Building a Culture of Innovation
Rev. Jim Chandler, Alexandria District Consultant, Church Development Description: There is no denying that the world around us has changed (and continues to change!). How we in the church respond…
Moving from Charity to Solidarity
Clayton Childers, Director for Annual Conference Relations, UMC Justice Description: This workshop offers a wholistic model for congregational caring ministries which include charity, mutuality, advocacy, and solidarity. The first two…
Responding to Tragedy
Rev. Beth Anderson, Pastor, Courthouse Community UMC Description: When tragedy occurs in your community, how can your church respond? What can you do to be prepared? How can you both…
Walk a Mile in My Shoes: What It’s Like to Be a Child in Foster Care & How Your Congregation Can Be Supportive
Jill Gaynor, Annual Giving Officer, UMFS Sophia Booker, foster care alumna, UMFS Description: Learn more about how children enter foster care, what it’s like to be in foster care, and…