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Washington District [email protected] September 2013
August 18, 2013
Dear Friends,In the 28 plus years I have served Jesus as a United Methodist pastor, I have been privileged to be a part of some
great churches and serve alongside some awesome pastors. Some of them were women. Others were men. Some were Ordained Elders and others were Licensed Local Pastors. Every one of them taught me something too. One pastor taught me something that has especially come to mind recently. He said, “There are times when life is like drinking water from a fire hose. “
Lately, as I have begun to learn more about the scope of my ministry as your new Superintendent, I have felt that way. As Eric and Tara transition to serve First UMC in Butler, I can’t help but imagine at times it’s also how they feel. It’s why I hope you will continue to pray for them. It’s also why I need you to pray for my wife, Karen and for me.
While September 1st is my first “official” day on the District, it does not appear we will move into the District parsonage before the week of September 9th. I have met with the District Superintendency Committee whose help and care have meant a great deal to me and to Karen. Part of the work we did together as a Committee was to set the date and location for the Installation service. The service is scheduled for Sunday, October 13 th at 6:00 PM at Avery United Methodist Church. I hope you and members of your church family can come. Karen and I would sure love to see you there.
It’s also been my joy to meet with Collette who, in many ways, has taken me by the hand and helped me see down the road a bit. I’m grateful to her and grateful to God for her. I anticipate relying on her a great deal to help me carry out my work. I will rely on you as well.
Eric, as you might imagine, has also been a tremendous help. In the midst of everything he and Tara have going on right now, Eric has made time to meet with me, review files, write and call all in an effort to help me get off to a good start. Eric has done all of this while insuring continuity of care for the pastors, families and churches he has come to love.
The last week of August will find me in North Carolina for a week-long orientation for incoming Superintendents. Once I return we’ll be making final preparations to land at our new address. My mother, Shirley, who I also look forward to your meeting, will be a part of your new District parsonage family. My mom is 84 and in Hospice care. Presently, we are working with Forbes Hospice to provide care once we arrive. Please pray for her in the midst of the changes she finds herself experiencing. As you pray, give thanks that, in the midst of everything we go through and experience in our lives, our God is a God whose “grace really is sufficient” and whose promise to meet our needs (Karen and I both have some stories to tell about how God has met ours’!) is a promise God is faithful to keep! With appreciation and love in Christ, Brad
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CELEBRATE!
Pastors SpousesDavid Stains 9/7 Deb Bowser 9/3Melissa Geisler 9/8 Joan Cox 9/11Rico Vespa 9/14 Jann Markley 9/12Deb Rogosky 9/26 Beth Stains 9/12
Konita Hodge 9/14Children Elsie Knappenberger 9/24Lydia Custer 9/15Naomi Custer 9/15Ryan Sands 9/30 Anniversaries
LaMar & Rachel Carlson 9/4Ed & Bonnie Pope 9/7Hal & Nancy Dangel 9/9Deb & Ed Rogosky 9/9Gary & Mary Ann Grau 9/13Woody & Carol Wilson 9/15Dee & Bud Swingle 9/29
GREENE COUNTY HYMN SING
AUGUST 11, 2013 WASHINGTON STREET UMC 7:00PMSEPTEMBER 8, 2013 FAIRALL UMC 7:00PM
OCTOBER 13, 2013 KENTS CHAPEL 7:00PMNOVEMBER 10, 2013 JEFFERSON UMC 7:00PMDECEMBER 8, 2013 CARMICHAELS 7:00PM \
WPA WASHINGTON DISTRICT UNITED METHODIST WOMEN:Saturday, Sept. 7 Day Apart/Annual Meeting at Grace UMC in Coal CenterSaturday, Oct. 19 UMW WPA Annual Meeting at Aliquippa FirstWednesday, Nov. 13 DEMT at Houston First
FROM PATRICIA MORRIS – CONFERENCE TREASURERSubject: PA Corporation StatusFolks – many of our churches are receiving a mailing from “Corporate Records Service” OR “Pennsylvania Corporate Compliance Company” requiring them to complete information concerning their corporation status in Pennsylvania and sending $125.00 with the information.Please know that this is a scam.Please check the webpage of PA Department of Corporations. Click the “scam” button.
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World Methodist Council Email Scam: The Council reports that there is a email scam underway to solicit money supposedly on behalf of the World Methodist Council. The email is sent from the address [email protected]. The Council said: Please do not respond to these individuals, and, if possible, alert local authorities. The World Methodist Council does not request money by phone or email. All solicitations would come on official letterhead. Any email correspondence from the Council headquarters will come from an "@worldmethodistcouncil.org" email address.
The WPA Children’s Ministry Team is selling 24 books (2 cases of 12) that were leftover from an event. These books are of high quality, beautifully illustrated and written appropriately for the age level. Excellent for teaching, children’s moments in worship, gift-giving or display. Entitled: The Story For Children. Authored by Max Lucado, Randy Frazee, Karen Davis Hill; Zondervan, 2011. Hardback. Half-priced at $10.00 each.
There are 4 books available for the preschool age child from the same series. Entitled: The Story For Children; Preschool Edition. Hardback. Half-priced at $10.00 each.
