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I have always loved Holy Week. The pageantry of Palm Sunday and the re-enactment of Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem begin a week of remembering the journey to the Cross. While worship is usually packed on both Palm Sunday and Easter, with children waving palm branches and Choirs amplified with Timpani and Trumpets, it has always been puzzling to me how the majority of worshipers choose to "stay away" during the more somber and reflective services of Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. For the most part, it seems we want to be part of the celebration but not the sacrifice.
While it's true that Maundy Thursday comes from the Latin, meaning a "mandate," I haven't heard of any pastors "mandating" attendance on Holy Thursday! Parishioners have told me in the past, "It's too sad, I don't like the somber nature of the communion service or the darkness of the Tenebrae worship." While I can understand a reticence to deal with such raw emotion, I am also mindful of Christ's obedience to follow the "Way of the Cross."
In past worship experiences during Holy Week, it was the journey that captivated my spirit. The journey from celebration to contemplation, the journey from shouts of "Hosanna" to cries of "Crucify Him," the journey from fellowship around the table to an act of betrayal by a friend, the journey from the cross on Calvary to the darkness of the Garden Tomb, the journey from the sting of death to the exclamation "He is Risen!"
One of my pastors always signs his correspondence, "Joy on the Journey!" The old revival preacher in his resounding refrain says it best, "Friday's Here...but Sunday's A-Comin". We tend to move quickly through the "Friday Experiences" to rush toward Sunday. As always, Holy Week calls me to reflect, rethink, react, receive, renew, and finally to REJOICE!
Don't rush through the journey too quickly...take some time to linger at the foot of the Cross.
O Sacred Head, now wounded, with grief and shame weighed down,
Now scornfully surrounded with thorns, thine only crown:
How pale thou art with anguish, with sore abuse and scorn!
How does this visage languish which once was bright as morn!
What thou, my Lord, has suffered was all for sinners' gain;
Mine, mine was the transgression, but thine the deadly pain.
Lo, here I fall, my Savior! 'Tis I deserve thy place;
Look on me with thy favor, Vouchsafe to me thy grace.
What language shall I borrow to thank thee, dearest friend,
For this thy dying sorrow, thy pity without end?
O make me thine forever; and should I fainting be,
Lord, let me never, never outlive my love to thee. Amen
--Anonymous
 I Love Being Your District Superintendent . . . . Have a Blessed and Holy Easter! Wayne
2 Timothy 1:7 "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. |
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SAVE the DATE! Clergy Required to Attend!
EC Clergy Community Meeting
Thursday, October 14th :: 8:30a - 12:30p + lunch
University Carillon UMC, Oviedo
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Berea Haitian UM Church is moving to a new location! |
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They are in need of all types of church furnishings especially chairs (about 200) and a mobile sound system.
If your church is able to assist this mission in any way, please contact Pastor Thomas Toussaint at 407-488-6610 or email thomas.toussaint@flumc.org. |
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REMEMBER TO REPORT! |
For complete information, click the icon above. The purpose of the MVS is to help congregations stay focused on the five practices of fruitful congregations and to track an indication of their effectiveness for each of these practices.
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On Sunday night, March 21, 2010, Speaker Nancy Pelosi made a speech prior to the vote of the House of Representatives on the bill about insurance reform and health care. In her speech, the Speaker praised a few organizations for their advocacy, including "The United Methodist Church."
The staff of the General Board of Church and Society has been active for a long time advocating for universal health care as a moral priority for the United States. The board advocates on behalf of The United Methodist Church according to the statements in the Social Principles and the Book of Resolutions which are adopted by the General Conference. Paragraph 162.V of the Social Principles in Book of Discipline is titled "Right to Health Care," and it states, "We believe that it is a governmental responsibility to provide all citizens with health care." Moreover, in the Book of Resolutions 2008, Resolution No. 3201 on page 346 is titled "Health Care for All in the United States," and it contains a long discussion of the issues and "advocacy steps" which the staff of the General Board of Church and Society is obligated to follow. This resolution was first adopted by the General Conference in 2000.
