BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brick River Technologies//NONSGML v1.0//EN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130605T040000Z DTEND:20130606T035900Z SUMMARY:Cabinet DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130606T040000Z DTEND:20130609T035900Z SUMMARY:2013 Annual Conference Session DESCRIPTION:The Africa University Choir will sing during the Fifth Sessi on of the Indiana Annual Conference this coming June 6-8 at the Indiana Convention Center in Downtown Indianapolis. The 30-member choir, featuring rhythmic marching and singing, wi ll give an African imprint to the conference theme: “Transfo rm the World: Be a World Changer” using Romans 12:1-2 as the theme Scripture during the three-day conference.Coming with the choir will be the Rev. James Salley, executive director of the Africa University Foundation based in Nashville, Ten n. Salley will extend a challenge to conference members and guests to support an endowed chair (professorship) in agricu lture and scholarship funds for students at the United Metho dist-related school in Mutare, Zimbabwe. Hoosier United Meth odists provided funds two decades ago for the building of fo ur residence halls on the school’s campus. Visit www.africau .edu. Other plenary presenters will include: Indiana Bishop Mike Coyner, the Rev. Cindy Reynolds (North District Superin tendent), the Rev. Rob and wife Susan Fuquay (he is senior p astor of St. Luke’s UMC in Indianapolis) and the Rev. Mark B eeson, pastor of Granger Community UMC.The conference also w ill include: passionate worship, laity sessions, workshops, community connection outreach events before the session, a p rayer breakfast, displays, coffee area, radical hospitality, a prayer room and plenty of space to visit with and learn f rom United Methodists from across the state.Pastors and Lay Members to the Indiana Annual Conference are encouraged to b ring other members and friends of local churches to the conf erence in building a ministry team. The purpose of this even t is to equip, inspire and transform participants so they ca n enable congregations across the state to increase their vi tality and outreach in making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Guests are welcome to join in this event.Hotel information is available online. Click h ere or call 317-262-8191.Registration is now open. Click her e to register. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130607T040000Z DTEND:20130608T035900Z SUMMARY:Worship Leaders Day DESCRIPTION:New to Annual Conference this year is Worship Leaders Day, a n opportunity to celebrate, educate and motivate our churche s’ worship leaders and worship teams.This special afternoon event (Friday, June 7 from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Indiana Conven tion Center Breakout Rooms) is running adjacent to, but sepa rate from the normal slate of events and business meetings o f Annual Conference.We are excited to have David Santistevan lead this workshop. David is one of today’s most dynamic wo rship educators. Church musicians from across the country ar e encouraged, inspired and challenged by David’s books, blog s and podcasts.Pastors, please invite your worship leaders a nd music directors, musicians (including keyboardists, drumm ers and guitarists and vocalists. The registration fee is ju st $50.Click here to register. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130609T040000Z DTEND:20130614T035900Z SUMMARY:Africa University Choir performances DESCRIPTION:The Africa University Choir will be performing concerts acr oss Indiana. The following concerts are free and open to th e public. Sunday, June 9 at St. Luke’s UMC, 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis during the three morning worship serv ices at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. EDT; Sunday, June 9 at Fi rst UMC, 1700 W State Street in West Lafayette at 7 p.m. EDT ; Monday, June 10 at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln A venue in Evansville at 7 p.m. CDT; Tuesday, June 11 at We sley UMC, 1201 Locust Street in Jeffersonville at 7 p.m. EDT ; Wednesday, June 12 at First UMC, 219 East 4th Street in Bloomington at 7 p.m. EDT; and Thursday, June 13 at St. Mark’s UMC, 4780 East 126th Street in Carmel at 7 p.m. EDT.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130612T040000Z DTEND:20130613T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop.  Lunch will be provided.  If you have any questions ab out a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 o r brenda.gross@inumc.org.  If your appointment already requi res you to have both or either of these classes, please cont act Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused. The main focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-aware ness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understan ding, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that ar e caused by them.  Our goals are: to provide opportunities f or sharing; to learn from others’ experiences; improve commu nications with people different than ourselves; and challeng e each person to a greater involvement to help build healthi er relationships and congregations as we strive to make disc iples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to profession al conduct within one’s working environment.  The Indiana Co nference aims to have the highest level of professional ethi cs.  The goals of the seminar are:  to raise consciousness a bout power, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise c onsciousness about cultural differences; to provide a settin g for discussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal re lations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; and to offer a preventative approach to personal vulne rability.  You will receive 7 continuing education credit ho urs for this training. We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose.  Please share this information with your colleag ues.  Registration fee is $35.00 Your clergy continuing educ ation grant funds are available for this training.  Go to th e Indiana Conference website, clergy page and select “contin uing education grants.”  The Boundaries and Diversity traini ng will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement. Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand.  