E-news: How to Tech for Churches

Church_Tech

Check out the Conference Blog for advice on 'how to tech' in the local church (much of what you find will apply to mission projects and other conference agencies too). This week's post outlines four points to consider before launching launching a web presence for your church or ministry.

Have a tech idea that worked in your church? Consider writing a post for the blog so others can benefit from what you learned. Write us at wvumc.stories@gmail.com to be a guest blogger.

Updated Directory Available

We've included this edition of the clergy directory with this week's enews, and we need your help! Please look over your information for accuracy and send any corrections to Judi Kenaston by e-mail or by phone at 800-788-3746 ext. 23 by August 1.

UMW School of Christian Mission

Deepen your faith through bible study. Learn about the challenges Haiti faces; become a more well-rounded person of faith. The School of Christian Mission is an opportunity to learn about extending faith in Christ to the world.

Join the United Methodist Women of the West Virginia Conference next week - July 21-23 - for this year's SOCM at West Virginia Wesleyan College

Walk-in registrations are welcome, email Pat Mick if you are interested in attending. CEU's are also available for pastors, contact Rev. Keith Leap for more information.

Congregational Development Opportunity

Remember this story about a church in Huntington that was "ready to change?"

Community of Grace: Ready for Change

Is your church ready?

The Lay Mobilization Institute is "not just a conference - it's a congregational transformation process". Sponsored by Asbury Theological Seminary, the Institute represents a two-year commitment that includes church coaching and spiritual formation. There is space for 20 teams; contact Asbury directly for more information or call/email Rev. Amy Shanholtzer for more information: 800-788-3746, ext. 26.

Greenbrier District youth event

Join the Greenbrier District youth for the Mercy Me and Rebecca St. James concert, August 13 at 8PM at the West Virginia State Fair. For more information and a chance to win free tickets, download this flier.

Congregational Resource

About the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. This is designed for children in grades four to six. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Amy Shanholtzer, Director of Evangelism and Congregational Development at amyshanholtzer@gmail.com

Appointment list available online

You can download the list of appointments and other Annual Conference resources from the Conference website at http://wvumc.org/Conference.