthy Market Meal Nights in the Fellowship Hall
    • Thursday, Sept. 16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
  • Bring your WIC Vouchers to receive a bonus healthy food basket & recipes!
  • Join us for free healthy food, friends, and fellowship.
  • Learn tips on how to prepare delicious meals with your Farmers’ Market produce!
  • Presentation by a dietician from 6 to 7 p.m.
Center for Congregations offers church finance workshops
  • Sept. 22 in Carmel
  • Sept. 23 in St. John
  • All congregations are welcome to attend the event in Carmel in Hamilton County or St. John in Lake County.
  • Click here for additional information and on-line registration.
Church Development One Day Advance Workshop to be held in Central District
  • Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • 3901 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis in the RCI meeting room
  • For laity and clergy
  • No cost, lunch and refreshment provided by Metro Ministries
  • Registration is required. Register at www.indymetroumc.org.
  • Registration deadline: Sept. 20.
  • Questions? Contact Lisa Morris at 317-542-4786 or lmorris@indymetroumc.org.  
Engage Encounter seminary to be held
Jurisdiction to hold Disaster Response Academy in West Ohio
  • Oct 3-6 at Widewater Retreat & Ministry Center in Liberty Center, Ohio
  • Participants can pick from 4 major training classes:
    • Track I (Basic Early Response Team (ERT) – two-day class
    • Track II (ERT, Train the Trainer) – two-day class
    • Track III (Connecting Neighbors Leadership) – two-day class
    • Track IV (Caring for Children) – three day class
  • For those opting for Tracks I - III above, choose another class on Wednesday:
    • UMCOR Basic Disaster Ministry,
    • On-Site Management & Volunteer Management,
    • Earth Stewardship and Disaster Response or
    • Conference Disaster Leadership Seminar.
  • Registration form found on the West Ohio Conference webpage.
  • Mail the completed form and your check to the UMVIM-NCJ office (UMVIM-NCJ, 928 4th St #2, Brookings, SD 57006) OR if you pay online, e-mail completed form to umvim-ncj@brookings.net.
UMW of Indiana fall event includes children and youth
  • Oct. 8 and 9 at Castleton United Methodist Church in the Indianapolis
  • More information and lists of kits are found in the publicity brochure online.
Web ministry, social media training
  • October 8-9
  • Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston
  • Registration is as low as $119 for two days of learning.
  • To save an additional 10% off your registration (in addition to the Sept. 17 early-bird discount), use the following discount code when registering online: COUP1009.
  • Learn how you can register for M2LIVE Chicago at http://M2LIVE.org/Chicago.
Convocation for Pastors scheduled to meet in Columbus
  • Oct. 10-12 at the Columbus Holiday Inn Conference Center
  • A Pastors Convocation brochure is available here.
  • The registration fee is $125. Register here. Registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 1.
  • Make your own reservations with the Holiday Inn by calling 812-372-1541. Inform Holiday Inn you are with the United Methodist Pastors Convocation. Deadline for hotel registration with reduced rates is Sept. 15.
  • For more information, contact Sandy Harlan, event coordinator at sandy.harlan@inumc.org.
Habitat for Humanity United Methodist Build coming this fall in Indianapolis
  • Here are key building dates and information:
    • PROJECT: Central Indiana UMC Build
    • BUILD TIME-FRAME: Oct. 12 through Nov. 20
    • DEDICATION: Saturday, Dec. 4
    • BUILD LOCATION: 3233 North Capitol in Indianapolis
  • If you have any questions or updates from your congregation, please contact:
  • For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis, visit www.indyhabitat.org.
Wesleyan Leadership Conference aims to spark revival of church heritage
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.
Wesleyan Connexion Project present noted Wesleyan theologian
  • Oct. 19
  • 10 a.m.
  • University of Indianapolis in McCleary Chapel
  • Cost: is $25 (Payable to Indiana Conference UMC).
  • Register online at www.inumc.org/register.
  • 1 CEU
  • Suggested Reading: The Logic of Renewal (Eerdman’s Publishing, 2003)
  • For more information, contact Andy Kinsey at pastorandy@franklingrace.org.
Author of The Kite Runner to speak at Evansville University
  • October 21 at 7 p.m.
  • Aiken Theatre at the Centre
  • The event is free and open to the public.
Choir Music Weekend at Lake Junaluska, N.C.
Rejuvenate to host pre-retirement seminar
  • Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Indiana Conference Center (first floor Conference Room)
  • Workshop for clergy and spouses who are eligible to retire in 5 to 10 years (2016-2021).
  • Registration is $25 for clergy. Spouses come as guests.
  • Register online at www.inumc.org/register.
  • This event is hosted by Rejuvenate in partnership with the Indiana Conference Benefits Team and the General Board of Pensions and Health Benefits of The United Methodist Church.
‘It’s Our World: Lessons for Peace and Reconciliation’ Conference
  • November 6, 2010 at Shortridge Magnet High School in Indianapolis.
  • The cost is only $10.00 for junior and senior high school students and $35.00 for adults.
  • For more information, go to www.kdp.org/internationalinitiatives.
  • Registration is available now.
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 online.
  • 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)
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.  
National United Methodist Youth Event Coming to Purdue 2011
Paul’s Second and Third Missionary Journey 2011
  • November 2011
  • To receive a brochure or obtain more information, contact Educational Opportunities Regional Director Norm Nellis at normgumc@aol.com or 765-447-4152.

Send your events announcements for posting to dan.gangler@inumc.org.