The staff of the General Board of Church and Society works with members of both major political parties and other religious organizations to advocate for the principles expressed in the Social Principles and the Book of Resolutions. The board has long advocated for the principle of universal health care, and, because of its work, The United Methodist Church has been recognized by the Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States for its vision of a country in which there is health care for all.
Tim W. Whitaker
Florida Area Resident Bishop
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| East Central District Hosts . . .
Community Building Event: reBUILD HAITI Response to Haiti Earthquake: June 13th from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Haitian Mission
 Over the past month we have been moved and troubled deeply by the difficulties faced by folks living in the poorest nation in our hemisphere struggling with such unspeakable devastation. So far the best way to help has been to donate funds. Church members have responded generously throughout our district, raising thousands of dollars for those in Haiti and creating awareness of the need. Efforts at First UMC of Winter Park to raise funds and awareness led to meeting with International Child Care (ICC) Board Member Rev. Lynne Austin and Rev. Eliantus Valmyr of Emmanuel Haitian Mission about ways to build community among our churches here in the East Central District in order to help rebuild communities in Haiti. We are planning a very special event to which Rev. Eliantus Valmyr and Rev. Bob Bushong invite you and your congregations. We hope you will join us in this effort on June 13, 2010. [Click Here] to register your attendance. |
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Preparing Volunteer Teams For Haiti
Leaders from the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) have been in Haiti to meet with Methodist Church leaders, to plan for sending teams and to look at priority projects. The infrastructure in Haiti is still very fragile. Working through UMVIM is the best way to optimize the assistance your team will be able to give, to ensure you do not tax an already severely overtaxed system (considerations such as food, supplies, transportation, trash disposal, etc.) and to ensure the safety of your team. This is a very unique and challenging setting even for experienced mission teams.
Criteria for UMVIM teams are as follows:
1. Teams should be no more that 8-12 members.
2. The team leader should have previous experience working in Haiti.
3. Team leader must have UMVIM Team leader training. (Next training May 14-15, LaBelle, FL)
4. All team members must have the necessary immunizations recommended by the CDC.
5. Early Response Training (ERT) is not necessary but is helpful for team members.
UMCOR has three staff people who will be coordinating the work including a Volunteer Team Coordinator. They will be in place starting April 1. Workteams are expected to begin work Easter week 2010. Work teams can register at www.umvim.org. Going through UMVIM will mean meals and housing through the Methodist guest house in Port Au Prince; work projects, building supplies and logistics being prepared for your team; UMVIM insurance to cover your team; translators provided to work with your team. All teams will be asked to hire at least two Haitians to help with the work.
If you are planning a team and need to find someone with the team leader qualifications of having been on a mission trip to Haiti and having been through the VIM team leader training, please contact Marilyn Beecher or Florida Conference VIM. We may be able to match you up with someone who could co-lead a team - your local church team leader can still provide the coordination of your group and with on site supervision of the work while the "experienced" co-leader could assist with logistics. |
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UM Volunteers in Mission Team Leader Training
May 14 - 15, 2010 at Riverside Retreat in LaBelle, Florida
UMVIM Leader training prepares volunteers to lead Volunteer in Mission teams to projects in the United States and around the world. You will learn the "ins and outs" of organizing a mission trip from recruiting the team, to picking the location, getting support, staying safe, planning the work and much, much more. You'll also enjoy a wonderful time of fellowship with other mission-minded folks in a beautiful camp setting. Participants stay in dorm-style lodges with bunk beds. Cost is $55 per person and includes lodging, three meals (dinner, breakfast and lunch) and all training materials. Trainers include Sue Macchiarella, Florida Conference Chair for UMVIM, as well as trainers from the Southeastern Jurisdiction of UMVIM.  This training will also include a tour of ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization) a non-profit, inter-denominational Christian organization located on a demonstration farm in North Fort Myers. ECHO has been assisting a global network of missionaries and development workers since 1981 and is currently serving agricultural workers in 180 countries. For more information, please visit their Web site: www.echonet.org. Please note: Due to space constraints, this training will be limited to 40 people. Register online at: www.flumc.org/UMVI |
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Welcome New District Disaster Recovery Coordinator
It is my joy to introduce to you Jeff Campbell, our new District Disaster Coordinator for the East Central District. Jeff has a passion for serving others and brings with him a wealth of experience in disaster preparedness and recover. He is a member of Sanlando UMC and looking forward to leading and equipping our churches in Disaster Response. I've asked him to write a short introduction so that you might begin to know his passion for this ministry...