Books can be bought by the case or individually. Please e-mail your request for the number of books you wish to purchase to: Mary Lou Lazear WPA Children’s Ministry Team [email protected]
TRAINING FOR ALL LOCAL CHURCH TREASURERS & FINANCE CHAIRS:Monday, October 28th from 6:30-8:00PMWashington First UMCThere will be three classes:
UMPIP match issues and possible health care co-pay issues for payroll, W2 and 941’s with Pat Morris Health Care changes passed at Annual Conference with Kathleen Lasky Planned Giving-The United Methodist Foundation with Ed Bailey
How to set the Pastor’s Salary for 2014
2014 - BASE COMPENSATION
Full Conference Member (FE) $39,160Associate Conference Member (AM) $37,960Provisional Member (PE) $35,699Full-time Local Pastor (FL) $33,896Deacons under full time appointment of the Bishop (See Discipline par. 331.14
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Conference Board of Pension Clergy Pre-Retirement Seminar DATE: Monday, October 7 and Tuesday, October 8, 2013.REGISTRATION COST PER ATTENDEE: $75.00 LOCATION: Four Points Sheraton, Sheraton Drive, Mars, PAROOM RATE: $96.00 (exclusive of taxes)REGISTRATION PHONE NUMBER FOR THE HOTEL: 1-888-627-8175 Name on block of rooms: WPAUMCClasses include:
Pension Information Social Security/Medicare Financial and Estate Planning Mortgage Planning / Credit Scores Health Care Choices at RetirementRegistration Deadline - September 30
One-to-Ones 2013:
Tuesday, September 17: Wednesday, September 18:10:00 Debra Rogosky 10:00 Ruth Simmons1:00 Bill Shaw 1:00 Bruce Judy
Thursday, September 19: Tuesday, September 24:10:00 Ross Pryor 10:00 Rico Vespa1:00 Bill Starr 1:00 Hal Dangel
Wednesday, September 25: Thursday, September 26:10:00 Jim Sands 10:00 Thomas Chacko1:00 Steve Cordle 1:00 Cynthia Deter
Wednesday, October 2: Thursday, October 3:10:00 Bill Parker 10:00 Ken Custer1:00 Ron Geisler 1:00 Nelson Boone
Tuesday, October 15: Wednesday, October 16:10:00 Dawn Hargraves 10:00 Lois Swestyn1:00 Rick Bowser 1:00 Chad Bogdewic
Thursday, October 17: Tuesday, October 22:10:00 Lori Walters 10:00 David Stains1:00 Ron Fleming 1:00 John Hodge
Wednesday, October 23: Thursday, October 24:10:00 Mark Stewart 10:00 Jim Markley1:00 Jim Lewis 1:00 Judy Winston-Thomas
Tuesday, October 29: Wednesday, October 30:10:00 Gary Grau 10:00 Melissa Geisler1:00 Patty Comini-Miller 1:00 Sandy Conti
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Thursday, October 31: Tuesday, November 5:10:00 Keith Simmons 10:00 Dan Grimes1:00 Ed Hanley 1:00 Tom Michalko
Wednesday, November 6: Thursday, November 7:10:00 Dale Roddy 10:00 Max Miller1:00 Sue Spar-Calhoun 1:00 Ed Pope
Tuesday, November 12: Wednesday, November 13:10:00 Richard Roberts 10:001:00 John Piper 1:00 Bruce Northey
Evening one-to-ones: (All are at 6:30PM in the District Office)
Tuesday, September 16 Brian Carroll TBD Monica CalvertTuesday, November 5 Debra MasonThursday, November 21 Diane SwingleTuesday, November 26 Ben Williamson
Pre-Charge Conference Briefings for 2013:
Thursday, September 12th at 10:00AM Washington First UMCSaturday, September 14th at 10:00AM Elrama UMCWednesday, September 18th at 10:00AMWaynesburg First UMC
Summit Sessions:Conversations on the Summit of God’s Urgent Call to Mission and Ministry
These “Summit Sessions” will be a 75-minute time of conferencing between the church or charge and the District Superintendent, Eric Park. During the first half of the session, Eric will offer a presentation that will illuminate a portion of his vision for the ministry of the local church in 2013. The second half will be a time of open dialogue—about specific portions of Eric’s presentation or anything else that those present wish to raise with the District Superintendent.
The Summit Sessions are NOT Church Conferences. (We will be holding Cluster Church Conferences in November.) No votes will be taken and no minutes will be recorded. No advance preparation is required on the part of the pastor or the church/charge (other than prayer). The Summit Sessions are simply an opportunity for the District Superintendent to experience a time of vision-casting and dialogue with the individual churches and charges on the Washington District.
ALL CHURCH MEMBERS (AND CHURCH ATTENDERS WHO ARE NOT MEMBERS) ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!
**NOTE: Session will be held in the UNDERLINED church. Please contact the District Office IF MUST change dates or church where the session is to be held.
