Newsletter for the future Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference
Covering news & events for the Memphis and Tennessee Conferences
September 2, 2021
Drop Off Sites for Disaster Response Supplies
Thank you for the outpouring of support after the flooding in our conference communities. We frequently update the webpage and add to the list of district drop-off sites for requested supplies: twkumc.org/disaster response. Thank you for your continued financial donations as well.
Update on Nominations
The TWK Transitional Nominating Committee was inspired by the number of submissions. There were nearly 400 individual forms submitted as self-nomination and recommendations, and nearly 200 individuals replied to the follow-up contact information/self-disclosure form.
The team has begun the discernment process and is working together to design teams for the new conference. Please be praying for the members as they work in the coming weeks. The pool of leaders will be contacted in the first weeks of October.
Thank you to all who participated in this process and continue to be willing to lead into the new Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference.
Communications Opening at Conference Office
We have an immediate opening with conference communications for a Communications Specialist. The deadline to apply is September 10. Please forward this position opening to qualified communicators!
Innovation Mission Cohort
The Turner Center for church leadership is accepting applications for the second Innovation in Mission Cohort, to begin in October 2021. This cohort will introduce pastors and key laypersons from five churches to design thinking concepts and explore how churches can become more innovative in their missional disciple-making work. Learn more
Moving Beyond the Ways: A Series of Practical Workshops for New Pastors
Looking for an opportunity to discover how to lead in your local congregation? Eager to connect with other local pastors? Desiring to increase your skills and knowledge of local church ministry? Join us for the upcoming Local Pastor Academy so that you will be equipped to be sent into your community to “offer Christ to a hurting world.”Deadline extended to September 7.More
Recognize and Support Golden Cross in September!
On the west side...Make plans to support Golden Cross Senior Ministries for the 21st Annual Golden Cross Golf Classic at the Windyke Country Club in Memphis. More information
On the east side...For every dollar collected on Golden Cross Sunday for the Golden Cross Foundation, the amount will be matched, up to $25k, with a gift by an anonymous donor. More information
2021 SEJ Journal Available
The Journal of the Called Session of Southeastern Jurisdictional Conference held on July 21, 2021, (when the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference was approved) is now available as a free download on the SEJ website at www.sejumc.org.
Healing from Our Individual and Collective Trauma
You are invited to join the Upper Room for the virtual event: RESILIENCE | Healing Practices for Mind, Body, & Spirit on September 30- October 2. More information including a list of speakers and workshop leaders is available at upperroom.org/resilience
Sharing the Christmas Story, Sharing Our Faith: Advent Studies for Every Church You are invited to a webinar on Thursday, September 9, at 1:00 p.m.to review new Christmas studies. Whether you’re looking for personal encouragement this Advent season or ways to strengthen your churches and small groups through a shared experience, these Christmas studies will inspire you in a variety of meaningful ways. More
Important Dates & Opportunities
September 7 | Deadline for Local Pastor Academy More
Need Charge Conference Forms? Find them at: Forms & instructions Please contact your district administrator if you have any questions.
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