Dr. Wayne D. Wiatt, Superintendent
East Central District, United Methodist Church, Florida Conference
 Hello, everyone. Allow me to introduce myself....my name is Jeff Campbell and I will be stepping into the position of District Disaster Coordinator for the East Central District. Although this assignment is new to me, being involved in disasters is not. I was living in Kentucky during the Super Tornado outbreak of April 1974. Although neither my house nor my neighborhood was affected, several of my friends' homes were damaged or destroyed by the severe weather. I spent several days helping one of my friend's family dismantle what was left of their home. In December 1978 winter rains and a frozen ground led to the rising waters of the Kentucky River through Frankfort, the capital city. One of my friend's relative's house was in the midst of this disaster. He and I and a couple of other people managed to get to the house before the flood waters arrived and we were able to remove portions of the family possessions and place them on the friend's flatbed truck. What we couldn't move, we stacked as high as we could, seeing that the flood waters were already entering the first floor. By the time we left the house, we were traveling through thigh-high river water. The water had also reached the axle on the truck. During the hurricane season of 2005 my family and I spent quite a few days without power on separate occasions as Charlie, Floyd, and Jeanne came through our community. In May 2006, I was part of a team from my church that went on a Mission trip to Biloxi and Gulfport, Mississippi. We spent 5 days removing damaged building products and ruined furniture and furnishings from several residences. In August 2008, I led a 3-person team in Moore Haven in South Florida assessing damages as a result of Tropical Storm Fay. I have experienced disasters to some degree in the first person as well as volunteering well after the event. I plan to write a column for this periodical regularly and I would appreciate any feedback you wish to supply. I would like to address issues of concern, tips for preparedness, or whatever format may develop. My stated role is to provide coordination between the churches of our district and the district superintendent during times of crises. I also wish to help bring a sense of preparedness to the members of our district. I hope this column will help achieve those purposes. |
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Congregational Transformation in the District
Visual Appeal by Janet Earls, Chair, District CT Team
 Each month the District Congregational Transformation Team has been putting a challenge out to the churches. The first was about signage on the church property as the first opportunity to help our newcomers. The second, we challenged about greeters and ushers and being a friendly, approachable church. Now we want to have you assess your visual appeal. Are we being good stewards of what we have been blessed with? There are lots of questions. Your church is being challenged to take an honest assessment when asking questions in this article.
We know from social interaction, business, and marketing that first impressions are important. What is a visitor's first impression as they are checking out the church? It might be through your website. What is that like? Is it easy to navigate? Does the site have a feel that is representative of the church? Warm and inviting? Modern and crisp? Is it up-to-date or does it show events marketed that have already passed? The topic of websites could be an article on its own. Navigation is the primary concern as well as not too cluttered. [Continue reading] |
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Child Protection Policy Training at Zellwood UMC April 24, 2010 from 9 AM to 12 Noon provided by Kim Shockley
Zellwood UMC, 5538 Jones Ave, Zellwood, FL 32798
A Fresh Start for Safety - Living into a New Child/Youth Protection Policy This 3-hour workshop will be an opportunity for training on the Annual Conference's new policy for Safe Sanctuaries (Child & Youth Protection). Experience the "musts and shoulds" of the new policy and learn how to interact with this policy and your own programs. Come prepared to wholly participate so that you leave the workshop with a good start on your congregation's 2011 policy. [Click Here] to register.
NOTE: The Child Protection Policy Template was revised in December 2009. Changes include the addition of information related to on-line safety, clergy confidentiality, and reporting requirements as well as other revisions. We recommend you review the entire policy template [click here].
The East Central District is asking the local church to do four things in 2010/early 2011:
1. Review your current policy and submit the annual review and renewal document by March 31, 2010
(if you have made updates to your current policy, please submit entire new policy).
2. Review the Conference 2009 updates during 2010 to see if you need to update your policy prior to
the March 2011 deadline.
3. Send at least two people from your local church to Child/Youth Protection Policy Training offered in
the EC District.
4. Offer Child/Youth Protection Policy training in your local church for all staff and volunteers working
with Children and Youth.
(This workshop will also be offered Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Tomoka UMC, Ormond Beach) |
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Advocacy at Children's Week: Show Up 2 Speak Out!
April 11-13, 2010 at Trinity UMC, Tallahassee
 In April, the 15th Annual Children's Week Celebration will be held in Tallahassee in partnership with FLUMC Coalition for Advocacy and Ministry with Children (The Children's Coalition), Florida Conference Global Mission and Justice Committee, and Conference United Methodist Women. Florida Advocacy Days (FAD) presents opportunities to be a social witness for those who are unable to speak for themselves and includes providing a vocal presence with local, state, and federal decision-makers.
REGISTRATION COST: $70 (includes 4 meals and Advocacy Materials). Please pray and plan now for your participation. For more information contact: Tammy Fisher, Project Coordinator; Phone (800) 282-8011, Ext. 182; or email tfisher@flumc.org OR Melinda Trotti, Director of Justice and Outreach Ministries, email mtrotti@flumc.org.
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Opportunity to fund community Children's Ministry
The Lockmiller Children's Ministry grants and cash awards are available every year for people involved in ministry with children in the community. This grant application is for ministries within local churches that reach out into the community to meet the needs of children and their families in economic and/or social distress. There are two cash awards - one for a church for its children's programs and one for a children's leader/teacher. [Read More] about last year's recipients. Application deadline is April 19th.
There are three documents to review:
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Summer Nutrition for Children
Be a feeding site during the summer for children who are on the free lunch program during the school year. Local churches serve the meals to children and keep records on number of children fed. You do not have to do the administration or food preparation. There are still slots for this summer in many locations. Lunch can be combined with activities for the children. To see if your church qualifies or if there is another site nearby that needs assistance.
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Seville congregation takes church to soccer fields
By Jenna De Marco
 Changing a seldom-used church baseball field into a community park transformed the community around Trinity United Methodist Church in Seville. It also changed the way church members see themselves in their community.
The Rev. Nelson Bonilla, pastor of the ethnically diverse church, says construction of the park and its three soccer fields helped meet the evolving needs of the church's membership and surrounding community.
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Saturday, April 24, 2010
Beach United Methodist Church
325 7th Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250
A practical jam packed one day seminar for Youth workers and anyone else who teaches or speaks to teenagers Including pastors, volunteers, Sunday School teachers. If you teach once a quarter or twice a week-this day is for you. For more information and to register, please visit their [website]. |
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Young adult gathering coming April 16-17
An event for young adults in the Florida Conference at First UMC of Winter Park
 "Reclaim: A Gathering for Young Adults" is being sponsored by the Young Adult Table of the Network of Ministry to Young People and the Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church. Reclaim is a two-day event at First United Methodist Church in Winter Park specifically for young adults in their 20's or 30's, married or single, who are searching to claim their place in the mission of the church. There will be seminars about starting a young adult ministry, and inspiring messages from campus ministers and young adult pastors from all over the state.
We strongly encourage you to send at least one or two young adults from your congregation, even if you do not have a specific young adult ministry. Reclaim will be a time of awakening for all who attend! We also want to ask you to partner with us in spreading the word about this event. Thanks for helping us spread the word about Reclaim; we'll see you there! |
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Asbury Seminary's Florida Dunnam campus hosts Preview Weekend April 16-17 Asbury Theological Seminary is hosting a Preview Weekend for persons considering a call to seminary. Dates are April 16-17, 2010 on the Orlando Campus. The weekend offers opportunities for guests to meet with faculty, academic advisors and students. Join the community in worship, sharing meals and attending class. The event is free, and Asbury will reimburse up to $50 of hotel costs for long-distance travelers. Asbury Theological Seminary is a community called to prepare theologically educated, sanctified, Spirit-filled men and women to evangelize and to spread scriptural holiness throughout the world through the love of Jesus Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit and to the glory of God the Father. Call 800.2.ASBURY or visit asburyseminary.edu/preview-weekend to register. |
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Earth Day is April 22, 2010
 As people of faith, we United Methodist want to be at the forefront of celebrating our Creator's handiwork and promoting the most thoughtful stewardship of God's creative work. Most are aware that April is "earth month" and "earth day" is April 22nd. You may already have plans to celebrate on Rural Life Sunday, but your Florida Conference Creation Care Task Force urges you to embrace the entire month with activities, study and devotional time that will bring people closer to God and all that God created. The task force is working to seek out, create and provide resources to facilitate local church.