Summit Session—Tuesday, September 17:6:30—Mapletown/Mt. Pleasant8:00--Carmichaels
Summit Session—Wednesday, September 18:7:00—Fairview/Nebo
Summit Session—Thursday, September 19:7:00—Greene Hills/Fairmount
Summit Session—Tuesday, September 247:00—Coal Center Grace
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Summit Session—Wednesday, September 256:30—Jefferson Ave/West Washington8:00—Avery
Summit Session—Thursday, September 26:6:30—Fairall Charge: (Mt. Morris/Fairall/Claughton Chapel)8:00—Oak View
Summit Session—Tuesday, October 16:30—John Wesley8:00—Washington First
Summit Session—Wednesday, October 27:00—Liberty/Amity
Summit Session—Thursday, October 36:30—Charleroi First/Dunlevy/Speers8:00—California First
Summit Session—Tuesday, October 8:6:30—Monongahela Parish: Fordyce/Mt. Pleasant8:00—Bobtown/Taylortown/Mt. Calvary
Summit Session—Wednesday, October 9:6:30—Kents Chapel/Valley Chapel/Spraggs8:00—Washington Street/Throckmorton
Summit Session—Thursday, October 10:6:30—Greater Purpose Parish (at Jefferson UMC)8:00—Waynesburg First
Summit Session—Tuesday, October 156:30—Scenery Hill/Davidson8:00—UM Community (at Beallsville UMC)
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Summit Session—Wednesday, October 166:30—West Alexander8:00—Claysville/Zion
Summit Session—Thursday, October 176:30—United in Christ: Canonsburg/Meadowlands/Fawcett8:00—Trinity
Summit Session—Tuesday, October 226:30—Bridgeville First8:00—Bentleyville/Houston
Summit Session—Wednesday, October 236:30—Midway/Federal8:00—Noblestown/McDonald
Summit Session—Thursday, October 247:00—Eldersville
Summit Session—Tuesday, October 297:00—Crossroads (North Fayette Campus)
Summit Session—Wednesday, October 306:30—Boston/Elizabeth8:00—Greenock
Summit Session—Thursday, October 31:6:30—Jackson Community: Valley Chapel/Bethany8:00—Rogersville/Jollytown
Summit Session—Saturday, November 211:00—Monongahela First
Summit Session—Wednesday, November 66:30—Pine Run8:00—Central Highlands
Summit Session—Thursday, November 76:30—New Beginnings Charge: Clairton First/Elrama/Glassport8:00—Wrights/Edwards Chapel
CHURCH Conferences (meaning that all church members are invited to be present with voice and vote) will be clusters (same grouping as last year) and will begin at 7:30PM. PPRC/SPRC Training will begin prior to each of the Church conferences at 6:30PM. Refreshments are not required, but host churches are encouraged to offer hospitality in whatever way they deem appropriate.
2013 CHURCH CLUSTERS:
Will be held at Waynesburg First UMC on Wednesday, November 13th at 7:30PMRogersville/Jollytown Charge: Rogersville, Jollytown, Grandview, Pleasant Hill, Pine BankCarmichaelsFairall Charge: Fairall, Claughton Chapel, Mt. MorrisFairview/Nebo Charge: Fairview, Nebo
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Jackson Community: Bethany, Valley ChapelBobtown/Mt.Calvary/Taylortown ChargeWaynesburg First Mon Parish: Fordyce/Mt. PleasantMapletown/Mt. Pleasant ChargeOak ViewWashington Street/Throckmorton ChargeBrave Charge: Brave/Spraggs/Valley Chapel
Will be held at Coal Center: Grace on Tuesday, November 12th at 7:30PMBentleyville/Houston ChargeUnited in Christ Charge: Canonsburg First UMC, Meadow Lands, FawcettBridgeville FirstMcDonald/NoblestownCaliforniaCharleroi First/Speers/Dunlevy ChargeUnited Methodist Community Charge: Centerville, Taylor, Beallsville, Mt. Zion, MariannaMidway/FederalScenery Hill/DavidsonCoal Center: Grace
Will be held at Avery on Thursday, November 14th at 7:30PMAmity/Liberty ChargeJefferson Ave/West Washington ChargeAveryWashington FirstJohn WesleyTrinityCrossroads
Will take place at Claysville on Tuesday, November 19th at 7:30PMClaysville/Zion ChargeGreene Hills/Fairmount Charge: Nineveh, Union Valley, FairmountWest AlexanderGreater Purpose Charge: Jefferson, Rices Landing, Fredericktown, Denbo:St. Paul’s, Howe, RoscoeEldersville
Will take place at Central Highlands on Wednesday, November 20th at 7:30PMBoston/ElizabethCentral HighlandsWright’s/Edward’s ChapelClairton First/Glassport/ElramaGreenockMonongahela First Clairton: Pine Run
The Washington District website - http://wpaumc.org/districts/detail/33
Conference website - www.wpaumc.org. Conference calendar: http://www.wpaumc.org/events/calendarDistrict Calendar: http://www.wpaumc.org/events/calendar?mode=district&district=33&area=All&month=2&year=2010
MISSION OPPORTUNITIESWashington District: www.grace-ministries.us**The Elizabeth area has suffered recent damage from flash flooding. There has been a plea for help from our District Disaster coordinator, Sue Calhoun. Anyone wishing to help with the cleanup effort please contact Sue at [email protected]. **
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Contact Diane Miller at 814-498-2308 (o) or [email protected] advantage of the mission opportunities that are listed on the website:
www.wpaumc.org/ministries/VIM
*** Join the Mission News distribution list. Contact Diane Miller ([email protected] ) ***
Resource Relief Supplies NeededAt UMCOR Sager Brown in Baldwin, Louisiana, and UMCOR West in Salt Lake City, Utah, the inventory of relief-supply kits remains desperately low. Take up an offering to replenish supplies. Make out checks to WPAUMC with “Mission Barn kit material” in the memo line. Play this video from Greg Forrester, UMCOR’s US Disaster Response executive, during offering time to encourage further support. Learn how to assemble relief kits here.UMCOR: Donate to Advance #901440-Material Resources to help purchase emergency response and disaster relief supplies.
Training Opportunities· Early Response Team Basic Training – Sep 7, 9:00-5:00 – Concord UMC, 285 Concord Church Road, Rt
588, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 – register online
· Early Response Team Basic Training – Sep 14, 9:00-5:00 – Circleville UMC, G11600 Parkway Dr, North Huntington PA 15642 – register online
2013 Disaster Response Academy Sept. 25-28Dealing with the flooding and tornados of the past two months has made many of us aware that a wish to help and a little training is not enough. This Disaster Response Academy is an opportunity for WPA leaders and volunteers to "Learn & Prepare to Witness & Serve” – Camp Asbury, 10776 Asbury Road, Hiram, OH 44234. Answer YOUR call to be a Caring Presence in the Time of Disaster. Learn more.
Online Mission Trips: You and your congregation can engage in global mission without leaving your church. An online mission trip could include Skype calls, video testimonies, online prayer rooms and more. Get your tech gurus excited and involve people unable to be part of a typical on-site mission team. Learn more United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Leadership Institute, Sept. 25-27 — Registration open now for this event aimed at helping leaders revive churches. Details.
MTSO courses target enhanced congregational generosity Two opportunities focused on creating cultures of generosity in congregations are available through Methodist Theological School in Ohio during the 2013 Fall Semester. The first is an intensive one-day class. The second is a seminary course spanning four fall weekends.
“Creating Congregational Cultures of Generosity” will be presented 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sept. 13 by the Theological Commons at MTSO and the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving, a program of the nationally renowned Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University.Pastors and other congregational leaders attending this course will develop an enhanced understanding of fundraising, campaigns and methods for analyzing each congregation’s unique context. Tuition is $85 per person, which includes lunch and an accompanying notebook. The registration deadline is Aug. 30. Registration and additional information are at www.mtso.edu/lake.The second learning opportunity around church giving is the seminary course “Faith, Money and Stewardship,” in which congregational leaders are invited to audit a class attended by MTSO students. This class will meet over a series of Friday nights and full-day Saturday sessions Oct. 11-12, Nov. 1-2, Nov. 15-16 and Dec. 6-7.
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The cost for auditing “Faith, Money and Stewardship” is $200, or $75 for persons 60 and over. Continuing education units are available for an additional fee of $50. For detailed information, email Associate Academic Dean Lisa Withrow at [email protected]. To register for this class, email Registrar Sue Lamphere at [email protected]. The registration deadline for “Faith, Money and Stewardship” is Sept. 5.
Free webinar “Creative Thinking in Faith Formation: An Ancient/Future Approach,” Sept. 17 — 6:30 p.m. CT, learning strategies for teaching adults using an exploration of Jesus' teaching methods, from the United Methodist Board of Discipleship. To register.
Revitup! Event for young clergy, Oct. 28-30 — Event for clergy ages 25-39 in Atlanta, sponsored by the United Methodist Board of Pension and Health Benefits. Aims to help clergy manage debt and set boundaries. Details.
Workshop on Advocacy, Nov. 12-14 — Training for anyone asked to be an advocate for a pastor or lay person from preventive options to facing the Judicial Council, with the Revs. Larry Pickens and Scott Campbell as two of the speakers. To register and learn the cost and location, contact the Rev. Jerry Eckert of Associates in Advocacy at [email protected]. Registration limited.
