Nate Berneking Named President and CEO Of Missouri United Methodist Foundation

The Missouri United Methodist Foundation has announced that Rev. Nate Berneking has been named its next President and CEO, effective March 1. Berneking has served the Missouri Annual Conference for more than 12 years as Director of Finance & Administrative Ministries, where his leadership has been marked by integrity, deep institutional knowledge and a strong commitment to helping churches and clergy steward their resources well. Read the full announcement from the Missouri United Methodist Foundation here→. 

Annual Conference 2026 Workshop Call for Proposals

Workshops will return to the Annual Conference Session in 2026! The Annual Conference Sessions Team is seeking workshop proposals that align with the 2026 theme of Salt and Light: Seasoned for Service, Shining in Mission. Learn more and share your workshop proposal by Jan. 30, 2026, using the form at this link →. 

Registration Now Open for Notes of Rest Retreat

Make plans to join us April 30 – May 2, 2026, in St. Louis for a Notes of Rest Retreat with Julian Davis Reid. 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, using this link→. 

Job Posting

Part-time Music Director - First UMC (Independence) 

For complete job descriptions, application instructions, or to post a job opportunity at your Missouri Conference church, use the link here→.