IGRC Events-full
May 3, 2021
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Registration for 2021 Annual Conference
Registration for the 2021 Annual Conference has opened through June 1.
The 2021 gathering will be a virtual meeting June 11-12. Details about the gathering and the schedule can be found in the May issue of The Current
Registrants will be asked to indicate whether they are lay or clergy and lay members will be asked whether they are the lay member from their church, the equalization member or a District at-large member. This will assist in verification before voter credentials are emailed to participants the week prior to Annual Conference.
All eight remote sites have been confirmed: Marion Aldersgate, Belleville St. Matthew, Salem Grace, Champaign New Horizon, Bloomington Wesley, Pekin Grace, Quincy Vermont Street and Galesburg First.
Congregations are reminded that if its lay member(s) are different than those elected at the 2020 charge conference, they must complete a Change Form. Churches that were designated for an additional lay member for equalization purposes must also complete a form and return it to the District office so that these can be updated. Also copy Doug Stone (dstone@igrc.org) on the email so that the master list is updated as well. This will speed up the verification process for issuance of credentials.
Links are provided for both equalization and lay member changes below.
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Making a Good Move workshop
A seminar designed to be helpful to pastors with new appointments and congregations receiving a new pastor will be held online on Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to p.m. Both sessions are required attendance.
Bishop Frank J. Beard with Rev,. Mike Crawford, IGRC Coordinator of Congregational Development, will be facilitating the online workshop which is designed to enhance ministry and to prepare for a successful transition.
ALL clergy that are receiving a new appointment are expected to be present at this webinar along with representatives of their new church/charge.
There is no charge for this workshop Registration has been extended through Wednesday, May 5.
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I Think You Are Wrong revisited
The Young Adult Committee is revisiting I Think You're Wrong, But I'm Still Listening.
We'll review, practice with some 'easy' divisive topics like which movie to rent, then share how we can continue with harder conversations. The conversation is for young adults (ages 18-35).
Anyone can purchase the book or view the conversation with the authors. Request to join the Facebook event for the zoom link or email ashreve@igrc.org
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Religion and Race gathering
The IGRC Commission on Religion and Race is inviting you to attend a Gathering that will feature Lynne Chambers as speaker.
Chambers,a licensed attorney, college instructor, social entrepreneur and consultant, will speak on self-care and staying prayed-up in these days and times.
The gathering is Saturday, May 8 beginning at 11 a.m. on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 573-1862-554
Password: 941569
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Mission u 2021 registration open
Because of constraints forced by Covid-19, this year's United Methodist Women's Mission u will be virtual.
In an effort to make the studies as stress free as possible for the participants, the format will consist of three pre-recorded sessions to be viewed at your convenience between July 1 and the closing live session listed below. Each study will offer a choice of two times to attend a live, interactive (virtual) session to give participants opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion.
You can access the entire program from your own home or district to view the segments together if permitted by state gathering guidelines at the time. Check with your local or district president if you need to meet outside your home.
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Virtual lay servant classes available
The Sangamon River District Lay Servant Ministries is hosting virtual basic and advanced lay servant ministry classes that are open to all of the IGRC districts..
- The Basic Lay Servant Ministry course will be offered on May 22 and June 5 (both sessions required) on the Zoom platform. Cost is $15 and deadline for registering is May 15. Cost is $15.
There are two advanced courses, both of which count toward the Certified Lay Speaker track:
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Discover Your Spiritual Gifts, May 15, from 9 to 4 p.m. and May 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. on the Zoom platform. Cost is $15 and deadline for registering is May 7.
- Leading Worship, June 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. on the Lifesize platform. Cost is $15 and deadline for registering is June 20.
Questions may be directed to Sangamon River District Director of Lay Servant Ministries Carol Conover or read more to obtain additional information
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Festival of Quilts to be hybrid event June 4-5
Cunningham Children’s Home has announced that the 17th Annual Festival of Quilts will be a hybrid (part-online, part in-person) event on Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5.
For a suggested donation of $5 for admission,,the Festival of Quilts, Cunningham's signature fundraiser, features something for everyone:
- Quilt Show with hundreds of hand and machine quilted pieces including contemporary designs as well as antique quilts on loan for the show
- Quilt Auction featuring traditional and contemporary quilts and wall hangings
- Gift Shop packed with generously donated handcrafted items
- Bake Sale with homemade goodies and treats
- Quilt Boutique with quilts, wall hangings, and table runners for purchase
- Walking Tours of Cunningham’s Urbana campus to learn more about the mission and ministry of Cunningham Children’s Home
- Featured speakers detailing their quilting expertise
Each year, Cunningham Children’s Home hosts its Festival of Quilts in the Spiritual Life Center on the Cunningham campus in Urbana. The Festival is Cunningham’s signature fundraiser and honors the tradition of the United Methodist Women, and the quilts they, and quilters from across Illinois, have donated for our kids since 1895.
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Mediation skills training, refresher offered
Registration is now open for several events in June and beyond, so please encourage your friends and colleagues to take advantage of these opportunities for spiritual and professional growth:
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Conflict Transformation Skills (June 3) helps church leaders deal more effectively with potentially destructive conflict. For details consult this CTS Brochure.
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Leadership and Anxiety in the Church (June 9) helps church leaders examine their role as self-differentiated leaders and their ability to help calm the chronic anxiety that affects their congregations. For details consult this LAC Brochure.
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Healthy Congregations (June 15) helps church leaders deal with the chronic anxiety that threatens to distract congregants from their God-given mission and purpose. For details consult this HC Brochure.
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MSTI Refresher Course (June 12) is a one-day review for graduates of our Mediation Skills Training Institute.
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Mediation Skills Training Institute for Church Leaders (June 21-25) helps participants deal more effectively with interpersonal, congregational, and other forms of group conflict. For details consult this MSTI Brochure.
Groups rates are available for all of the above one-day workshops. Restrictions apply. Group organizers may wish to use this Registration Form to compile names and contact information for members of their group. For more information visit the newly-redesigned LMPC website at: https://lmpeacecenter.org/ or contact the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center (630-627-0507 or Admin@LMPeaceCenter.org).
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Barber Education Trust scholarships
The Onarga UMC’s Barber Education Trust is accepting scholarship applications from students who are planning to pursue full-time Christian service.
Applications may be obtained by contacting the Barber Scholarship Committee at Onarga UMC by email at methodistof@att.net or by U.S. Mail at 109 E. Seminary Ave., Onarga, IL 60955-1240. Applications are due by May 31 with scholarships awarded by July 15.
Full-time Christian service includes those pursuing ordained ministry, Christian Education, youth ministry or other specialized ministries within the church. The fund is designed to give preference to those persons who are from the Iroquois West School District, or who were raised in the boundaries of the Iroquois River District.
Applicants are not required to be United Methodist; however, some preference will be given to those who are United Methodist Church.
Established in 1975, the Barber Education Trust has awarded 144 scholarships grants totaling $61,877 have been awarded. A minimum grant amount of $500 is given with each scholarship.
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United Methodist Center Contact Information |
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USPS (U.S. Postal Service)
P.O. Box 19207, Springfield, IL 62794-9207
Office Phone: 217-529-2040
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UPS and FedEx deliveries only use the street address:
United Methodist Center
5900 S. 2nd Street
Springfield, IL 62711
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