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100 Hole “for the kids” Golf MarathonMonday, September 30, 2013
Christian Sports International (CSI) needs YOU to play in our 100 Hole “for the kids” Golf Marathon on Monday, September 30, 2013, 8:30 am at Strawberry Ridge Golf Course in Harmony, PA. 100 Holes of Golf, cart, one dozen golf balls, participation gift, and lunch included at no cost to you. No more than two golfers per hole. CSI will provide you pledge sheets with your name on each sheet to raise pledges. CSI would like each golfer to try and raise $1,000 in pledges. CSI encourages you to start the pledge sheet by donating $1 per hole. The day of the marathon CSI will collect the pledge sheets and invoice everyone that pledged so you do not need to collect. Please let me know if you can participate by September 6, 2013. Thanks for considering. Golf Rules
Best ball format Multiple balls will be played at every hole Tee off all balls pick up all balls up except your best ball Drop all balls at your best ball and continue play until completing hole Par 3 Holes you may play up to ten balls at each hole accounting for 40 holes Remaining holes play (5) balls at 12 holes accounting for 60 holes
Contact Scott Grinder to RSVP at: [email protected]
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REGISTER NOW FOR FAITH COMMUNITY (PARISH NURSE) COURSE
(Parish) Nursing Course Foundations of Faith Community Nursing
Mercy Parish Nurse and Health Ministry Program October 4 & 5 and 11 & 12, 2013
UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PAhttp://www.pmhs.org/parish-nursprogram/education-and-resources.aspx
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Villa Maria School of Nursing/Gannon University
September 6 & 7, 27 & 28 and October 25 & November 2, 2013Glenwood United Methodist Church, 2931 Myrtle Street, Erie, PA
Vanessa Murray 814-871-5520 [email protected]
For general information about health ministry or faith community nursingcontact Barbara Lewis, RN, Faith Community Nurse Coordinator and
WPA UM Conference Health As Wholeness Coordinator at [email protected] or 814-806-5253
2013 Annual Meeting of Conference and District Lay Leaders"Developing Effective Lay Leadership"October 4-5, 2013Wyndham Mount Laurel11 Route 73 NorthMount Laurel, New Jersey 08054-5115
Who Should Attend: The NEJ Annual conference Lay Leaders encourages ALL District Lay Leaders and Associate Lay Leaders to be a part of this year's annual meeting. Local Church Lay Leaders are also encouraged to attend. The more leaders that attend, the more our Annual Conferences, districts and congregations will benefit by having their leadership teams equipped for their work together making Disciples for Jesus Christ. There will be interactive sessions that will equip you to fulfill your elected responsibilities with spiritual leadership. Our sessions will also explore the role, responsibility and challenges facing the Lay Leader. For registration* information and the schedule, please see Lay Leader Annual Mtg aug13.pdf and Lay Leader Annual Mtg Reg Form aug13 (2).pdf*Please note that you will be responsible for making your own hotel reservations at the group rate.*
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Methodist School of Supernatural Ministry is coming to WPA and Jumonville Oct. 2-5. Check out their site http://www.jumonville.org/event.mssm.html
PTS OFFERINGS:Sept. 22-27 Seeing with the Eyes of Faith: Visual Arts as an Entry to Prayer with Kristine Haig Sept. 23-24 Mission In The Global Public Square with Vinoth RamachandraVisit www.pts.edu for more information or to sign up and pay online.
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olmsted manor eventsFor Clergy Continuing Education & Formation events click here: CCEF EVENTS
Continuing Education Event Schedule - http://olmstedmanor.org/CCEF/CCEF-Events.htm
Finding our Mentors:Being Women in a New World of Options
Rev. Pamela GardnerSeptember 22-24, 2013
Olmsted Manor Retreat Center814-945-6512 * [email protected]
PO Box 8, Ludlow, PA 16333 www.olmstedmanor.org 2013 Fall Women’s Spirituality Retreat
Finding our Mentors: Being Women in a New World of OptionsSeptember 22-24, 2013
This event begins with dinner at 5:30 on Sunday, September 22, continuing through lunch on Tuesday, September 24.
What an awesome time we live in as women these days! Women are assuming roles and privileges previously available only to men, and it's exciting and wonderful to watch talented women achieve success and personal blessing. Let's get together and discern what God might be calling us to do or become as women of faith! We'll look at the stories of powerful women, women young, women old, women visionary, women servants, women prophets... We'll look at each life story with an eye towards gathering mentors around us that will encourage holy movement in every facet of our lives.
So come away to Olmsted in September for the Fall Women’s Spirituality Retreat. The retreat is a great opportunity for study, renewal, and fellowship. The retreat this year will be led by Rev. Pam Gardner who serves as the pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church in Erie, Pa.
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September 22-24, 2013Arrive and Register September 22 between 3 and 5 pm
Event Cost: tuition: $70.00+ Room/Board: $122.00= Total Cost: $192.00(private room additional $20) ~ CEUs: 1.0To register email Anne: [email protected] or phone: 814-945-6512 or mail the following form. (You may also register through the Olmsted website www.olmstedmanor.org)
Name: ________________________________________ Email address: _____________________________________
Address: ________________________________ City:_______________________ State: _______ Zip: _____________
Phone: ______________ Physical/Dietary needs: _________________________ Require Handicap accessibility? yes/no
Requested Roommate: ______________________________________________ Private Room? (additional $20) yes/no
Send with $25 deposit to: Olmsted Manor; PO Box 8; Ludlow, PA 16333 [Recd: ____ Ch#: ____ Amt: _____]
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“In A Good Light” Photography Playshopwith Dean D. Ziegler
October 23-25Olmsted Manor Retreat Center
814-945-6512 * [email protected] PO Box 8, Ludlow, PA 16333 www.olmstedmanor.org
Olmsted Manor Retreat Center “IN A GOOD LIGHT”
Fall Photography PLAYSHOPThis event begins with lunch on Wednesday October 23 continuing through lunch on Friday, October25.
The GOAL of the In a Good Light Photography Retreat is to bring together both physical and spiritual seeing in a way that deepens both.