Please email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130621T040000Z DTEND:20130622T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION: This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day wor kshop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abo ut a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already require s you to have both or either of these classes, please contac t Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The ma in focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awarenes s regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understandin g, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are c aused by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for s haring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communica tions with people different than ourselves; and challenge ea ch person to a greater involvement to help build healthier r elationships and congregations as we strive to make disciple s for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional c onduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Confere nce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. T he goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about po wer, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise consciou sness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for d iscussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations ; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical , psychological and social values in our ministerial work; a nd to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerabilit y. You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for this training.We have identified a number of clergy to atten d this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choos e. Please share this information with your colleagues. Regis tration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant funds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Con ference website, clergy page and select “continuing educatio n grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. P lease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to registe r.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130622T040000Z DTEND:20130623T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION: This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day wor kshop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abo ut a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already require s you to have both or either of these classes, please contac t Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The ma in focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awarenes s regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understandin g, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are c aused by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for s haring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communica tions with people different than ourselves; and challenge ea ch person to a greater involvement to help build healthier r elationships and congregations as we strive to make disciple s for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional c onduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Confere nce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. T he goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about po wer, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise consciou sness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for d iscussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations ; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical , psychological and social values in our ministerial work; a nd to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerabilit y. You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for this training.We have identified a number of clergy to atten d this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choos e. Please share this information with your colleagues. Regis tration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant funds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Con ference website, clergy page and select “continuing educatio n grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. P lease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to registe r. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130623T040000Z DTEND:20130627T035900Z SUMMARY:Cabinet/Directors Planning Retreat DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130624T040000Z DTEND:20130625T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION: This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day wor kshop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abo ut a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already require s you to have both or either of these classes, please contac t Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The ma in focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awarenes s regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understandin g, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are c aused by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for s haring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communica tions with people different than ourselves; and challenge ea ch person to a greater involvement to help build healthier r elationships and congregations as we strive to make disciple s for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional c onduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Confere nce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. T he goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about po wer, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise consciou sness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for d iscussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations ; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical , psychological and social values in our ministerial work; a nd to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerabilit y. You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for this training.We have identified a number of clergy to atten d this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choos e. Please share this information with your colleagues. Regis tration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant funds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Con ference website, clergy page and select “continuing educatio n grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. P lease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to registe r. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130627T040000Z DTEND:20130628T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION: This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day wor kshop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abo ut a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already require s you to have both or either of these classes, please contac t Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The ma in focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awarenes s regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understandin g, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are c aused by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for s haring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communica tions with people different than ourselves; and challenge ea ch person to a greater involvement to help build healthier r elationships and congregations as we strive to make disciple s for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional c onduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Confere nce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. T he goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about po wer, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise consciou sness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for d iscussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations ; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical , psychological and social values in our ministerial work; a nd to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerabilit y. You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for this training.We have identified a number of clergy to atten d this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choos e. Please share this information with your colleagues. Regis tration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant funds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Con ference website, clergy page and select “continuing educatio n grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. P lease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to registe r. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130704T040000Z DTEND:20130705T035900Z SUMMARY:4th of July Holiday - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130707T040000Z DTEND:20130715T035900Z SUMMARY:TRANSFORMission -- Youth mission trip to Indianapolis DESCRIPTION:TRANSFORMissionMaking disciples of Jesus Christ for the tran sformation of the world through acts of love and service in downtown Indianapolis. July 7-14, 2013University of Indianap olis (Registration is limited to 500 participants. Registrat ion is now closed.) This Summer, team up with other Indiana UMC youth groups for a week-long mission trip in Indianapoli s!The Conference Youth Ministry Team of youth and adults are designing a life-changing mission experience that will incl ude: Meaningful Mission Opportunities Powerful Worship   Engaging Small Group Sessions Fun Group Outings And ActivitiesWe have teamed up with Metro Ministries and Indian apolis congregations and agencies to help transform lives an d communities through acts of love and service through these types of projects: Home Repair Wheel Chair Ramp Build ing/Installation Community Outreach Block Parties  Par ks Beautification Urban Gardening Serving Children & E lderly & Hospitals, Day Camps and Nursing HomesLODGINGUniver sity of Indianapolis and Indianapolis churchesCOST $150 per person. Includes programming, food, lodging & supplies. The Saturday group activity is not included in this cost. A non- refundable deposit of $50 per person is required at time of registration.The required Adult/Student Ratio is 1 adult for every 5 students.TENTATIVE SCHEDULESunday4:30-6:00 PM Group s Arrive (Meals on your own)7:00 PM Leader’s Meeting/ Youth Orientation Meeting8:30-9:30 PM Worship9:30-10:30 PM Time Wi th Your Group11:30 PM Lights OutMonday through Friday7:00 AM Wake Up7:15-745 AM Breakfast In Dining Hall With Your Group 8:15-8:40 AM Morning Devotions With Your Group8:45 AM Prayer 9:00 AM Depart for Worksites12:00 PM Lunch at Site1:00 PM Wo rksites4:00 PM Head To Dorms/Church Sites4:05-5:30 PM Shower Time5:00-5:30 PM Team Leader Meeting5:30-6:30 PM Dinner7:00 PM Worship8:45-10:00 PM Group Time10:00-11:00 PM Free Time/ Prepare for Bed11:15 PM Lights OutSaturday7:00 AM Wake Up7: 15-745 AM Breakfast In Dining Hall With Your Group8:15-8:40 AM Morning Devotions With Your Group8:45 AM Prayer9:00 AM Wo rksites/Community Celebration Party Setup9:00 AM Indy Outing With Your Group (Lunch On Your Own)4:00-6:00 PM Community C elebration (Everyone Attends)6:00 PM Cleanup7:00 PM Worship8 :45-10:00 PM Group Time10:00-11:00 PM Free Time/ Prepare for Bed11:15 PM Lights OutSunday6:30 AM Wake Up6:45-7:30 AM Bre akfast7:30-8:30 AM Cleanup/ Packing9:00-10:30 AM Worship11:0 0 AM Head Home!STAY TUNED FOR INFO REGARDING WORSHIP LEADERS AND PRESENTERS! END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130713T040000Z DTEND:20130714T035900Z SUMMARY:Committee on Lay Speaking Ministries DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130714T040000Z DTEND:20130715T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Kokomo St. Luke's UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130719T040000Z DTEND:20130721T035900Z SUMMARY:Candidacy Orientation Retreat DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130723T040000Z DTEND:20130724T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION: This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day wor kshop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abo ut a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already require s you to have both or either of these classes, please contac t Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The ma in focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awarenes s regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understandin g, how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are c aused by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for s haring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communica tions with people different than ourselves; and challenge ea ch person to a greater involvement to help build healthier r elationships and congregations as we strive to make disciple s for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional c onduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Confere nce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. T he goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about po wer, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise consciou sness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for d iscussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations ; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical , psychological and social values in our ministerial work; a nd to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerabilit y. You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for this training.We have identified a number of clergy to atten d this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not been approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choos e. Please share this information with your colleagues. Regis tration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant funds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Con ference website, clergy page and select “continuing educatio n grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count towards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can be arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. P lease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to registe r. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130723T040000Z DTEND:20130727T035900Z SUMMARY:Mission u DESCRIPTION:GREENCASTLE, Ind. – The School of Christian Mission has chan ged its name to Mission u 2013: Learning Together for the Tr ansformation of the World.The dates for Mission u are: We ekday session: Tuesday, July 23 through Friday, July 26 S aturday Sampler: Saturday, July 27Mission u is the primary m ission education event for the Indiana Conference of The Uni ted Methodist Church and is planned and implemented by Unite d Methodist Women of Indiana. The 2013 Mission u will be hel d at DePauw University in Greencastle. This year’s studies a re: Spiritual Growth: “Living Sacramentally, Walking Just ly” Geographic: “The Roma of Europe” (2013 and 2014) S ocial Issue: “Poverty” (2012 and 2013) – One of the particip ants at School of Christian Mission last summer wrote this s kit: “The Poverty Study” and offers it for use by UMW local organizations.In addition to the adult programming for ages 17 years and up there are two components for youth and child ren. YoPeMiCa (Young Peoples Mission Camp) for middle and hi gh school aged youth and ChiMiCa (Children’s Mission Camp) f or ages 3 and up. (Childcare is also provided.) The youth an d children’s studies parallel the adult studies to create an intergenerational program. Studies are always Biblically gr ounded, promote spiritual growth, educate and challenge part icipants to become more actively engaged in mission.Mission u –2013 ProjectContinuing education during adolescence is a necessary first step for girls to overcome a history of disa dvantage in civic life and paid employment (Coalition for Ad olescent Girls, 2009). Did you know that adolescent girls in Sierra Leone are often absent from school during their mens trual cycle? Providing feminine hygiene products for adolesc ent girls in Sierra Leone is one step that we, as United Met hodist Women, can take toward ensuring that these girls can continue their education. How? Over the next few months, we are asking local units to begin sewing reusable sanitary pad s that will be shipped to Sierra Leone following Mission u i n July. Non-sewers (like some of us) can provide materials t o make them, cut-out materials with patterns, etc. We’ll eve n be working on these during our week at DePauw.Here are a f ew websites that provide thorough instructions for making th e pads and supplies needed: http://www.sleepingbaby.net/j an/Baby/PADS.html http://www.labyrinth.net.au/~obsidian/c lothpads/DIYpads/DIY.htmlLet’s get started. We would like to prepare individuals kits for girls to include at least 12 p ads for their monthly cycle. We’ll send as many kits as we c an prepare. If you cannot get instructions from the Internet , call or email Diane Gattone at dmgattone@yahoo.com or call 317-858-9885.Registration Online registration (deadline July 1 at 8 a.m.) Registration brochure END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130724T040000Z DTEND:20130725T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130725T040000Z DTEND:20130725T035900Z SUMMARY: Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130727T040000Z DTEND:20130728T035900Z SUMMARY:Saturday Sampler (Mission u) DESCRIPTION:The Mission u Sampler Event is for everyone! Women, men, you th, children, laity, clergy – YOU! The Mission u Sampler Eve nt is where persons of all ages come together to grow in und erstanding of the mission of the church in the current world context through study, fellowship, worship and fun.This yea r's studies are: Spiritual Growth: The Call: Living Sacra mentally, Walking Justly  – Led by Rev. Cindy Reynolds Ge ographic: The Roma of Europe  – Led by Shannon Priddy, Vicki e Newkirk and Janet Zeck Social Issue: Poverty  – Led by Rev. Joe Easley, Rev. Alan Rumble and Patti EasleyChiMiCa St udy: Leaving Home • Finding Home – Led by Joan SchellYoPeMiC a Study: Migration – Led by Helene FoustSomething for all ag es: Adult, children ages 3 through 5th grade and youth grade s 6 through 12.Registration Online registration (deadline July 1 at 8 a.m.) Registration brochureSaturday Sampler Schedule: Full breakfast & registration: 7-8 a.m. EDT Opening Plenary: 8:15 a.m. EDT Closing Plenary and Worshi p: 1:45-4 p.m. EDT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130812T040000Z DTEND:20130813T035900Z SUMMARY:Jail & Prison Ministry DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130818T040000Z DTEND:20130831T035900Z SUMMARY:License to Preach School DESCRIPTION:License to Preach School is  for certified candidates seekin g licensing as a Local Pastor.The RESIDENTIAL License to Pre ach School meets for two (2) continuous weeks. This session will be at a new location - Epworth Forest.Download RESIDENT IAL Brochure and Registration FormContact: Rev. James D Butl er; Ph: 317-481-8680 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130818T040000Z DTEND:20130819T035900Z SUMMARY:Southeast District Superintendent Installation DESCRIPTION:Installation of Beverly Perry as incoming District Superinte ndent for the Southeast District. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130820T040000Z DTEND:20130821T035900Z SUMMARY:Cabinet DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130821T040000Z DTEND:20130822T035900Z SUMMARY:Cabinet DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130821T040000Z DTEND:20130822T035900Z SUMMARY:Cabinet & Directors DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130821T040000Z DTEND:20130822T035900Z SUMMARY:Disaster Response Team DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130822T040000Z DTEND:20130824T035900Z SUMMARY:Camp Board DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130831T040000Z DTEND:20130902T035900Z SUMMARY:The Lion & Lamb Festival DESCRIPTION:An exciting new ministry event, and you are invited! The Lio n and Lamb Festival is a community of hope gathering to shar e gifts, inspire authentic conversation, and passionately fo llow God in the world. It will gather August 31-September 1, 2013, at Praise Park, a property of Saint Joseph UMC in For t Wayne, IN. Through art, music, and word, the festival will encourage attendees to reflect on issues of spirituality, f aith, and justice in their everyday lives. 2013 festival key note speakers include Rachel Held Evans and Bruce Reyes-Chow , and currently booked musicians include Andrew Peterson, He atherlyn, John Tibbs, Amy Cox, and Elle/The Remnant. A joint effort of the INUMC Young Adult Ministry Team, the Social A dvocacy Team, and Saint Joseph UMC, the festival is open to everyone of all ages. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130902T040000Z DTEND:20130903T035900Z SUMMARY:Labor Day - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130907T040000Z DTEND:20130908T035900Z SUMMARY:New Pastor Orientation DESCRIPTION:This event is required for all clergy in their first appoint ment or are new to the Indiana Conference with the exception of Supply Pastors. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130908T040000Z DTEND:20130909T035900Z SUMMARY:North District Superintendent Installation DESCRIPTION: Installation of Larry Whitehead as incoming District Superi ntendent for the North District. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130908T040000Z DTEND:20130909T035900Z SUMMARY:Northwest District Superintendent Installation DESCRIPTION:Installation of Chris Newman-Jacobs as incoming District Sup erintendent for the Northwest District.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130909T040000Z DTEND:20130910T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130914T040000Z DTEND:20130915T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130915T040000Z DTEND:20130916T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Huntington Evangelical UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130915T040000Z DTEND:20130916T035900Z SUMMARY:Northeast District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: September 15th at Columbia City UMC, 605 Forest Pkwy in Columbia City (Northeast District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT Septe mber 29th at Linden UMC, 609 South Main Street in Linden (We st District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 13th at LaPorte Fir st UMC, 1225 Michigan Avenue in LaPorte (North District) at 3:00 p.m. CDT October 20th at Greensburg UMC, 301 North B roadway in Greensburg (Southeast District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 27th at Chapel Hill UMC, 963 N Girls School Road in Indianapolis (Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT Novem ber 3rd at Muncie High Street UMC, 219 S High Street in Munc ie (East District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 17th at Koko mo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Southway Blvd in Kokomo (North Cent ral District) at 3:00 p.m. EST November 24th at Dayton UM C, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayton (Northwest District) at 3:0 0 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. EST Dece mber 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CST You may attend any di strict event that is convenient for you. Please note the tim e zone information.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130920T040000Z DTEND:20130923T035900Z SUMMARY:Clergy Spouse Retreat DESCRIPTION: Watch for more details on this event at www.inumc.org/clerg yspouses. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130920T040000Z DTEND:20130921T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130921T040000Z DTEND:20130922T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130922T040000Z DTEND:20130923T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Fort Wayne Covenant UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130923T040000Z DTEND:20130925T035900Z SUMMARY:R.I.M. Conference DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130924T040000Z DTEND:20130925T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130927T040000Z DTEND:20130929T035900Z SUMMARY:UMW of Indiana Silent Retreat DESCRIPTION: More information to come. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130929T040000Z DTEND:20130930T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Linden UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130929T040000Z DTEND:20130930T035900Z SUMMARY:West District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: September 29th at Linden UMC, 609 South Main Street in L inden (West District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 13th at La Porte First UMC, 1225 Michigan Avenue in LaPorte (North Dist rict) at 3:00 p.m. CDT October 20th at Greensburg UMC, 30 1 North Broadway in Greensburg (Southeast District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 27th at Chapel Hill UMC, 963 N Girls Sch ool Road in Indianapolis (Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 3rd at Muncie High Street UMC, 219 S High Stree t in Muncie (East District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 17t h at Kokomo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Southway Blvd in Kokomo (N orth Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EST November 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayton (Northwest Distric t) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Cha rlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. ES T December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in E vansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may atten d any district event that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131005T040000Z DTEND:20131006T035900Z SUMMARY:Regional Finance & Administration Training DESCRIPTION:This regional event for local church trustees, financial off icers and administrators will feature an hour-long session f eaturing a keynote presentation by Sarah Jenkins of the law firm Faegre, Baker, Daniels about “Protecting Your Church’s Ministry” plus five 50-minute breakout sessions for trustees , treasurers and church administrators. A second 50-minute b reakout session will repeat four presentations so participan ts can go to a second presentation. Registration check-in op ens at 9 a.m. with the first session beginning at 9:30 a.m. The event will end at 12:30 p.m. The cost of the event is $4 5 for each local church regardless of the number of particip ants attending. Registration deadline is September 22. This event is paid for in part by your Indiana Conference tithe.C lick here to register.Schedule in ET time:  9:00 am Registration opens 9:30 am Welco me and keynote presentation: “Protecting Your Church’s Minis try” with Scott Himsel of Faegre Baker Daniels law firm 10:30 am Breakout Session 1 1.    “The work of the Board of Trustees” with Brent Willia ms, Conference Director of Administrative Services 2.    “The organization and work of the Safety and Buildin g Inspection Team” with a Church Mutual Risk Manager 3.    Q & A on Local Church Policies and Practices by Sa rah Jenkins of Faegre, Baker, Daniels 4.    “The work of the Finance Committee, Treasurer and Financial Secre tary” with Jennifer Gallagher, Indiana Conference Treasurer 5.    “Preventing Fraud and Theft in the local ch urch financial operations” with Charlie Rownd, retired FBI 11:20 am Go to second breakout sess ion 11:30 am Breakout Session 2 (s ame workshops as Session 1) 1.    “The work of th e Board of Trustees” with Brent Williams, Conference Directo r of Administrative Services 2.    “The organizat ion and work of the Safety and Building Inspection Team” wit h a Church Mutual Risk Manager 3.    “The work of the Finance Committee, Treasurer and Financial Secretary” w ith Jennifer Gallagher, Indiana Conference Treasurer 4.    “Preventing Fraud and Theft in the local church fi nancial operations” with Charlie Rownd, retired FBI 12:30 pm Dismiss END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131009T040000Z DTEND:20131010T035900Z SUMMARY:Commission on Archives & History DESCRIPTION:The Indiana Conference Commission on Archives & History will meet at DePauw University. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131013T040000Z DTEND:20131014T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Crown Point First UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131013T040000Z DTEND:20131014T035900Z SUMMARY:North District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: October 13th at LaPorte First UMC, 1225 Michigan Avenue in LaPorte (North District) at 3:00 p.m. CDT October 20t h at Greensburg UMC, 301 North Broadway in Greensburg (South east District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 27th at Chapel Hi ll UMC, 963 N Girls School Road in Indianapolis (Central Dis trict) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 3rd at Muncie High Stree t UMC, 219 S High Street in Muncie (East District) at 3:00 p .m. EDT November 17th at Kokomo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Sou thway Blvd in Kokomo (North Central District) at 3:00 p.m. E ST November 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Da yton (Northwest District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st a t Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South Di strict) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwest District) at 3:0 0 p.m. CSTYou may attend any district event that is convenie nt for you. Please note the time zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131013T040000Z DTEND:20131014T035900Z SUMMARY:UMW Fall Celebration & Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: More information to come. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131019T040000Z DTEND:20131020T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131020T040000Z DTEND:20131021T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Rushville St. Paul's UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131020T040000Z DTEND:20131021T035900Z SUMMARY:Southeast District Rally for Africa University DESCRIPTION: October 20th at Greensburg UMC, 301 North Broadway in Gr eensburg (Southeast District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT October 2 7th at Chapel Hill UMC, 963 N Girls School Road in Indianapo lis (Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 3rd at M uncie High Street UMC, 219 S High Street in Muncie (East Dis trict) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 17th at Kokomo St. Luke' s UMC, 700 E Southway Blvd in Kokomo (North Central District ) at 3:00 p.m. EST November 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesl eyan Drive in Dayton (Northwest District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may attend any district event that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone inform ation. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131022T040000Z DTEND:20131023T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131023T040000Z DTEND:20131024T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131024T040000Z DTEND:20131025T035900Z SUMMARY:Camp Board DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131024T040000Z DTEND:20131025T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131027T040000Z DTEND:20131028T035900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Dayton UMC DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131027T040000Z DTEND:20131028T035900Z SUMMARY:Central District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: October 27th at Chapel Hill UMC, 963 N Girls School Road in Indianapolis (Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT Nove mber 3rd at Muncie High Street UMC, 219 S High Street in Mun cie (East District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 17th at Kok omo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Southway Blvd in Kokomo (North Cen tral District) at 3:00 p.m. EST November 24th at Dayton U MC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayton (Northwest District) at 3: 00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. EST Dec ember 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansvill e (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may attend any di strict event that is convenient for you. Please note the tim e zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131028T040000Z DTEND:20131029T035900Z SUMMARY:Diversity & Professional Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This year all of the classes will now be in one all-day work shop. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions abou t a class, please contact Brenda Gross at (317) 564-3234 or brenda.gross@inumc.org. If your appointment already requires you to have both or either of these classes, please contact Sharon White (sharon.white@inumc.org) to be excused.The mai n focus for Diversity Training is to increase self-awareness regarding our own perceptions, prejudices and understanding , how they affect our behavior, and the barriers that are ca used by them. Our goals are: to provide opportunities for sh aring; to learn from others’ experiences; improve communicat ions with people different than ourselves; and challenge eac h person to a greater involvement to help build healthier re lationships and congregations as we strive to make disciples for Christ.Professional Boundaries refer to professional co nduct within one’s working environment. The Indiana Conferen ce aims to have the highest level of professional ethics. Th e goals of the seminar are: to raise consciousness about pow er, accountability and subtle temptation; to raise conscious ness about cultural differences; to provide a setting for di scussion of problems clergy face in interpersonal relations; to face the complexity of conflicting theological, ethical, psychological and social values in our ministerial work; an d to offer a preventative approach to personal vulnerability . You will receive 7 continuing education credit hours for t his training.We have identified a number of clergy to attend this year, however, if others wish to attend and have not b een approached yet, they may sign up early if they so choose . Please share this information with your colleagues. Regist ration fee is $35.00Your clergy continuing education grant f unds are available for this training. Go to the Indiana Conf erence website, clergy page and select “continuing education grants.” The Boundaries and Diversity training will count t owards fulfilling your yearly CE requirement.Childcare can b e arranged at most sites if we know of a need beforehand. Pl ease email brenda.gross@inumc.org with your childcare needs at least a month prior to the session.Click here to register END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131101T040000Z DTEND:20131104T045900Z SUMMARY:Bishop's Student Leadership Academy DESCRIPTION:The Bishop’s Student Leadership Academy, formerly known as E xploration.Youth, is a weekend retreat for high school youth (grades 9-12) to explore what they are passionate about, wh at problems and challenges in the world get them fired up, w hat gifts and tools God has given them, and what amazing ide as they have for sharing Christ’s love. Do you know a high s chool student who is passionate about making a difference in the world?  Excited to explore where God may use his or her gifts for ministry?  Ready to explore or demonstrating lead ership that you’d like to see unleashed in their involvement in the church?  We invite you to register them for this exp erience. (If you are a student who would like to attend, ask a pastor, parent, or faith mentor to sign you up, or give R ev. Brian Durand a call at 877-781-6706 ext. 1007).  Note:  Students who have attended exploration.youth are encouraged to attend again and will find new activities and next steps in exploring leadership and call. Cost is $45 which includes overnight accomodations, Saturday meals and Sunday breakfas t, and all materials.   The retreat is facilitated by a team of youth workers, pastors, college students from the Univer sity of Indianapolis coordinated by  by  Rev. Jeremiah Gibbs , Ecumenical Chaplain, University of Indianapolis, and Rev. Brian Durand, Associate Director of Leadership Development, Indiana Conference UMC.Note to pastors, parents, and lay lea ders:  Because the investment of church leadership in these youth leaders is vital, you are requested to fill out this f orm on behalf of the youth, and we ask that one adult leader (or parent) from the congregation be present on Friday even ing for a joint opening session with the attending youth.  M ultiple mentors are also welcome.  We also sincerely hope th at the church will pay the $45 for the youth to attend, but if finances are an issue, we do not want that to stand in th e way of any youth attending.  Please call Rev. Brian Durand at 877-781-6706 if you have any questions.Click here to reg ister. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131103T040000Z DTEND:20131104T045900Z SUMMARY:East District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: November 3rd at Muncie High Street UMC, 219 S High Stree t in Muncie (East District) at 3:00 p.m. EDT November 17t h at Kokomo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Southway Blvd in Kokomo (N orth Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EST November 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayton (Northwest Distric t) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Cha rlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. ES T December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in E vansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may atten d any district event that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131109T050000Z DTEND:20131110T045900Z SUMMARY:Committee on Lay Speaking Ministries DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131109T050000Z DTEND:20131110T045900Z SUMMARY:Regional Finance & Administration Training DESCRIPTION:This regional event for local church trustees, financial off icers and administrators will feature an hour-long session f eaturing a keynote presentation by Sarah Jenkins of the law firm Faegre, Baker, Daniels about “Protecting Your Church’s Ministry” plus five 50-minute breakout sessions for trustees , treasurers and church administrators. A second 50-minute b reakout session will repeat four presentations so participan ts can go to a second presentation. Registration check-in op ens at 9 a.m. with the first session beginning at 9:30 a.m. The event will end at 12:30 p.m. The cost of the event is $4 5 for each local church regardless of the number of particip ants attending. Registration deadline is October 27. This ev ent is paid for in part by your Indiana Conference tithe. Cl ick here to register.Schedule in ET time: 9:00 am Registration opens 9:30 am Welcome and keynote presentation: “Protecting Your Church’s Ministr y” with Scott Himsel of Faegre Baker Daniels law firm 10:30 am Breakout Session 1 1 .    “The work of the Board of Trustees” with Brent Williams , Conference Director of Administrative Services 2.    “The organization and work of the Safety and Building Inspection Team” with a Church Mutual Risk Manager 3.    Q & A on Local Church Policies and Practices by Scot t Himsel of Faegre, Baker, Daniels 4.    “The wor k of the Finance Committee, Treasurer and Financial Secretar y” with Jennifer Gallagher, Indiana Conference Treasurer 5.    “Preventing Fraud and Theft in the local churc h financial operations” with Charlie Rownd, retired FBI 11:20 am Go to second breakout session 11:30 am Breakout Session 2 (same workshops as Session 1) 1.    “The work of the B oard of Trustees” with Brent Williams, Conference Director o f Administrative Services 2.    “The organization and work of the Safety and Building Inspection Team” with a Church Mutual Risk Manager 3.    “The work of th e Finance Committee, Treasurer and Financial Secretary” with Jennifer Gallagher, Indiana Conference Treasurer 4.    “Preventing Fraud and Theft in the local church finan cial operations” with Charlie Rownd, retired FBI 12:30 pm Dismiss END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131117T050000Z DTEND:20131118T045900Z SUMMARY:Bishop Preaching at Warsaw First DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131117T050000Z DTEND:20131118T045900Z SUMMARY:North Central District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: November 17th at Kokomo St. Luke's UMC, 700 E Southway B lvd in Kokomo (North Central District) at 3:00 p.m. EST N ovember 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayton (N orthwest District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trini ty UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2 109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may attend any district event that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131124T050000Z DTEND:20131125T045900Z SUMMARY:Northwest District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: November 24th at Dayton UMC, 7201 Wesleyan Drive in Dayt on (Northwest District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in New Albany (South Dist rict) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 8th at Methodist Temple U MC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may attend any district event that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone information. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131128T050000Z DTEND:20131130T045900Z SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Holiday - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131201T050000Z DTEND:20131202T045900Z SUMMARY:South District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION: December 1st at Trinity UMC, 2796 Charlestown Road in Ne w Albany (South District) at 3:00 p.m. EST December 8th a t Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in Evansville (Southwes t District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may attend any district even t that is convenient for you. Please note the time zone info rmation. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131208T050000Z DTEND:20131209T045900Z SUMMARY:Southwest District Rally Day for Africa University DESCRIPTION:  December 8th at Methodist Temple UMC, 2109 Lincoln in E vansville (Southwest District) at 3:00 p.m. CSTYou may atten d any district event that is convenient for your. Please not e the time zone information.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131224T050000Z DTEND:20131225T045900Z SUMMARY:Christmas Eve - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131225T050000Z DTEND:20131226T045900Z SUMMARY:Christmas - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131231T050000Z DTEND:20140101T045900Z SUMMARY:New Year's Eve - Conference Center Closed DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140110T050000Z DTEND:20140112T045900Z SUMMARY:Candidacy Orientation Retreat DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140123T050000Z DTEND:20140125T045900Z SUMMARY:R.I.M. Conference DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140221T050000Z DTEND:20140224T045900Z SUMMARY:License to Preach School DESCRIPTION:License to Preach Schools are for certified candidates seeki ng licensing as a Local Pastor.The WEEKEND License to Preach School meets for four (4) weekends at Camp Indicoso, 1558 S ieboldt Quarry Rd., Springville, IN 47462. The 2014 dates ar e: February 21-23 March 14-16 March 28-30 April 25-27Registration deadline is January 21, 2014.Contact: Rev. John K Wortinger; Ph: 765-639-1500 Download WEEKEND Brochur e and Registration Form  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140224T050000Z DTEND:20140226T045900Z SUMMARY:Our Life Together 2014 DESCRIPTION:Pastors Retreat  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140314T040000Z DTEND:20140317T035900Z SUMMARY:License to Preach School DESCRIPTION:License to Preach Schools are for certified candidates seeki ng licensing as a Local Pastor.The WEEKEND License to Preach School meets for four (4) weekends at Camp Indicoso, 1558 S ieboldt Quarry Rd., Springville, IN 47462. The spring 2014 d ates are: February 21-23 March 14-16 March 28-30 April 25-27Registration deadline is January 21, 2014. Conta ct: Rev. John K. Wortinger; Ph: 765-639-1500 Download WEEKEN D Brochure and Registration Form END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140328T040000Z DTEND:20140331T035900Z SUMMARY:License to Preach School DESCRIPTION:License to Preach Schools are for certified candidates seeki ng licensing as a Local Pastor.The WEEKEND License to Preach School meets for four (4) weekends at Camp Indicoso, 1558 S ieboldt Quarry Rd., Springville, IN 47462. The spring 2014 d ates are: February 21-23 March 14-16 March 28-30 April 25-27Registration deadline is January 21, 2014. Conta ct: Rev. John K. Wortinger; Ph: 765-639-1500 Download WEEKEN D Brochure and Registration Form END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140417T040000Z DTEND:20140418T035900Z SUMMARY:Camp Board DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140425T040000Z DTEND:20140428T035900Z SUMMARY:License to Preach School DESCRIPTION:License to Preach Schools are for certified candidates seeki ng licensing as a Local Pastor.The WEEKEND License to Preach School meets for four (4) weekends at Camp Indicoso, 1558 S ieboldt Quarry Rd., Springville, IN 47462. The spring 2014 d ates are: February 21-23 March 14-16 March 28-30 April 25-27Registration deadline is January 21, 2014. Conta ct: Rev. John K. Wortinger; Ph: 765-639-1500 Download WEEKEN D Brochure and Registration Form END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140527T040000Z DTEND:20140530T035900Z SUMMARY:R.I.M. Conference DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140821T040000Z DTEND:20140824T035900Z SUMMARY:Camp Board DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140922T040000Z DTEND:20140924T035900Z SUMMARY:R.I.M. Conference DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20141016T040000Z DTEND:20141017T035900Z SUMMARY:Camp Board DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR