This report is available as a PDF at this link. The Annual Conference has an ongoing interest in analyzing salaries of individuals who are working in our local churches. We have an ethical obligation to be sure we are compensating our ministers appropriately. All people
Sacred Time, Funded Well: Writing Your Lilly Renewal Proposal Have you ever dreamed about taking a renewal leave, yet felt limited by scarcity of funds and inability to afford church coverage while you are away? Learn how to craft a meaningful and fundable proposal that
Asian American Pacific-Islander Clergywomen (AAPIC) Conference 2025 Theme: “Rooted in Christ, Weaved in Diversity”October 7-9, 2025 – Anchor Park U.M.C., Anchorage, Alaska Report submitted by Rev. Dr. Kalesita Tu’ifua, AAPIC President The Asian American Pacific-Islander Clergywomen (AAPIC) of the United Methodist Church gathered in Anchorage, Alaska on
By Dr. Alyssa Fisher, Director of Communications At this year’s Clergy Convocation, leaders were reminded that even when you feel broken, God makes us masterpieces called to mend, stir up good trouble, and embody love in the world. From August 12–14, clergy from across the
Looking for a thoughtful community to deepen connection, broaden perspective, sharpen skills, and gain new resources? Coaching Small Groups, open to actively appointed clergy or assigned lay persons, are launching this July on Zoom. These supportive and empowering spaces will meet once a month through
by Rev. Allison Mark, Cal-Pac first-elect clergy delegate If you’ve ever assembled IKEA furniture with instructions in another language and no Allen wrench, then you know: clarity matters. The fourth and final constitutional amendment up for ratification may not have the immediate drama of regionalization
CLERGY CONVOCATION 2025 August 12-14, 2025 REGISTER NOW AT THIS LINK The Orders Executive Committee invites you to join us at Indian Wells for learning and conversation, as well as meaningful time for relaxation and connecting. Location: Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, 44-400 Indian Wells
Bishop Escobedo-Frank and the Cabinet have announced the first appointments for the 2025 year. Appointment announcements will be added to the announcement page as they are available throughout the calendar year.
A newsletter by the Center for Leadership and Coaching at CST for our existing clergy & lay leaders Happy New Year! We have received some positive feedback about our first edition of “Leadership Brief,” so continuing the momentum, here is our second edition for the
2023년 12월 12일 (편집자 주: 이 기사는 연합감리교뉴스가 교파와 종교, 인종과 성별을 초월하여 소외된 사람을 위해 일하는 사람들과 소외된 지역의 사람들을 심층 취재해 소개하기 위해 마련한 <이 사람을 소개합니다> 시리즈에 실었던 글에 최근 출교 선고에 관한 내용을 추가해서 다시 소개한다. 2019년 8월 퀴어 문화 축제에 참석해 축복식을 집례했다는 이유로 기독교대한감리회에서 2022년 정직 2년을 선고받았던 수원 영광제일교회의 이동환 목사에게 경기연회 재판위원회(박영식 위원장)는 12월 8일 ‘성소수자 환대 목회’를 이유로 ‘출교’를 선고했다.) 본인을 소개해주시겠습니까? 저는 대한기독교감리회 경기 연회 소속인 이동환 목사로, 현재는 ‘한국교회를 향한 퀴어한 질문’ 큐앤에이(이하 큐앤에이Queers and Allies)에서 대표로 섬기고 있습니다. 큐앤에이는 크리스천 퀴어-앨라이(Queers and Allies) 운동을