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A weekly newsletter to keep you connected.
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Please click the button above to see the schedule for West District Missional Office locations. 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 both laity and clergy.
Blessings and Prayers,
The West District Staff
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The schedule for 2015 charge conferences has been set! The format for meetings this year will be different than in years before. Instead of having one meeting for each cluster, we will have four regional charge conference meetings. Each church needs to choose which meeting to attend. Reports will be due to the district center no less than two weeks prior to the meeting chosen.
Because of limited space at each location, we will be limiting the number of churches that will be able to attend each date. Please contact Katie Swisher at the district office by email or telephone as soon as possible to reserve your church's chosen date and location.
Below is the schedule of charge conference meetings in the West District:
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| | Sunday, October 25th | 2:00 PM | Crawfordsville First UMC | | Sunday, October 25th | 6:00 PM | Memorial UMC | | Sunday, November 1st | 2:00 PM | Linton First UMC | | Sunday, November 1st | 6:00 PM | Brazil First UMC |
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Conference Position Available
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Communications Content Specialist
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The content specialist will be integral in helping to develop the voice and thematic expression for all aspects of the organization's online and print publications. In addition to writing, editing, and proofreading content, this person will also work closely with the Communications Director and various ministry teams to increase organizational storytelling/brand journalism to support the mission and ministry of The United Methodist Church. The content specialist will also be responsible for promotions, email newsletters, and online outreach campaigns. The content specialist will work closely with Leadership Development, Connectional Ministries and Church Development teams to tell the story of fruitful leaders being equipped to transform our communities and the world. Tasks require a strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
The deadline for applicants is Monday, August 17.
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Ministry Positions Available
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Three positions available at Memorial UMC in Terre Haute
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Part Time Secretary Position
Memorial UMC is seeking a person as the Part Time Secretary in the church office. The position is 20 hours, 9:00 to 1:00Monday thru Friday. Required skills would include computer literacy (especially with Microsoft Word and Publisher), good organization, general secretarial work, and excellent communication. The person would need to be a team player, work well with volunteers, and be a pleasant first contact for many who enter our building. Please send letter of interest and resume to Rev. D. Scott Johnson, 2701 Poplar, Terre Haute, IN 47803 by Sunday August 16, 2015. We plan the start date for this position to be around September 1.
Part Time Director of Youth Ministry Position
Memorial UMC is seeking a Director of Youth Ministry. The position would be 8 to 10 hours per week. Required skills would be love of youth and awareness of youth issues, organization, communication, and faith commitment. The person in this position would also need to be able to work well with staff and parent volunteers. Please send letter of interest and resume to Rev. D. Scott Johnson, 2701 Poplar, Terre Haute, IN 47803 by Sunday August 16, 2015. We plan the start date for this position to be around September 1.
Part Time Prayz! Band Director Position
Memorial UMC is seeking a Prayz! Band Director for the Prayz! Casual Worship Service. This position would be 8 to 10 hours per week. Required skills would be knowledge of current praise music, ability to meld a variety of talents into a cohesive unit, and be able to transition/lead the morning worship service. Being knowledgeable of playing the variety of instruments in the Prayz! Band would be welcomed but not required. The person would need to be able to work well with staff. Please send letter of interest and resume to Rev. D. Scott Johnson, 2701 Poplar, Terre Haute, IN 47803 by Sunday August 16, 2015. We plan the start date for this position to be around September 1.
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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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September 18-20, 2015
Holiday Inn North, Indianapolis
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This workshop is open to all clergy and laity in the West District and beyond. We will be sending out registration details as they become available.
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The West District Center is pleased to offer The Creative Worship workshop to be led by award-winning facilitator, Jason Moore. This workshop is designed for all churches regardless of size or budget as it teaches timeless techniques and methodologies that your congregation can use to make big things happen in worship and beyond.
The day is a mix of practical philosophy and tips for developing and maturing your use of technology and digital imagery to communicate the gospel through powerful, transforming stories in worship.
As a participant, you will:
- strategize and learn models for digital-age worship;
- examine what makes certain images effective and others not;
- experience first-hand the power of working in a team; and
- leave with drawings and ideas for how to configure your technical setups.
Creative Worship is led by award-winning author and animator/illustratorJason Moore (Midnight Oil Productions). This is not training just for techies, but for anyone who wants the screen to be a vital part of the worship experience. Whatever your level of media proficiency is as an individual or as a congregation, Moore helps you to understand the nature of digital ministry and how to use it best to communicate the gospel. This workshop was designed to be equally instructional for those wanting to take initial steps and those needing direction to re-ignite and flame their ministry efforts. The Creative Worship workshop is best experienced as a team with the other members of your worship and media design process or persons that have passion for this area of ministry. |
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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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