Please note a couple of updates for this newsletter. Thank you!
Evaluation Forms will be due on May 1st. Forms are available on the SW District website or at the following link. southwest.moumethodist.org/forms?formtype=60001
Hood UMC is hosting a Women's event on March 29th.
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Southwest Newsletter Email Updates
Often we have people tell us they didn't know of a deadline, that an event was happening or where to find a necessary form. You can find all those things in our newsletter or on our website. southwest.moumethodist.org
As we have been updating the 2025 officers, church representatives and pastors, we have added your email to our list so that you will receive the latest updates and know what is happening and when in the Southwest District. If you would not like to receive these emails every other week, please feel free to unsubscribe at any time. We value your privacy and understand if you choose to to so. Thank you for being a part of the Southwest District!
Upcoming Important Dates to Remember
03/01/2025 - Parsonage Inspection Forms Due -https://southwest.moumethodist.org/forms
03/06/2025 - Peace of Mind for Preschools Webinar
03/11/2025 - Annual Conference Registration Opens at 9am - www.MOACinfo.com
04/01/2025 – PPRC and Pastor Self Evaluations are due southwest.moumethodist.org/forms?formtype=60001
04/01/2025 – MOAC Spring Grant Deadline
04/09-10/2025 - Southwest District Dcom Interviews
2025 Annual Conference Session
Event registration will open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11. Registration can be completed online at www.MOACinfo.com. Payment will be required at the time of registration. More information about annual conference is available at that website as well. Regular registrations received between April 12 and May 1 will cost $175, and those received May 2 and after will cost $200
We have contracted with various hotels in St. Charles. Hotel information will be posted at www.MOACinfo.com at 9 a.m. on March 11.
Peace of Mind for Preschools Webinar
Legal Considerations for Preschools Webinar
Many of our churches in Missouri operate a preschool as part of their ministry, but doing so comes with unique legal challenges. In this webinar, Missouri Conference Chancellor Jordan Ault will address frequently asked legal questions, risk management considerations and best practices to protect both your church and your preschool ministry. Get the Zoom link www.moumethodist.org/preschool-webinar
Understanding & Engaging Millennial & Gen Z Givers
How can your church better understand and inspire these generations to give? This one-hour session is designed to help your church connect with the next generations of givers, ensuring your mission continues to thrive.
To learn more and register: https://mumf.org/event/understanding-engaging-millennial-genz-givers/
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Upcoming Early Response Team Basic Training
The best time to prepare for a disaster is before it strikes. Help the Missouri Conference and United Methodist Church be equipped and ready for the next time a disaster happens in Missouri or the wider jurisdiction by becoming Early Response Team trained. Join us on March 22 for disaster response training at Manchester UMC. Space is limited. Learn more and register for the by March 19 at www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/march-manchester-ert-training-18993119
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Grant Applications Due April 1
Have a ministry idea that needs an extra boost? There’s a grant for that! Missouri United Methodist Churches can apply for funds to support both big and small local ministry projects. Applications are due April 1. Learn more at www.moumethodist.org/newsdetail/ministry-grant-applications-now-open-18897449
Admins:
Are you looking for an opportunity to renew your spirit to enhance your ministry at your local church? The 2025 National PAUMCS Annual Conference, with the theme Be Still and Know, will be held April 3-5 in Woodworth, LA. You will be networking with Admins from across the country, gaining continuing education, and enriching spiritual growth. Please join some of our MO PAUMCS Chapter members in Louisiana! See details here: https://paumcs.org/?page_id=28375 Please share with your Staff-Parish Relations Committee and Pastors/Directors and see if they will support your continuing education on behalf of your local church. I am happy to address any questions you or your Pastor may have.
Dora Thackery
President
MO PAUMCS Chapter
AI and the Church Event – April 7 and April 8
Join us on April 7 in St. Louis and on April 8 in Kansas City as two experts in translating emerging tech for ministry life share ways artificial intelligence can support the good work you’re already doing. You’ll gain a new perspective on AI and will leave with at least one practical use for AI in your ministry. Learn more and register at www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/ai-conference-stl-18792907
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Dream Lab Retreat – Aug. 1-2
Get out of the office and into a creative headspace. Dream Lab, a 24-hour retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks, is designed for you and your team to imagine and brainstorm about something new for your ministry. A facilitator will guide your group through creative prompts and questions to allow the Holy Spirit to lead you into the next dream God has for your church.
Learn more and register your local church team at www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/dream-lab-18646730
Stay Connected
Stay Connected with the Missouri Conference
As Annual Conference draws near, we want to make sure you stay informed of the exciting opportunities the Missouri Annual Conference is offering. View our annual stay connected letter to see the many ways you can connect and follow the Missouri Conference: https://www.moumethodist.org/newsdetail/18891548
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