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WESLEY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church |
May - 2015
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Featured Events
Clergy Notes
Monthly Message
Upcoming Events
Book Corner
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FEATURED EVENTS:
LectionaryPalooza
May 7, 2015 Kingsport, TN
LectionaryPalooza:Ordinary Time is perfect for pastors struggling with long term sermon planning and in need of a focused environment to share ideas and learn new angles. You will be assisted with preaching themes and gain ideas for the summer season. This year's speakers include Rev. Paul Seay, Rev. Harry Shaefer, Rev. Steven Counts,and Dr. Jason Bembry. There will also be a luncheon discussion led by Rev. Adam Love. 0.4 CEUs will be offered and lunch is included in the registration fee. Register online now!
 Festival of Homiletics
May 11 - 15, 2015 Denver, CO
Be inspired by God's Word proclaimed by some of the nation's finest preachers and teachers. Experience the fellowship of more than a thousand preachers. Learn and worship in an atmosphere that's dynamic, friendly, nurturing and prophetic. Come renew, refresh and recharge your spirit. Still time to register! 2.5 CEUs
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Scroll down to see additional coming events that qualify for continuing ed credit. You can also go to the Holston web calendar to see the full list of upcoming events.
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CLERGY NOTES: Annual Conference is just around the corner. If you will be moving to a new appointment and have already registered as a user for MissionInsite, you do not need to re-register at your new church. Just call or send me an email, and I will add the new church to your existing account. You will be able to continue using the same ID and password you created. If you have not yet registered, please do! (Here are the instructions.) Dr. Tom Bandy will be presenting information on MissionInsite demographics at Annual Conference. In future newsletters, we will be including more information on ways to use the powerful tools in this program to lead your church and better understand the surrounding community.
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50 Ways to Improve Pastoral Transitions
- from the Lewis Center for Church Leadership © 2015
Concluding Ministry in One Setting:
- Maintain good successor relations
- Approach the move with a generous and graceful spirit
- Provide good records and administrative wrap-up
- Plan for appropriate goodbyes, grief and closure rituals
- Clarify your new relationship with the church
- Keep working
Beginning Ministry in a New Ministry Setting:
- Learn about the new church and community
- Spend time with people and build relationships
- Be cautious about making immediate changes
- Build trust
- Honor your predecessor's ministry
Read the complete checklist here or go to churchleadership.com for more "50 ways" ministry tips. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
Be sure to visit the Holston online calendar for a complete list of upcoming events throughout the Conference and beyond.
May:
May 7 Kingsport, TN 0.4 CEUs May 11 - 15 Denver, CO 2.5 CEUs
Only 4 Things Grow a Church ConferenceMay 16 Alexander City, AL 0.5 CEUs June:June 11 Online Course 0.4 CEUs June 21 - 26 Lake Junaluska, NC 2.5 CEUs
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.THIS MONTH'S FEATURED BOOK/VIDEO
(Remember, each book related to ministry qualifies for 0.3 CEUs, and
3 books = 1 full CEU. Submit name, author, publisher and date, and a brief review for continuing ed credit.)
- by Bishop Michael J. Coyner
Michael Coyner argues that though the early months and years of a new pastorate can be stressful and difficult, they can also be particularly fruitful. These new beginnings can be among the most rewarding times of a pastor's career, especially if the minister seizes opportunities for establishing and strengthening relationships with church members and plans carefully for the transition out of the initial "honeymoon" period. Drawing on years of experience as a pastor of local congregations as well as extensive work supervising pastors, Coyner provides solid, sensible guidance on making a good move into a successful ministry. Written in consultation with pastors from both "call" and "appointment" systems, this book will be of value to those who are starting a new ministry placement, whether they be fresh out of seminary or long-time seasoned veterans. Bishop Michael J Coyner is the Bishop of the Indiana Conference of the The United Methodist Church. He oversees the life and ministry of over 1,200 United Methodist congregations in Indiana, including over 200,000 members organized into 10 districts. Under Bishop Coyner's leadership, the former North and South Indiana Conference voted in 2008 to create a new Indiana Conference which was launched in 2010. In addition to serving as a Trustee or Board member of various United Methodist agencies and institutions in Indiana, Bishop Coyner also serves on the General Council on Finance and Administration for the denomination.
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Grace and Peace,
Rev. Daniel Taylor, Director
Sue Weber, Editor & Admin. Asst.
Wesley Leadership Institute
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