A variety of creation-related topics and activities can be downloaded for free from: http://www.ncccusa.org/news/100106earthday2010.html. We urge congregations to take advantage of these resources to claim that creation is God's and that the people of God are leaders in the stewardship of the earth. |
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Ecumenical Training in Tampa on April 19-22
All are welcome to three days of prayer, lectures, seminars and network-building
 Witnesses to the World! is the theme of the annual National Workshop on Christian Unity, April 19-22, 2010 at the Tampa Hyatt Regency, building on the risen Christ's charge to the apostles that they are "witnesses to these things." (Luke 24.48). The three days of prayer, lectures, seminars and network-building is open to all who are ecumenically minded. Heading the program are Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori as preacher at the opening prayer service, Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory as keynoter, and Rev. Dr. Bruce Chilton as bible study leader. Chilton will explore the development of the Eucharist in the New Testament as the gathering point of the church's unity. Wednesday of the event is devoted to strategizing about local and regional ecumenism. The General Commission on Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns is an official sponsor of the event. Rev. Betty Gamble, GCCUIC Associate General Secretary, coordinates a new, United Methodist ecumenical network (UMEIT; see below). The Workshop is the only ecumenical training event officially recognized by the church bodies involved in the ecumenical movement. United Methodists have historically played a major role in the NWCU. For information and to register, go to www.nwcu.org.
Please forward this information on to any laity you feel may be interested in this event.
United Methodist Ecumenical and Interreligious Training (UMEIT-pronounced "You Might") is a network of United Methodists comprised of Conference Committee on Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns members and chairs, but open to anyone who has an interest in ecumenism and/or interreligious concerns. Created during the 2009 National Workshop on Christian Unity, UMEIT is designed to support, facilitate and encourage ecumenical and interreligious ministries in annual conferences, districts and local congregations. UMEIT provides a forum to compare notes on ecumenical and interreligious activities and to provide leadership development seminers with noted scholars and church leaders. |
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Now You Tell Me: A Clergy Guide to Personal and Church Finance
 April 29 - May 1, Marriott Courtyard, Orlando
This workshop for clergy and their spouses will lay out the basics of personal and church finance, including:
- how to develop a theology of money
- fundamentals of finance, financial planning, investments, risk management, real estate
- church finance
- stewardship and cultural challenges facing clergy and the church
- dealing with financial stress
Clergy at all stages of their careers are encouraged to attend. Presenters include Foundation and Conference staff, and outside professionals with wide-ranging expertise on financial matters. CEUs will be offered. Cost is $195 for couples and $125 for single attendees, includes overnight accomodations, workshop sessions and materials, and most meals. [CLICK HERE] for details. |
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Black Clergy Fellowship: Day of Dialogue with Bishop
 Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stewart Memorial UMC, 300 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Daytona Beach, Florida
All Black Clergy are invited to join our Bishop Timothy Whitaker for a day of dialogue on Saturday, May 15th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fellowship will take place at Stewart Memorial UMC in Daytona Beach with our thanks to Rev. Dr. Walter Monroe for opening their doors to receive us.
