In these times of stress and uncertainty, it is often difficult for churches to maintain current levels of activity, let alone plan ahead. A period of intentional, prayerful listening in the congregation may provide the boost you need. This hour-long webinar session offers a practical guide to a range of listening activities, including focus groups, […]

This is an overview course that provides helpful background for all laypersons in service in the church and community. It is also required for all who pursue recognition in Lay Servant Ministries. The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. […]

In the twenty-first century, his question echoes through time in a new way: Can this church grow again? For people who care about faith-based communities, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and the Kingdom of God, this question is critical. When the pandemic broke out, it badly disrupted church life, already hindered by declining membership, forcing […]

Will your church be planning an annual campaign this year? If the pandemic has moved your folks out of the routine of the annual campaign, this may be the year to innovate and make the campaign more personal than a pre-packaged experience! A campaign can be an important piece, but it is just a piece […]

Course Dates:June 13 – July 16, 2022 Presenting Scripture in ways adapted to many modes of presentation has never been more important than today, when those hearing the message may be in person, online, or both. As pastors and small group leaders adapt to the new significance of the internet in ministry, this class will […]

What should you do if your ministry is hit by ransomware? We have the answers! Join UMC Support on June 15, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. CDT to find out exactly what ransomware is, how it can affect your ministry, and the best ways to keep your data safe and secure.

Walter Cross, Jr., pastor in the Holston Conference of The United Methodist Church, will lead us on the topic, Preaching in the African American Experience. Rev. Cross led this session in February and received rave reviews. He will be leading a webinar on the same topic June 16 at 11am east / 10am cent / 9am moun […]

Course Dates:June 20 – July 1, 2022 When someone around us is experiencing hurt or grief, we want to do what we can to alleviate their pain. Instead, we often unintentionally say words that add to their pain.  We owe it to ourselves and those hurting to be equipped to meet their pain in the […]

While we find struggling churches in different contexts, theological backgrounds, sizes, and cultures, declining congregations have one thing in common: A palpable lack of focus on what God desires. They have collectively ceased seeking God’s plan for their congregations and communities. Conversely, all thriving churches have leaders fearlessly living in God’s purpose, both individually and […]

Join Finda Quiwa, United Women in Faith Regional Missionary, and the Liberian country team for an informative discussion of the work of United Women in Faith in Liberia. The speakers will discuss the critical issues facing women in Liberia, share their current work and future programs needed to improve the lives of women and girls. […]

Please join the Benefit Educators on the next You, UMPIP and Your Future webinar to learn about the different ways you can take advantage of UMPIP to save for retirement. At our January 22, 2022 UMPIP webinar, many attendees wanted to learn about the different contribution types available, the tax advantages involved, how you can rollover prior […]

The Northern Illinois Conference Anti-Racism Task Force and their partners, are pleased to announce our 2022 Speaker Series. During this 4-part series that extends into December and includes a 6-week book study in the fall, we will journey together to prayerfully learn, engage, and tackle our personal and corporate role in addressing racism. Representatives from […]