RMC Newsletter
Please note: For the summer months, our regular newsletters are being condensed into a once-weekly format. This newsletter will be a combination of the previous two newsletters and will contain appointment announcements, prayers, events, job postings, relevant news and more. Have a wonderful summer!
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Important Datestop
  • August 15-18, 2013: School of Congregational Development 
  • November 15-17, 2013: Exploration
For more events, please see the calendar on our website.

List of Newsletter Items
 
  • Weekly History of Hymns Column Now Available on GBOD Website
  • Errata to The Book of Discipline 2012
  • Previously Posted Prayer Requests
  • Hey! Let's Go to Camp!
  • Water World/YSF Fundraiser: August 11th
  • School of Congregational Development 
  • Exploration 2013: Scholarships Available!
  • Mission u Offers Single Day or Multi-Day Experience in August
  • Early Response Team Basic Training Class
  • Hope UMC Plans Mission Trip and Golf Tournament
  • Kenya VIM Trip with PCCC - Fall 2013 
  • Guatemala Mission Trip with Pueblo's Wesley UMC - Spring 2014
  • SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS!
  • Investment YTD Review and Endowment Trends Webinar

  • Is Your Church Ready for a Capital Funds Campaign?
  • 2013-2014 DiSC and Discipleship Group Coaching Program
  • 2013 UMC Continuing Education Resources
  • Director of Children's Ministry - First UMC, Fort Collins, CO
  • Part-time Accompanist - Rifle United Methodist Presbyterian Church, Rifle, CO
  • Part-time Youth Director - First UMC, Castle Rock, CO
  • Pastoral Assistant - Simpson UMC, Arvada, CO
  • Church Organist & Chancel Choir Accompanist - Good Shepherd UMC, Colorado Springs, CO
  • Full Charge Bookkeeper - First UMC, Fort Collins, CO
  • Part-time Youth Director - Hilltop UMC, Sandy, UT
  • Administrative Assistant - Niwot UMC, North Boulder, CO
  • Previously posted jobs

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Weekly History of Hymns Column Now Available on GBOD Website
A popular weekly feature on hymn history that has appeared for decades in The United Methodist Reporter is now being hosted on the General Board of Discipleship (GBOD) website. Please click here to check out History of Hymns, which features a wide variety of songs from not only The United Methodist Hymnal, but also from other songbooks like The Faith We Sing and Worship & Song.

Errata to The Book of Discipline 2012

The errata to The Book of Discipline 2012 can be found by clicking here. The Cokesbury website will also allow a simple search for "errata" (although it will take more than one click).

 

 


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Previously Posted Prayer Requests

Please click here for a link to all previously posted prayer requests.

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Hey! Let's Go to Camp!

Are you looking for information on any of our Methodist camps this summer? Please visit the website at:  http://www.heyletsgotocamp.org/

 


Water World/YSF Fundraiser: August 11th
Come join us for our annual Water World/YSF Fundraiser day on Sunday, August 11 from 1:45pm-6:00pm.  Cost for the event is $25 per person, which you can pay as you arrive.  We'll be featuring an area for you to learn more about our Imagine No Malaria Campaign as well as get connected with other Conference Youth and Young Adult events throughout the year.  Hope to see you there!

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School of Congregational Development

The School of Congregational Development will be held from August 15-18, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. You can find more information on the website.

Exploration 2013: Scholarships Available!

Registration is open for Exploration 2013 in Denver, CO, an event for young adults ages 18-26 to hear, discern, and respond to God's call to ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. To learn more, to register, or to apply to be a blogger or speaker, visit www.explorecalling.org or www.gbhem.org/exploration. Scholarships are available through the Rocky Mountain Conference! Check out our application (download here) and return it to Matthew Graham ([email protected] or 6110 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111) by September 4, 2013.  We will give you specific instructions on how to register for the event if you receive a conference scholarship.


