Wesley Theological Seminary Invites UMC Congregations to Apply for The Source Collaborative
The Source Collaborative, a Wesley initiative funded by the Lilly Endowment, Inc., seeks 10 UMC congregations who wish to thrive and grow in their community and context.
The Source Collaborative will help selected churches identify their own markers of thriving and empower them to create and implement a congregational change strategic plan with the help of a coach. Following a one-year community learning and self-assessment process, a grant and an additional year of coaching for implementation will be provided. Application deadline: October 1, 2021
The Source Collaborative 2022-23 Congregational Profile
For more information, contact Rev. Dr. Beth Ludlum: innovation@wesleyseminary.edu
How to Facilitate Hybrid Worship
LOS ALTOS, Calif. — While many people want to return to an in-person experience, others are choosing to continue worshipping online. This development brings with it unique challenges that church leaders need to resolve to best serve the needs of the congregation. The Rev. Jeremy Steele, associate pastor at Los Altos United Methodist Church, shares advice on juggling the two worship experiences. Read story
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This text by Jemar Tisby is a handbook for pursuing racial justice with hands-on suggestions supported by real-world examples of change. This study will offer the opportunity to come away with a clear model for how to think about race in productive ways and a compelling call to dismantle the social system based on skin color.
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Financial Leadership Series for Churches
Garret-Evangelical Technological Seminary is presenting a course on Financial Leadership to empower congregational leaders to talk about money and financial aspects of ministry confidently and openly.
This course will take place over three modules running from September 2021- February 2022. Learn More / Register
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