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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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| INUMC New Pastor Orientation |
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Saturday, September 6, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Carmel St. Mark's UMC - 4780 E. 126th Street, Carmel, IN
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For all pastors serving in their first appointment (supply, local pastor, Elder, Deacon) and all pastors new to the Indiana Conference. Pastors who should have attended in the past but were unable to attend should also register. Lunch will be provided. There is no cost to attend. Registration deadline: September 1, 2014 at 11:59 pm
Click here to register online!
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| Positions Available - Grace UMC in Franklin, IN |
Director of Children's Ministries - Grace United Methodist Church in Franklin is seeking a full-time person to lead growing Children's Ministries. Applicants will need to have a strong commitment to Christ. Strong organizational, personal, and recruiting skills are vital. Send resumes and cover-letter to Pastor Jenothy Rather, Grace United Methodist Church, 1300 East Adams Drive, Franklin, Indiana 46131, or pastorjenothy@franklingrace.org. Deadline: August 15, or when filled. Job Description is posted at www.franklingrace.org, or available upon request at 317-736-7962.
Director of Youth Ministries - Grace United Methodist Church in Franklin is seeking a full-time person to lead a growing Youth Ministry to Middle and High School youth and other student ministries involving young adults. Applicants will possess a strong commitment to Christ and need to be able to lead Youth worship, mission trips, youth gatherings, and small groups, to new a few. Job Description is posted at www.franklingrace.org, or available upon request by calling 317-736-7962. Send resumes to Pastor Andy Kinsey, Grace United Methodist Church, 1300 East Adams Drive, Franklin, Indiana, 46131.
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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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August 8-10, 2014
Praise Park, Fort Wayne
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You are invited to join a community of hope gathering this summer to engage in conversations around issues of faith and justice and to inspire hope. Through art, music, and word, we will learn, celebrate, and inspire.
The Lion and Lamb Festival is a space to dive into deep conversations, express different viewpoints through creative outlets, and build transformative relationships. It is also a place to listen to great music, eat tasty food, and laugh and celebrate with friends. The Lion and Lamb Festival brings people of various ages, races, and backgrounds together to seek hope in God by living out faithful lives.
We invite you to come listen, eat, share, and camp together as we journey alongside one another.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS!
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September 19-21, 2014
Holiday Inn North, Indianapolis
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Kirk Freeman is a leader who has inspired thousands of individuals across the country. He leads workshops and presents keynote speeches on a variety of topics that enable coaches, parents, teachers, and other leaders to discover the PERFECT process!
Dr.Freeman has experience being a military officer, classroom teacher, coach, school administrator, Church leader, and college professor. He has been in a leadership role for over twenty-five years. His experiences and expertise enable him to create an environment where "there is an 'I' in team"and where "everyone is someone."
Kirk is the founder and president of Kirk Freeman Consulting. He resides in Brazil, Indiana with his wife, Geri, and children, Caleb, Jonah, and Jillian. His oldest son, Jared, is currently a Captain in the U.S. Air Force.
The retreat will include time for fun, food, discussion, and fellowship, and we will end the weekend with a final worship time together. We hope and pray that we have been able to create a weekend for you to be with your fellow spouses in fellowship and relaxation!
Churches: Please consider sponsoring your clergy spouse for this amazing event! If your clergy person does not have a spouse, or their spouse is unable to attend, please consider sending a donation to the Pamela Hixon Keith Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund is used to pay the way of clergy spouses who are unable to pay for the event. Your donations - large or small - go a long way! If you would like to contribute to this fund, please send checks to Rhonda Alstott 1212 Lexington Drive, New Albany, IN 47150.
Click here for more information and registration!
This event is hosted by:
We are called to support spouses of INUMC clergy be encouraging personal discipleship and empowering them to foster authentic community through advocacy and fellowship.
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Michael & Barbara Grady are hosting a mission trip and pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Join us in interacting with children at a Christian school in Bethlehem and seeing the Biblical sites in Israel and Palestine. We still have 4 spaces available. Contact Michael at michaelgrady01@comcast.net or call 812-929-2257. Reservations close on August 1st.
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Pathways Through The Bible Trip
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November 24 - December 3, 2014
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Dave Marty and his wife will be hosting a tour of Israel/Palestine through the Jerusalem Center for Biblical Studies (a branch of Educational Opportunities), and you are invited to join them! An electronic brochure is available for viewing here. If you would like more information about the trip, Dave is glad to talk with you. You may contact him at Rockville First UMC (765-569-5356).
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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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