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The United Methodist Church
SOUTH DISTRICT CENTER
Serving Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Lawrence, Monroe, Orange, Scott and Washington Counties |
South District Center Newsletter
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Charles D. Wilfong
Superintendent
Billy Craddock
Associate Superintendent
Douglas Finney
Associate Superintendent
Lynda Alexander
District Assistant
Darren Bensing
Webmaster
South District Center
1618 Canal Lane
Georgetown, IN 47122
812-951-0388
877-781-6713
812-951-3380 fax
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Birthdays in September/October | |
9/3 Kevin Sills
9/9 Steve Brackney
9/20 Matt Hinshaw
9/21 Kevin Giggy
9/22 Larry Hensley
9/29 Chuck Watson
9/30 Russ Patton
10/1 Beth Ann Cook
10/3 George Wasson
10/5 Jerry Swarens
10/5 Don Reed
10/6 Jim Higdon
10/14 John Meunier
10/16 Catherine Clayton
10/24 Tom Hoffmeyer
10/24 Kate Muhlbaier
10/25 Rex Jones
10/30 Jack Shake |
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A Word from the District Superintendent | | |
"Time Away"
I have begun my three-month "Spiritual Renewal Leave". This is an opportunity that our Book of Discipline provides for District Superintendents one time while they serve as DS. I will be "away" from August 1-October 31.
This is a no-strings-attached time away from the work. Bishop Coyner encourages us as superintendents to take this opportunity. Of course, I obtained his permission for the timing of my leave.
Through my thirty years of serving UM congregations under appointment, I have never been "away" for more than a two-week vacation at one time. This three month leave is an amazing gift. Donna and I believe that it will, indeed, be a powerful time of spiritual renewal for us.
The Lord Jesus inspires us with His own practice. In Luke 5:16 (CEV), we read, "But Jesus would often go to some place where he could be alone and pray."
Each of us needs time away.
Often we are tempted to think that our work or ministry could not continue without our constant, diligent attention. Not true. Each of us needs time away to pray and rest if we are to be at our best.
In order to give my best to Jesus' work, I must follow His example and spend some time away in prayer. If Jesus did it and needed it, who am I to think that I can serve effectively without following His example?
My prayer for you is that you will find ways to be refreshed - opportunities to follow Jesus' example by regularly stepping aside from life's busyness for times of quiet prayer and rest.
Go in peace. Go with God. And be well.
Shalom,
Charles D. Wilfong
South District Superintendent |
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Reception for Bishop Coyner | |
The South District will be hosting a "Welcome Back" reception for Bishop Michael Coyner on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2796 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN. All Clergy and Laity of the district are invited to attend. |
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Advanced Lay Speaker Academy | | |
Weekend Advanced Course Session
Location: Pekin UMC, 244 S Shorts Corner Rd, Pekin, IN
Presenter: The Reverend Eric Kersey
Friday, September 21, 2012, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Lite snacks provided
Saturday, September 22, 2012, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lunch served at Church
The Registration form may be downloaded from the South District web site at www.southinumc.org. Direct questions about this year's session or next year's plans to Bob Wells at 812-944-3660 or email cawells@insightbb.com.
You must attend both sessions. No Walk-ins allowed due to GBOD required study and preparation time. Deadline to Register: September 15, 2012. |
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2012 Charge Conference Schedule is now available! | | |
The 2012 Charge Conference schedule has been set and is now available on the South District website or you may click here. |
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Clergy Spouse Retreat | | |
The 2012 Clergy Spouse Retreat will be held Friday-Saturday, Sept. 21-23 at the Holiday Inn - Carmel North (formerly Four Points by Sheraton), 251 East Pennsylvania Parkway, Indianapolis. The theme of the retreat will be State of the Heart - Servanthood with Cindy Kanning. Registration deadline: is Aug. 31. For more information, download the retreat brochure online at www.inumc.org/clergyspouses.
For answers to questions about scholarships, the registration procedure or commuter meals, please contact Rhonda Alstott by phone at 812-944-1811 or by e-mail at alstott@joink.com. |
South District UMW Fall Retreat | |
When: September 28-29, 2012
Where: Spring Mill State Park
Speaker: Rev. Diana McCracken
Contact: Barbara Spaulding at 812-883-1958 or salemumc@frontier.com.
The cut off for reservations is August 28th. No Exceptions. |
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Praying for our Churches | | |
A year long prayer emphasis has been announced by Bishop Michael Coyner, who asked each congregation to pray for five other congregations every Monday through Friday in 2012. The object is to lift our sister United Methodist Churches in prayer at least once during the year.
For the listing of churches to pray for each week, click here |
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Fall Pastor's Breakfast Meetings | |
Fall Pastor's Breakfast Meetings have been scheduled for the following dates:
Saturday, September 15th, Charlestown UMC
Saturday, October 6th, Bethany UMC
Saturday, October 13th, Jacob Finger UMC
Speaker: Rev. Rick Bell, Retired UMC Pastor and Conflict Mediation Consultant
Meeting time: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
RSVP to the District Center at south.district@inumc.org or 812-951-0388 or toll free at 877-781-6713 at least two weeks in advance of the meeting you plan to attend. |
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Cluster News | | |
Meetings:
Greater JC - September 16, 3:00 p.m. at Cook Memorial UMC.
I.O.U.C. - September 16, 2:00 p.m. at Grantline UMC.
LOGICS - October 15th, 7:00 p.m. at Perseverance Chapel UMC. Serving Seven - First Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at New Salisbury UMC. Solid Rock - September 13th, 7:00 p.m. at Bedford Grace UMC. |
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Youth Ministry Coffee & Catch-Up | |
Join us for an informal time of youth ministry discussion at a coffee shop near you! We'll meet at 2:00 PM at each location. Please RSVP to helene.foust@inumc.org.
10/3/12 Madison Coffee & Tea - 100 West Main St, Madison
10/10/12 Coffee Crossing - 4212 Charlestown Rd, New Albany
10/17/12 The Pour House Cafe - 314 E Kirkwood, Bloomington |
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Prayer Quote | |
"Certain requirements must be met if the art of prayer is to be acquired. In the main there are two-practice and perseverance."-O. Hallesby |
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Important Web Sites and Addresses | | |
Tithe Address: INUMC, Dept 6089, Carol Stream, IL 60122-6089. Checks should be payable to INUMC. South District asking is 1.5%. |
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If you have a submission for the District Newsletter, please send the article in Word format to Lynda Alexander at south.district@inumc.org. PDF documents cannot be published. Not all articles will be published, and all articles are subject to editing and review. |
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