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Eastern Europe/Balkan consultation at Alton Main Street UMC

The General Board of Global Ministries is sponsoring the Eastern European/Balkan States Consultation Oct. 27-29 at Alton Main Street UMC. Representatives from seven European countries -- Bulgaria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Serbia, Hungary and Macedonia – will be on hand for the consultation. Information about The United Methodist Church in Romania and Albania will also be available. This is a wonderful opportunity to visit these countries and learn about the work of our...

Fruitful Congregations Process Workshops forming

The series of Fruitful Congregations Process (FCP) workshops hosted by the Iroquois River District will begin on Oct. 15-16. This 2 1/2 year process is designed to bring new life and fruitfulness to congregations. The process includes five workshops, each based on one of the practices of fruitful congregations (Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, by Bishop Robert Schnase). To participate, a congregation must send a team to each event that includes the pastor and three to five laity....

2012 CDLI Dates Announced

The 2012 Congregational Development Leadership Institute promises to be another excellent equipping event for pastors who desire to learn more about their leadership style and how to lead vital ministry. The CDLI will have four workshops throughout the year. Workshop leaders will include Jim Griffith, Christie Latona, Mike Crawford, and Doug Anderson.   The dates for the workshops are:   Jan. 16-17: Launching New Ministry with Jim Griffith (UM Center, Springfield).   March...