A Playshop? Pastor Dean’s photography “playshop” is a creativity-oriented version of a “photography workshop.” We’ll playfully look at the world around us and explore ideas for framing up pictures that have emotional and visual appeal.
Equally important, we will explore a “theology of seeing” and our response to what we see. As we look keenly at God’s material world we may find fresh visions filling the “eyes of our heart.”
Leader: Retired Butler District Superintendent and photography enthusiast, Dean D. Ziegler 1.0 CEU credit available upon request
What to Bring: Digital Camera, any interchangeable lenses (not necessary) Tripod (highly recommended) Outdoor clothing, raingear and sturdy hiking, or rubber boots for dewy or wet vegetation and small
stream navigation. Notebook or electronic tablet for registering thoughts, reflections and personal notes. Laptop computer with program for minor photo editing, flash drive and/or disks for image transfer Further details will be sent to registrants
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“In A Good Light” Photography Playshop with Dean D.ZieglerArrive and Register October 23 by 12:15 for lunch Schedule (subject to change):
Event Cost: tuition: $94.00 + Room/Board: $131.00 = Total Cost: $225.00 (private room additional $20) CEUs: 1.0To register email Anne: [email protected] or phone: 814-945-6512 or mail the following form. (You may also register through
the Olmsted website www.olmstedmanor.org)
Name: ________________________________________ Email address: _____________________________________
Address: ________________________________ City:_______________________ State: _______ Zip: _____________
Phone: ______________ Physical/Dietary needs: _________________________ Require Handicap accessibility? yes/no
Requested Roommate: ______________________________________________ Private Room? (additional $20) yes/no
Send with $25 deposit to: Olmsted Manor; PO Box 8; Ludlow, PA 16333
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Gifted! - 2013 Clergy Spouse Retreat
For it is by grace you have been saved through faith — and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.- Ephesians 2:8The 2013 Clergy Spouse Retreat Where East Meets West Building Bridges of FaithOur fourth annual combined gathering for spouses in East Ohio and Western Pennsylvania moves to Twinsburg, OHNote: The Chapel and the Hospitality Suite will be open throughout the retreat.Friday, October 113:00 pm Check in at your leisure, Registration open.5:00-6:00 pm Light Dinner Buffet6:30 pm Opening Worship7:00 pm ”Speed Meeting” is backGet acquainted fun followed by an evening of music, fellowship, dancing and games — and a movie showing in the Hospitality Room.Saturday, October 128:00 am Full breakfast buffet9:00 am Praise and singing9:30-10:30 am Workshop Options Session 111:00-12:00 pm Workshop Options Session 2(Hotel checkout time is noon)12:00-1:00 pm Lunch Buffet1:30-2:30 pm Workshop Options Session 33:00-3:30 pm Closing WorshipSelect your workshop options from descriptions inside. We want this weekend to be a gift to you. Feel free to relax around the pool, work out in the fitness center, catch up with friends and snack in the Hospitality Suite, Take time for solitude in the Chapel or visit the Mission Station. All are available any time during the retreat.Friday, 3:00 pm - Saturday, 3:30 pmThe Hilton Garden Inn and ConferenceCenter, Twinsburg, Ohio is located on I-480 just NW of I-80 at 8971 Wilcox Drive, Twinsburg, OH 44087. (clevelandtwinsburg.hgi.com)All rooms are furnished with two queen beds, flat screen television, refrigerator, microwave oven and coffee maker. The setting features open glassed gathering areas and includes gardens and a nearby hiking trail through the woods.Best of all, they pride themselves in their dedicated, and accommodating staff. Our plan team has experienced the gift of hospitality and friendliness in many ways already. So give yourself the gift of a relaxed, beautiful fall weekend with others who share the role of clergy spouse. Are you a clergy couple? You count twice! We have loved having husband-wife clergy join us in years past! Don’t forget your swim suit for the pool and spa and your favorite book to relax with in their airy lounges. You may want to come the night before or stay over on Saturday to get the full benefit of this time away. The hotel will honor our lodging rate of $85. Driving behind the front entrance will enable you touse the entrance where the registration table will be set up. You will pick up your room keys here. You do not need to check in at the hotel lobby desk. The Hospitality Suite will be open Friday afternoon and throughout the retreat.
