Responding to microaggressions, summer camp, Notes of Rest retreat and more
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Jan. 20, 2026

Recognizing and Responding to Microaggressions

Microaggressions are small comments, jokes or behaviors that, whether intended or not, cause harm or send a negative message. Most of us don’t intend to hurt others, yet our everyday words and habits can sometimes send unintended messages. Recognizing the gap between how we hope to come across and how others receive us is part of growing together as the body of Christ. Read more →


Discounted Registration for Summer 2026 Camps

Parents and youth leaders – get our discounted rate on overnight camp registration, UNITE Youth Conference bulk-buy seats and mission trips by signing up before our March deadlines. Learn more about available options and discounts at www.moumethodist.org/summer-camp


Featured Resource

Year-End Statistics Resources

Year-end statistics entry is an administrative task that needs laity involvement. The year-end stats portal is open, and we’ve created resources to help you navigate the AC Stats portal. View this resource as well as other guidance for year-end stats entry at www.moumethodist.org/yearendstats


Featured Event

Notes of Rest Retreat – April 30 – May 2

Registration is now open for the Notes of Rest retreat, hosted by Julian Davis Reid at Webster Hills UMC in St. Louis. During this contemplative, music-infused time apart, participants will explore rest, reflection and renewal through Scripture and song. View the full retreat flow and schedule and get registered →

Lay Education Classes

  • Wednesdays beginning March 4 - Polity online via Zoom

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