This Day of Dialogue is facilitated by the Center for Congregational Excellence. For more information, please contact Harold D. Davis, Sr., Director of Black Congregational Excellence at hlewis@flumc.org or 800-202-8011 x346. |
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2010 Annual Conference on June 10-12, 2010
"Transforming the World by Eradicating Extreme Poverty"
At the Lakeland Convention Center  Special Offering will be divided 80% to the Methodist Church in Haiti and 20% Florida Impact for the Partnership to end Childhood Hunger [Details Here]
Pastors and Lay Members to Annual Conference - should have received first mailing of information in March - if not please go to the Conference Website to obtain the information. The mailing is posted in its entirety (10 pages) or pages can be printed individually, depending on what information you need.
Annual Conference Workbook will be mailed the end of April. Workbooks for Pastors and Church Lay Members will be sent to the Church address - please watch for them. District Lay Members to Annual Conference will receive Workbooks at their home address.
East Central Pre-Annual Conference Orientations will be on Tuesday, May 4 at College Park UMC in Orlando at 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 6 at Tomoka UMC (Bleekman Hall) at 6:30 p.m. All Lay & Clergy Members are encouraged to attend. In addition to other key information related to Annual Conference, a complete review of the proposed Annual Conference Budget will be presented.
Pre-Conference Workshops will be Wednesday, June 9 from 2:00p.m.- 8:30p.m.
-Your Church Can Have Relationships with Churches in Angola, Cuba, and Haiti (2:00 and 4:00pm)
-Cultivating a Culture of Peace Making (7:00pm)
-Discipleship by Design (2:00 and 4:00pm)
-Reality of Poverty in the U.S. and World Shared on Film (7:00pm)
-Toward a New Hispanic/Latino Congregational Excellence. (To be offered in Spanish) (7:00pm)
-Making Prayer a Priority (2:00 and 4:00pm)
-Discerning Opportunities for Salty Service in the Global Community (2:00 and 4:00pm)
-Discerning Opportunities for Salty Service in your Local Community (2:00 and 4:00pm)
-Transformed Leaders for Transforming Congregations (2:00 and 4:00pm)
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| 2nd Annual Celebrate Jesus Golf Classic
June 9, 2010, Imperial Lakes Golf & Country Club, Lakeland, FL
8:00 a.m. check-in; 8:30 a.m. shotgun; Cost is $85/player
All proceeds to benefit Celebrate Jesus, Inc. Our Vision is to Awaken Passion and Equip People to Share the Gospel and Reach Neighbors for Jesus Christ.
2010 Mission: July 17-24 - Gulf Central Mission
2011 Mission: June 18-25 - Lakeland Area Mission
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Wesley the Movie: May 7-8-9, 2010, 7:30 pm ONLY!
A new motion picture from award-winning director John Jackman
Premiere Cinema 14 at Fashion Square Mall, Orlando, Florida
 What happens when a smart, talented young man desires to serve God, but is mostly driven by his fear of death and hell? How is a conflicted heart torn by love and desire? And what happens when that heart finally discovers grace?
A Heart Transformed Can Change the World!
In this powerful true story, based directly on the private journals of John and Charles Wesley, we glimpse the private struggles of one man who would go on to found the Methodist movement - and another who would become one of the most prolific and beloved hymn writers of history. Together, they would transform the face of England with revolutionary ministries to the poor and downtrodden, creating a movement that laid the groundwork for the eventual abolition of slavery. Download bulletin insert [Here]. |
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5th Annual Native American Gathering on May 14-16
Richard Twiss
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On May 14-16, the Committee on Native American Ministries (CONAM) is hosting its fifth annual Native American Gathering at the Life Enrichment Center in Fruitland Park, FL. The gathering is a blessing of Native style worship, music, teaching, workshops, and fellowship with other Native Americans. This year's guest speaker is Richard Twiss author of "One Church Many Tribes - Following Jesus The Way God Made You." He is co-founder and President of Wiconi International ( www.wiconi.com)
For more information, call Vickie Swartz at 941-954-0664. |
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 Peace with Justice Sunday May 30, 2010
Around the world people struggle with violence, injustice, pain and suffering. Our financial gifts on Peace with Justice Sunday on May 30, 2010, or any other date you choose, give the United Methodist Church a voice in advocating for those who struggle. Please do all you can to help your United Methodist Church work for peace with justice in Christ's name. For a helpful powerpoint, [click here].
For free resources, call 888-346-3862. For further information, free resources and to donate on line: www.umcgiving.org/PWJS. 50% of this offering stays in the Conference. |
Pastors' Breakfast on April 29th from 8:00-9:00 AM
Community Food & Outreach Center, 150 W. Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806
An hour experience as a part of the "Spring Into Hope" campaign that will educate and encourage pastors to join with us as we bring food and the hope of Christ to those in need in Central Florida.
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Coffee & Conversation with Rev. Wayne Wiatt
A time for pastors to share their joys and concerns regarding the church and its direction. A space for listening and hearing, with opportunity for honest feedback.
Select from one of the following dates, times, and locations:
Thursday, May 6 from 10a-12noon: First UMC, Winter Garden - Rev. Rusty Belcher Tuesday, May 11 from 2p-4p: University Carillon UMC, Oviedo - Rev. Joe MacLaren Tuesday, May 18 from 2p-4p: Trinity UMC, DeLand - Rev. John Campbell
Click the date above to RSVP for your selected event. |
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Apr 11-13: Florida Advocacy Days, Children's Week, Tallahasse Capitol
Apr 16-17: Reclaim: Young Adult Gathering, Firsy UMC, Winter Park
Apr 22: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p
Apr 22: UMM District Quarterly Dinner Meeting, Seville UMC, 6:30p
Apr 24: Child & Youth Protection Training, Zellwood UMC, 9a-12p Apr 25: Bethune Cookman Concert Choral Performance, Trinity UMC, Orlando, 4p
Apr 29: Pastors' Breakfast, Community Food & Outreach Ctr., Orlando, 8-9a
May 2: Announcement Sunday: appointments communicated by SPRC Chairs. May 4: Coffee & Conversation w/DS, Grace UMC, Lake Mary, 10a-12p
May 4: Pre-Conference Orientation, College Park UMC, Orlando, 6:30-8:30p
May 6: Coffee & Conversation w/DS, First UMC, Winter Garden, 10a-12p
May 6: Pre-Conference Orientation, Tomoka UMC, Ormond Beach, 6:30-8:30p
May 7-9: Wesley: The Movie, Fashion Square Mall Cinema, Orlando, 7:30p May 11: Coffee & Conversation w/DS, University Carilon UMC, Oveido, 2-4p
May 15: Black Clergy Day Apart w/Bishop, Stewart Memorial UMC, Daytona Beach, 10a-2p
May 18: Coffee & Conversation w/DS, Trinity UMC, Deland, 10a-12p
May 27: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p
May 30: Peace with Justice Sunday
Jun 9: 2nd Annual Celebrate Jesus Golf Classic, Lakeland, 8a Jun 9: Pre-Conference Training Events, Lakeland, 2-8:30p
Jun 10-12: Florida Annual Conference, Lakeland, FL
Jun 11: District Breakfast at Annual Conference for all Laity & Clergy + spouses, 7-8:30a
Jun 13: ReBuild Haiti Gathering, Emmanuel Haitian UMC, 2-5p
Jun 29: Moving Day for Pastors
July 22: UMM District Quarterly Dinner Meeting, Edgewater UMC, 6:30p, Contact Steve Mauldin at (386) 738-3884 or steveandteeter@bellsouth.net, or Edgewater Church office 386-428-6552
Aug 11: EC Welcome Party for Clergy. Time and Location TBA
Aug 21: Child & Youth Protection Training, Tomoka UMC, Ormond Beach, 9a-12p
Sep 17-18: Lay Servant Ministry: A Weekend of Learning. Tuskawilla UMC, Casselberry.
Sep 18: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p
Oct 14: EC Clergy Community Meeting, University Carillon, Oviedo, 8:30a-1:30p
Oct 21: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p
Oct 21: EC UMM District Quarterly Dinner Meeting, 6:30p, Location TBA
Nov 18: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p
Dec 4: Christmas Open House for Clergy Families at the Wiatt's Home. 11a-2p
Dec 16: EC dCOM, Asbury UMC, Maitland, 9:30a-3:30p |
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