Like a good toolbox, this year’s Tools for Ministry online leadership academy, held March 13, is still available and useful. At least 26 of the 34 diverse, 90-minute courses, all provided via video conferencing on Zoom, were recorded. A page …
Youth Group Lessons from the Pandemic: Finding the Light in the Darkness
Transforming Youth Group in 2021 and Beyond! Watch the recording. Youth groups seem to have suffered in many ways during the Pandemic and it’s not ending anytime soon. Trying to plan activities and even virtual, online events are not working …
Prison Ministry & Restorative Justice: Hearing the Stories (Workshop Recording)
Watch the recording. An overview of prison ministry and restorative justice, this workshop will feature voices of individuals with telling their personal stories to help attendees see the real, diverse, far-reaching impact of our criminal justice system and what is …
Orientation to Ministry (March 2021 Workshop Recording)
Watch the recording. Might God be calling you? This workshop is for anyone wanting to explore a possible call to ordained, licensed or other forms of ministry in the UMC.
More than a large print bulletin and a ramp: How to Serve with People of All Abilities
Watch the recording. Many congregations and faith communities have taken the opportunity to think differently about worship and mission during COVIDtide. For many people with disabilities, this has given new occasions to involved in new ways. Join us for a …
Justice for Our Neighbors: Supporting and Volunteering with Immigrant Legal Ministry
Watch the recording. Learn about JFON and opportunities to help this UMC-led ministry serve low income and rural immigrants in need of affordable legal assistance. With sites across the U.S., the new JFON of the Delaware Valley serves the Eastern …
Getting Out While Staying In: Volunteers in Mission COVID Edition
Watch the recording. This workshop will show how the work of UM Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) continues in these pandemic times, and why your participation is vital. Presenter: Re. Russell J. Atkinson is the Pastor of Drexel Hill UMC, having …
Christopher Columbus: It’s Time to Know the Truth! Helping your church to learn the true story of Indigenous People
Watch the video. History is composed of self-told stories; so it can never be totally unbiased. Most of the stories we hear about Europeans “discovering” America are told from the European point of view. One key to overcoming racism involves …
A Renewed Emphasis on Evangelism for the 21st Century (recording)
Watch the recording. A course designed to help everyone who is a follower of Jesus Christ learn how to more effectively represent Him in everyday life. We focus on cross-generational ministry and how the various generations can learn from and …
Mission Link proves good things can come when adversity hits
It seemed that the year 2020 was a year of tempestuous winds to navigate.
Many congregations and people were struggling to follow new regulations and to maintain social distance from acquaintances, friends, and family. For some, these regulations were easy to follow. We are all different and appreciate life and relationships in distinct ways…