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A weekly newsletter to keep you connected.
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Virtual Office Calendar Now Online
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On the West District website www.inumc.org/westdistrict, you will notice the VIRTUAL OFFICE CALENDAR Button. Click on it. This will lead you to a screen that displays John Groves, John Davis and Katie Swisher's Calendars for a week or two in advance.
It is our hope that when you notice where we are planning our "office for the day" you will join us for conversation and share what exciting events are taking place in your places of worship and ministry.
This office time is open to the laity and clergy.
Blessings and Prayers,
The West District Staff
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Charge Conference Schedule Published
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The 2013 West District charge conference schedule is now published on the West District Center website. Please click here to view the schedule. Make sure to mark your church and personal calendars for your particular charge conference date!
One way your church needs to begin preparing for these changes is to have ALL PASTORS begin using the INUMC.ORG e-mail account provided by the Conference. Access to the new charge conference forms will be granted using this e-mail account, so it is vital that these accounts are set up now. If you have questions about setting up your INUMC.ORG account, please contact the Indiana Conference Center at 317-924-1321.
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In an effort to keep this newsletter as concise as possible, we are listing local church events only on the district web site. To view these events, simply CLICK HERE, and you will be directed to it. If your church has an event you would like featured on this calendar, please e-mail the details to Katie Swisher at west.district@inumc.org.
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Mission & Advocacy Coffee Connections
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Do you have a heart for serving others?
Do you long to see justice and peace in the world?
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Connect with others who share your passion over a cup of coffee! Share stories, experiences, and ideas as we grow into fulfilling God's mission for us in our communities and world. Find ways to get involved, make connections, and get new ideas to use in your area. All are welcome! We'll meet at 7:00 PM at each location (unless noted otherwise). Please RSVP to allison.curts@inumc.org. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Greyhouse Coffee Shop - 100 Northwestern Ave, West Lafayette Monday, Oct. 28 Java Haute- 3805 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute Tuesday, Nov. 19 Starbucks - 512 North Green Ricer Rd, Evansville Monday, Nov. 25 The Pour House Cafe - 314 Kirkwood, Bloomington
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Extravagant Generosity Workshop with David Bell
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Bloomington St. Mark's UMC
October 25-26, 2013
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The first Extravagant Generosity workshop this fall will be October 25-26, 2013 at Bloomington St Marks UMC. The Friday workshop is from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm and is for clergy and their spouses. Saturday's workshop is from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm and is for clergy and their Lay Team members.
Anyone interested in attending these workshops please contact Jody Patty by phone at 1.877.391.8811 (toll-free). The registration cost of the workshop is:
- Clergy - $65 (Friday & Saturday), spouse attends at no cost
- Clergy and Lay Team - $100
- Clergy couple (husband and wife are both pastors) - $130
- Clergy couple and Lay Team - $165
- Lay Team only - $35 (Saturday only)
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Mendenhall Lecture with L. Gregory Jones
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Learning Leadership: Daunting Challenges, Creative Opportunities
November 7, 2013
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The Mendenhall Lecture this year will be on Thursday evening, November 7, 2013, at Gobin Memorial United Methodist Church on the campus of DePauw University. The lecture begins at 7:30pm. L. Gregory Jones will be presenting the lecture. Dr. Jones' topic will be "Learning Leadership: Daunting Challenges, Creative Opportunities."
There will be a Mendenhall banquet beginning at 5:30pm. It will be held at The Inn of DePauw, two buildings west of Gobin Memorial Church on Seminary Street. Reservations are required and can be made by calling765-658-4615 or contacting Lesley at marjorielytle@depauw.edu Please be our guest for the banquet but advance reservations are required because seating is limited. Dr. Jones will speak briefly at the banquet as well as answer questions.
This year we are providing an additional program with our Mendenhall lecturer. On Friday morning, November 8, 2013, Dr. Jones will be available to meet with pastors from 10:00-11:30am. This will be a time of general discussion and sharing. Once again those who attend will be our guest but advance reservations are requested. These can be made by call 765-658-4615 or contacting Lesley at marjorielytle@depauw.edu
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Rev. John Groves
Superintendent
765-51-UMCDS
(765-518-6237)
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Rev. John Davis
Associate S uperintendent
(office) 765-276-4797
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Katie Swisher
District Assistant
(office) 765-276-4797
Preferred Telephone Hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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704 South SR 135, Suite D379, Greenwood, IN 46143 � 765.276.4797
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