Registration HILTON GARDEN INN & CONFERENCE CENTERName:Address:City: State: Zip:Phone: Cell:Email:Room Please check one:q Cost with Single room $135q Cost with 2 per room $ 90q Cost with 3 per room $ 70q Cost with 4 per room $ 65q Saturday Only $ 40Roommate Request(s) Please check one:q Request a roommate assignmentq Roommate Request (s)Name:Name:Name:Roommate registrations should be mailed together or just a few days apart. Thanks!Cost Includes:
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Friday light dinner buffet, Saturday full breakfast and lunch buffets, lodging and programming from Friday 3 pm – Saturday 3:30 pm. Saturday only registration includes breakfast, lunch, workshops and worship. If your workshop options have a supply cost, those fees will be in addition to the costs below and paid directly to the workshop leaders.Make Check Payable to: WPA Clergy Spouse RetreatRegistrations should be returned by September 25, 2013with payment to:Kathleen Porter229 Evergreen Drive, Franklin PA 16323email: [email protected]: 814-432-8710*Scholarship help available(Contact hotel directly to book extended stays,330-405-4488) Please bring your gifts for UMCOR Health Kits. Any or as many items as you want to bring will be packed in the Missions Station. Please make a note of these items before returning your registration and bring whatever you can.Workshop Options:Make your workshop choices by selecting one from each of thethree sessions listed as shown on the opposite page. (Rememberyou are free NOT to participate in workshops if you choose).q Morning Yogaq Missions Projectq Missional Ministryq Financial Life Changesq Glass that Tells a Storyq Energizing Yogaq Ever Felt Unglued?q Elephants and More Elephantsq Ministry with Registered Therapy Dogsq Clergy Taxesq Nature Hikeq Discover Your Spiritual Giftsq Beaded Key Pendant Necklaceq Frugal Living through Couponingq Ministry Over the Long Haulq Chocolate & Prayer … Starting a BusinessMany thanks to the WPA members of the retreat plan team: Sally Bickerton, Mandy Carlson, Amanda Gilligan, Jeanette Meekins, Tara Park, Kathleen Porter, Brenda Russell, Wilma Russell, and Linda Ziegler.The gift of free time is always an option: relax and enjoy.Use this time however you please.Session 1 9:30 – 10:30 amMorning Yoga - Wake up and stretch with this gentle yoga experience suitable for all ages and fitness levels. (Comfortableclothing & mat or towel recommended.)Missions Project - Come work with friends on Missions projects for UMCOR. Supplies will be provided to sew school bags, layette gowns and crocheting baby sweaters. Some portable sewing machines available or bring your own. School bags can also be sewn by hand. Also learn how to make Project Linus fleece tie blankets from the beginning. Missions station will be open all day for everyone to help.Missional Ministry: It’s Much More than You SignUp For! - Acts 1:8 & I Thess 2:8 will guide our discussion of what it means to be a “Christian Presence” in the aftermath of a disaster. We will look at how to organize work mission trips according to what’s most important; like listening to survivors. Prayerfully, we will find that it is much more than pulling or pounding a nail.Financial Life Changes - Sudden or planned changes in life such as disability, retirement or death force families to change.This session discusses financial preparation and resources as a clergy spouse or surviving spouse. Led by Betsy Stewart, EastOhio Conference Benefits ManagerGlass That Tells a Story - This is an opportunity to see the wonderful stained glass of the UMC of Macedonia sanctuary,just five minutes from our hotel, which church members designed and created. You will see, “what we did and how we did it and learn about the classes we took, fund raising and choosing designs.” A glass cutting demonstration is included and youwill see examples of the current gifts given for each baptism, wedding and funeral at the church.Session 2 11:00 – 12:00 NoonEnergizing Yoga - Breathe and comfortably stretch using yoga techniques to energize your day. (Comfortable clothing & mator towel recommended.)Have you ever felt…Unglued? - God gave us emotions, but sometimes those emotions cause us to feel unglued. UtilizingLysa TerKeurst’s Unglued, discover practical suggestions for having your emotions work for you instead of against you!Come laugh, learn and leave understanding that when we can’t fix our circumstances, we can fix our mind on God.Elephants and More Elephants!! - Look no further for a fun gift for any occasion that you can make out of items you alreadyhave. Just bring your favorite color bath towel and two washcloths. The size of your towel determines the size of your sweet elephant! Other accessories will be provided.Ministry with Registered Therapy Dogs - If you have ever thought about doing ministry with a Therapy Dog, come learnabout becoming a Therapy Dog Team — things you need to consider and places you might enjoy visiting with your caninepartner. The licensed instructor will perform demonstrations with her own dogs, even though you must leave your best caninefriend at home.Clergy Taxes - This workshop will be led by Jessica Vargo, a Certified Public Accountant, East Ohio Conference Treasurer& GCFA Board member. With 20 years of income tax experience, this session will address the special tax issues thatchallenge clergy families as well as provide an opportunity for spouses to ask their questions about tracking expenses andtax planning.Session 3 1:30 – 2:30 pmNature Hike – Come & explore the beauty of God’s creation on the one-mile trail adjacent to our hotel. Fresh air and fall
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color in the woods promises a wonderful hour out of doors. Walking shoes will be fine.Discover your Gifts - Spiritual Gifts in the Bible: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 gives us perspective on our “spiritualgifts” & their place in the church. Gifts are talents and responsibilities bestowed on us by God, with their own place in thelife of the church — none is “better” or more important than any other; they’re all key parts of the whole and work together.Discover your own gift and acquire resources that can be used with your church family as well.Beaded Key Pendant Necklace - Make a beautiful necklace for yourself, a loved one or friend. These are easy to make andthe finished product, with key, will augment many outfits! ($6 for one, $12 for two)Frugal Living through Couponing - A simple & rewarding way to find Deals & Steals! Participants will each receive aworkbook and topics will be covered utilizing an outstanding DVD by SouthernSavers.Ministry Over the Long Haul - Ministry in the local church has changed dramatically over the past 50 years, but some elementsof being in ministry over the long haul remain constant. Dr. Jim & Karen Skinner have experienced local church ministry,district superintendency and life as the assistant to the Bishop and are still smiling! They will lead a lively discussionabout how to sustain ministry over an extended period of time as well as conversation about events that can make long-termministry a challenge.Chocolate and Prayer Go a Long Way … to Starting aBusiness - Do you love chocolate? Well, so does Amanda Cox who started her own business “Nothing But Chocolate.” Shewill share her success story and you will have the fun of creating your own chocolate treats! (Cost for supplies $5.)Ongoing ActivitiesA Chapel with prayer stations will be open throughout the entire retreat. Hands-on guided instruction and devotional materialswill be available. Or, enter to simply center your soul!A Book Swap Table will be available for you to pick up some good “reads” others have enjoyed. Limit the number of booksyou bring … remember you will need to take them home if they remain. Two is a good number to share.