Mission u Offers Single Day or Multi-Day Experience in August
Mission u (formerly School of Christian Mission) is a Rocky Mountain Conference project coordinated by United Methodist Women and the Conference Board of Global Ministries.  This year it is being conducted August 1-3 at St. Andrew UMC in Highlands Ranch.  Along with the normal 3-day program, we are also conducting a 1-day event on Thursday, August 1 for those who can't attend all three days.  It allows people to participate in one of the three studies in a single day.  All three studies are being offered and an individual may make their choice as to which one they wish to attend. 

 

Of course, the normal program is also offered - the three day Mission u in which attendees will be able to attend two studies, the plenary and the evening events.   The three studies offered include Poverty, The Roma of Europe, and The Call: Living Sacramentally, Walking Justly.  We invite everyone - women and men, laity and clergy, children and youth - to learn about poverty, the Roma of Europe, and/or how to live sacramentally and walk justly.  More information and registration forms can be found on the RMC website by clicking here


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ERT (Early Response Team) Basic Training Class
There will be an Early Response Team Basic Training Class at Hilltop United Methodist Church on August 10, 2013 from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The trainers will be Don Falvey and Betsy Keyack. The church is located at 985 East 10600 South in Sandy, Utah 84094.

Hope UMC Plans Mission Trip and Golf Tournament
  • Hope UMC is planning a mission trip to La Puente in Alamosa, CO from October 6-11, 2013. Anyone 16 years or older may participate but it is limited to 12 people. Total cost will be $175, which includes transportation, lodging, all meals and insurance. Please contact Donna Ralston at (303) 850-7587 or [email protected].
  • Please save the date for Hope UMC's 6th Annual Golf Outing at Valley Country Club Golf Course on Monday, September 30th. The cost is $100 per person and all profits will support Denver area mission efforts. Click here to download the reservation form.

Kenya VIM Trip with PCCC - Fall 2013
Park City Community Church is opening the Kenya VIM trip to other interested persons. We have space for a few more people. Dates are October 24-November 7th. Land costs are $1,980 and include a 3-night safari to Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. For additional information, please contact Gil and Beth Miller at (435) 785-8331 or email [email protected].

Guatemala Mission Trip with Pueblo's Wesley UMC - Spring 2014

Members of Wesley UMC in Pueblo are hoping to go on a mission trip to Guatemala in March 22-30, 2014. More participants are needed to reach the 15-20 required. The estimated cost for the trip will be around $2,000. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Skip Ladd at (719) 561-8313 or email [email protected].


SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS!
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Investment YTD Review and Endowment Trends Webinar

Join the Foundation's Investment Committee and Investment Manager for a YTD Investment Performance Review. We will also discuss national trends in endowment investing and endowment spending policies. Space is limited! Reserve your Webinar seat now at 
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/987897326. The webinar is on Wednesday, July 24th from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.

Is Your Church Ready for a Capital Funds Campaign?

Does your church have the need for capital improvements that can't be met with funds from your operating income? Join us as GBOD's Executive Director of Fund Development, Scott Gilpin, offers key indicators for churches to determine whether they are ready to conduct a successful Capital Campaign. The webinar is free and you can register by clicking here.


2013-2014 DiSC and Discipleship Group Coaching Program

DiSC and Discipleship Group Coaching Program begins September 10 with a day-long retreat. Are you ready to find out what's stopping growth in your church? Learn how to understand and expand the culture of your congregation through the DiSC and Discipleship Group Coaching Program. In this groundbreaking program led by Rev. Rebekah Simon-Peter and designed just for church leaders, you'll work with an interesting and motivated group of colleagues to truly understand the culture of your congregation. Using the insights of the DiSC(r) model, the innovative DiSC(r) and Discipleship Workbook, and the power of the coaching group, you'll receive encouragement, support and concrete ideas for creating and facilitating a congregational culture that welcomes everyone! E-mail us at [email protected] or click here for more information.

