The UMW Book and Bake Sale at FUMC Anchorage has become an annual fall tradition.  This year's sale will be this Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 9 AM - 1 PM at 725 W. 9th Ave.

Antiquarians - mystery lovers - cooks - historians - children - 

bargain hunters

Hundreds of books for browsing and buying - most books priced at $1 or less  

The bake sale includes pies, cakes, breads, cookies and more. You might also find several specialty items (sugar-free, gluten-free, etc.) if they haven't already been snapped up before you arrive. If you've never attended, you are in for a treat!

The General Board of Discipleship is seeking the right person for our vacancy of Chief Program Officer.  The deadline for receiving applications is September 30, 2014.

Persons wishing to apply should submit a resume along with a cover letter reflecting a personal statement as to why they are interested in this position, with emphasis on their particular gifts and skills that might equip them to be successful in the position. Please send submissions via email to recruit@gbod.org or via fax to 615-340-7565 by the above listed deadline. If anyone wishes to make inquiries or should need assistance please call GBOD Human Resources at 615-340-7107 or 615-340-7108. You may visit their website at www.gbod.org for additional agency information. The General Board of Discipleship is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V EOE.

We are excited to let you know that plans are under way for this year's UMC #GivingTuesday! This year's online giving campaign will be on December 2, 2014.

As you may remember, last year more than $6.5 million was raised online in one day through The Advance on UMC #GivingTuesday. It was a wonderful sign of commitment and extravagant generosity, highlighting the impact of thousands of United Methodists coming together on one day to transform the world.

Now is the time for you to reach out through your networks to let them know about this one-day event and how it can support your work.

UMC #GivingTuesday is part of an international movement to extend the spirit of giving thanks into the Advent season. It offers an opportunity to start off the holiday season by giving instead of getting by supporting organizations that are transforming the world.

The Advance is working out the details of a possible match but in the meantime, we want to engage our networks and build excitement for UMC #GivingTuesday on December 2, 2014.

Do you know someone or a group who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in the area of social/racial justice? The United Methodist Women are looking for nominations for their annual social & racial justice award! Nomination forms are available on the Alaska UMW website!  Completed nominations can be emailed to alaskaumc@gmail.com. 

Generation Transformation is an initiative of Global Ministries to increase opportunities for young adults to engage in mission throughout the connection. The program opportunities available are:

• Global Mission Fellows - US2 Domestic Track and International Track - Age 20-30, 2 year commitment
• Global Justice Volunteers - Age 18-30, 10 week commitment
• Individual Volunteers - Age 18 and up, flexible commitment anywhere from 2 months to 2 years

Global Ministries has a vision of 500 young adult missionaries serving around the world.  View this video or download this brochure to learn more.  Applications are now available online.  Visit www.umcmission.org/gt.  The early-bird deadline is October 15th.

All young adults in their 20s & 30s are invited out to Birchwood Camp in Chugiak for a retreat weekend. It's a good mix of downtime to relax and some scheduled time with fun things to do together. Pumpkin carving, bonfires, worship, discussions, great food, hot chocolate, a scavenger hunt, hiking and more. We're excited to welcome our Superintendent, Rev. Carlo A. Rapanut, to facilitate our worship & discussion on Saturday morning & evening! He'll work with us on themes in the book, "You Lost Me." It's a look at why many young adults don't connect with the church and where we go from here.

Childcare is provided during the worship & discussion portions. This year, we're offering a Saturday only option. Come out just for the day on Saturday if you'd prefer not to spend the night. More info at  www.facebook.com/Alaska20s&30s and registration at www.birchwoodcamp.org/camps. 

Birchwood Camp would like to invite everyone to the annual dinner, meeting and auction on October 26th.  The event will be held in Fireweed Hall as we celebrate the past year of ministry, elect new board members, enjoy a meal together, and support the mission of our camp through the live and silent auctions. This year the funds raised will support the camp scholarship fund and help add bathrooms to Fireweed Hall.

The silent auction will open at 4:30 pm in Fireweed Hall. The meal will begin at 5:00 pm, with the program and live auction to follow. Childcare will be provided in the Lodge after the meal.  The event will conclude around 7:30 pm. Seating is limited so please RSVP to 907.688.2734 or by email info@birchwoodcamp.org.