Come Together-Transformation through CooperationGathering in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2013! DATE: October 17-19, 2013 PLACE: Crowne Plaza Airport Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
SPONSORED BY: Rethinking Church Cooperatively is a joint effort of the Rural Chaplains Association, Appalachian Ministries Network, United Methodist Rural Advocates and Rural/Urban Network (RUN) of the General Board of Global Ministries.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Lay (including youth and young adults), clergy, persons involved in and exploring cooperative styles of ministry, persons working in rural and urban churches of all sizes, racial ethnic constituencies, judicatory leaders and other key leaders. DESCRIPTION OF GATHERING:The gathering will focus on transforming churches, communities and individuals through multiple styles of ministry; exploring new models and equipping leaders to move forward in collaborative efforts in both rural and urban communities; and identifying ways to work together with ecumenical, interfaith and community partners. The event will bring together dynamic, innovative presenters from a wide variety of settings to share vital ministries that are transforming communities across the country. Emphasis will be given to adaptive leadership, empowering persons living in poverty, developing ministries in new places for new people, and revitalizing existing congregations. 1.5 CEU’s; for more information contact Dorsey Walker, Registrar at [email protected]
2013 SpiritFest/Helpshop with Bishop Violet FisherAn event for Laity & Clergy
Saturday, October 12, 2013 9 am – 4 pm First United Methodist Church
15 East 2nd Street Greensburg, PA 15601
Registration $10.00 per person (lunch included)
.5 C.E.U.’s available for this event Items for Bedding Kits will be collected spiritfestflyer.pdf
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Keynote Speaker:Rev. William B.
Meekins Jr.
Worship Leader: Bishop Violet L. Fisher
Announcing the debut of JustPeace's new resource and training program!
JustPeace101Nashville, TN
October 30 – November 2, 2013(Start at 4pm on Oct 30th and end by 12 noon Nov 2nd)
Description: This 3-day educational event marks the debut of JustPeace’s new and revitalized resource and training in the theory, theology, principles, practices and skill development of conflict transformation. It is for anyone (lay or clergy) at any level of training or interest in conflict transformation.
Location: The Upper Room Denman Building (1908 Grand Avenue, Nashville TN 37212)
Training Led by JustPeace StaffStephanie A. Hixon, David Anderson Hooker and W. Craig Gilliam,
For more information and to register, visit: www.justpeaceumc.org/justpeace101
2014Lands of the Bible, Then and Now!
Tour with Bishop BickertonNovember 12-21, 2014
All inclusive price from PittsburghRegister early and get the best discount!
Information at [email protected] amount of brochures available in the District Office or go to
http://www.eo.travelwithus.com/find_trip/detail.aspx?tour=HL14/P&d=11-12-2014&group=#p=4
LOOKING AHEAD!-
park! 2014A revival retreat for Youth
January 10-12, 2014Sheraton – Station Square, Pittsburgh
Special guest speaker David Nassar (www.davidnassar.com)Register by October 26 for the Early-Bird rate!
www.wpaumc.org/youth
Shift Happens: Hope in the Midst of TransitionA gathering of Urban and Rural PractitionersJanuary 16 - 18, 2014 - Houston, Texas
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Take home insights from gifted speakers, relevant workshops, and best practices for leading renewal in today's challenging urban and rural context.Reserve your room at the Westin Galleria in Houston by OCT 17th!! Block discount (Rural & Urban Network Gathering) rooms only $119/night - call (713) 960-8100 or use their website "early bird" registration fee of$155 per person from now through September 30, 2013.After that date, the registration fee will be $185. per person.Click Here to Register!
Clergy Benefits AcademyApril 29th and 30th, 2014
Held at the Sheraton in CranberryKeynote will be Cliff Christopher.
This is a clergy only event – spouses are welcome.Classes will be on a track – there will be approx. 8 different classes plus the keynoteClasses will include topics such as: Clergy Tax Laws, Planning for the Future: Beyond the Basics. Unexpected Events: Benefits You Need the Most, United Methodist Pension Benefits Review, Healthy you…Healthy Church, Legal papers you need to have NOW and why.
2014 ANNUAL CONFERENCE – JUNE 5-8, 2014- ClergyPlease do not schedule weddings, mission trips, vacations, etc. during Annual Conference. Plan to be in
attendance!
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