 


2013 UMC Continuing Education Resources

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Director of Children's Ministry - First UMC, Fort Collins, CO

First United Methodist Church of Fort Collins, Colorado, is seeking a dynamic 28 hour a week Director of Children's Ministry to begin work in our thriving congregation. The position involves oversight of a vibrant Sunday School program and a highly successful pre-school. The successful applicant with have a college degree in Christian Education, early childhood, or elementary education or a related field. Application material to include a cover letter, resume and listing of three professional references emailed to  [email protected]. For additional background about this job and our church community, please visit our website at www.fcfumc.net or see the full job description at  http://www.fcfumc.net/events/job-openings-2.

Part-time Accompanist - Rifle United Methodist Presbyterian Church, Rifle, CO

Rifle United Methodist Presbyterian Church in Rifle, CO has an opening for an accompanist, part time: 6-8 hours/wk. One evening and Sunday mornings 8-12. Salary commiserate with experience. For a full job description email:[email protected] or call 970-625-1603.


Part-time Youth Director - First UMC, Castle Rock, CO
The First United Methodist Church of Castle Rock is looking to hire a part-time Youth Director. This position would include working weekends. If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to [email protected].
Pastoral Assistant - Simpson UMC, Arvada, CO

Simpson United Methodist Church (Arvada, CO) is looking for a part-time (16-18 hours) Pastoral Assistant, who will work with the senior minister in planning and implementing a multi-faceted program. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic person with an experience and/or ability to work especially well with children and youth. Compensation commensurate with experience and education (approx. $1000.00 a month). Letter of application and resume should be sent to [email protected]. A letter of reference will be a plus. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.


Church Organist & Chancel Choir Accompanist - Good Shepherd UMC, Colorado Springs, CO
Good Shepherd UMC in Colorado Springs, CO is looking for a part-time church organist and chancel choir accompanist. The organist and accompanist works with the pastoral staff, director of music ministries, and worship committee in the preparation, rehearsal, and presentation of all music to be performed for church services (including regularly-scheduled, seasonal, and special services) at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. The organist/accompanist must demonstrate sufficient keyboard ability to sight-read hymns and anthem accompaniments on the organ and/or piano. The organist/accompanist should have prior experience in a church setting. The employee is expected to foster cooperation, kindness, and Christian love in all aspects of the job duties. All employees of Good Shepherd UMC must be able to pass a criminal background check. This is a part-time, (one-quarter time equivalency) paid staff position. Resumes will be accepted until close of business on July 31, 2013. A copy of the complete job description is available from the church office. Call 719-392-5782.
Full Charge Bookkeeper - First UMC, Fort Collins, CO

The First United Methodist Church in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a full charge bookkeeper to fill a 24 hour per week position. Qualified candidates interested in joining this dynamic staff should submit a resume and cover letter to[email protected] by 6pm on Friday, July 19. More information about this large, vibrant church can be obtained on its website at wwwfcfumc.net. To view the complete job description and to find out more about this dynamic organization, visit the church's website at  http://www.fcfumc.net/events/job-openings-2.


Part-time Youth Director - Hilltop UMC, Sandy, UT
Hilltop UMC in Sandy, Utah is seeking a part-time Youth Director. Resumes with cover letters may be sent to[email protected] with Youth Director in the subject line. For a full job description, please click here.
Administrative Assistant - Niwot UMC, North Boulder, CO

Niwot UMC, located in the Gunbarrel neigbhorhood of North Boulder, is seeking an office administrative assistant to work 15 hours per week. The Administrative Assistant goes beyond the church secretarial position. This person will oversee the general operations of the church. In other words, he or she will coordinate and oversee not only the day-to-day tasks like bulletin prep and calendar, but will also be responsible for looking at the "Big Picture". He or she will need to delegate and coordinate volunteers whenever possible. Current computer programs being used: MS Office Suite including Word, Access, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, and Word Press for website. For more information, please see the job description on our website at http://www.niwotumc.org/. To apply please contact  [email protected].


Previously Posted Jobs

If you would like to see jobs that were in a previous newsletter, please click here. The page contains all currently posted jobs as well as instructions for how to include your church's job opening in our next newsletter.


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