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Scholarship Deadline Extended to December 7 for UM Continuing Educators
Written: 11/19/2009
The Office of Continuing Formation for Ministry for United Methodist Continuing Educators has 15 scholarships available, to cover the fee ($350) to attend the annual meeting of the Society for the Advancement of Continuing Education for Ministry (SACEM) - and is extending the deadline to apply, to D...
January 10 Deadline to Apply for Ethnic Local Church Grants
Written: 11/19/2009
Program seeks to strengthen ethnic minority churches as they engage in social justice
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 10 is the deadline to apply for an Ethnic Local Church Grant from the United Methodist General Board of Church and Society (GBCS). The grants program is to strengthen ethnic minori...
Making Sure We Nurture Younger Generation's Call
Written: 11/3/2009
"Nothing tests a person's faith quite like working in a church," writes Eric Van Meter, director of the Wesley Foundation at Arkansas State University, in his article "Making Sure We Nurture Younger Generation's Call" published in the October 23, 2009 issue of the United Methodis...
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Written: 10/23/2009
By Vicki Brown* Enabling and supporting the health and well-being of institutions, systems, and networks critical to the mission and ministry of The United Methodist Church is the best way for the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry to be a source of renewal and growth for the church, th...
Remember to Register for the Gathering of the Orders 2009 - Deadline is November 1
Written: 10/23/2009
Join clergy friends and colleagues for inspiration, learning and fellowship, November 17-19 at Zephyr Point in Lake Tahoe. Everyone under appointment by the Bishop is invited and encouraged to attend.
Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr., Resident Bishop of the California-Nevada Annual Conference ...
Register Now for Gathering of the Orders 2009 - Deadline Is November 1!
Written: 10/15/2009
More than 200 clergy friends and colleagues will be gathering at Zephyr Point, Lake Tahoe, November 17-19 for inspiration, learning and fellowship. Plan to join them!
Attendees will be guided in conversation and learning by California-Nevada Annual Conference Resident Bishop Warner H. Brown, J...
Change in CEU Grant Policies Announced
Written: 10/15/2009
The Board of Ordained Ministry has adopted a change in the Ministerial Education Fund (MEF) grant policies for Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
As of November 1, 2009, the maximum grant for continuing education for those who qualify is $400 per calendar year. In addition, grants are limited...
Registration Deadline Is Near for 2009 Gathering of the Orders
Written: 10/2/2009
Clergy: Earn One CEU in Disciplemaking
November 1 is the deadline to register for the 2009 Gathering of the Orders, November 17-19, at Zephyr Point, Lake Tahoe. Everyone under appointment by the Bishop is invited and encouraged to attend this time of connection and renewal, "Out of the Cocoon:...
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Written: 10/2/2009
Representatives of 14 United Methodist Churches joined members of other faith communities at San Ramon Valley UMC in Alamo, California on Wednesday (September 30) for a workshop, "Understanding the Impact of Addiction and Supporting Recovery: Strategies and Tools for Clergy and Other Congregati...
Consultation Paves the Way to Better Theological Education in Africa
Written: 9/24/2009
Sept. 18, 2009 | KAMPALA, UGANDA – The lack of theological education and training resources in Africa is all too familiar to Yatta Young, dean of Gbarnga School of Theology in Monrovia, Liberia.
"We rely on teachers' notes. We don't have books," Dr. Young said.
Young w...
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Written: 9/17/2009
GBHEM - Korean-American clergy who are going to serve cross-racial and cross-cultural appointments for the first time will find a new publication, The Manual for Korean-American United Methodists Serving a Cross-Racial Appointment, to be a tremendous preparation resource, according to the Rev. HiRho...
Clergy: Earn One CEU in Disciplemaking at 2009 Gathering of the Orders
Written: 9/11/2009
Everyone under appointment by the Bishop is invited to the 2009 Gathering of the Orders, "Out of the Cocoon: Preparing for Transformation," a time of connection and renewal at Zephyr Point, Lake Tahoe, November 17-19. Those attending will be eligible for one CEU (Continuing Education ...
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Written: 9/3/2009
"Cultivating Young Clergy Leaders" is the title and subject of an article in this quarter's issue of the Circuit Rider, The Foundation for Evangelism reports. Written by the Rev. Nathan Kirkpatrick, Managing Director of Leadership Education at Duke Divinity School (and 2000-2001 Summer In...
Pacific School of Religion Offers Two One-Day Courses in September
Written: 9/3/2009
Pacific School of Religion will offer two one-day courses in its Lay Theological Education Certificate of Ministry Studies Series this month.
On Saturday, September 12, "Church Administration" will be offered at Pioneer Congregational UCC, 2700 "L" Street in Sacramento, from 9 a...
Continuing Education Web Page Is On Line
Written: 7/28/2009
Instant Connection readers - especially clergy - are encouraged to check out the new Continuing Education page on the Conference website, which offers the policy, forms for grants, forms for CEU approvals, report forms, and a growing list of Continuing Education offerings.
Just posted: Th...
GBOD Sponsors 'Becoming a People of Prayer' in September in Nashville
Written: 7/16/2009
Is there a need to deepen personal prayer experience, revitalize congregational prayer, or develop prayer ministries at your church? If so, the clergy and laity of your church may want to attend "Becoming a People of Prayer," September 17-19, in Nashville.
"Becoming a People of Prayer" is s...
Addiction and Recovery Workshop in September for Congregational Leaders, Clergy
Written: 7/16/2009
Clergy and congregational leaders are invited to a special informational event, "Understanding the Impact of Addiction and Supporting Recovery," on Wednesday, September 30, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Wesley Center Building at San Ramon Valley United Methodist Church in Alamo, California.
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Written: 5/28/2009
Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr., Resident Bishop of the California-Nevada Annual Conference, has sent a letter detailing the changes in Conference structure which he announced in his March 19, 2009 article, "Resetting Our Framework for Ministry." The letter was sent to all lay and clergy who ar...
Building on Three Simple Rules
Written: 4/30/2009
Churches, if you're looking for ways to build on Three Simple Rules and to encourage people to practice them, take a look at A Blueprint for Discipleship: Wesley's General Rules as a Guide for Christian Living, by Kevin M. Watson.
This is a clear, attractive, readable guide to help co...
Clergy: Second Chance to Take LPLI
Written: 4/22/2009
All those appointed or assigned to local churches in the California-Nevada Annual Conference will have a second opportunity to take the Lewis Pastoral Leadership Inventory (LPLI) if they did not complete it last fall.
For more information and to sign up, please contact Kathy La Point-Collu...