IGRC Events-full
October 4, 2021
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Native American Ministries host webinar
The second in a five series webinar will explore: “Stealing the Earth: “Whose Land? The Doctrinal Legitimization and Theft of the People’s Land" on Oct. 13 at noon Central time Register for the Zoom webinar.
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I Don't Like Them, I Need to Get to Know Them Better
The second Multiply Mini for October, I Don't Like Them, I Need to Get to Know Them Better, explores the isolations and tribalism that have been a part of society during the pandemic.
Join us on October 12 as Sam Rodriguez and Rev. April Casperson lead us in this Multiply Mini called I Don't Like Them, I Need to Get to Know Them Better from 9:30 to 11 a.m. We will learn what it looks like to be neighbors to all people, even those who are different from us.
Multiply Minis are interactive, relevant, and timely trainings for ministry leaders and churches to multiply your impact. Minis are free for West Ohio and IGRC clergy and laity.
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The Dangerous Truth about Today's Marijuana
Illinois Chruch Action on Alcohol and Addiction Problems will sponsor a free video presentation from 11 a.m. to noon on Oct. 12.
Laura Stack, a Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author and founder of Johnny's Ambassadors, will speak. In November 2019, Laura suddenly acquired the undesired wisdom of knowing what it's like to lose a child when her son, Johnny committeed suicide after suffering from delusions triggered from marijuana-induced psychosis.
The presentation will educate parents and teens about the dangers of today's high-THC marijuana on adolescent brain development, mental illness and suicide.
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Courage, Creativity and
the Power of Change
Bishop Palmer’s Leadership Clinic continues on Thursday, Oct. 14 with Beth Comstock.
The clinic will begin at 9 a.m. Central Time. Following her presentation, Bishop Palmer will interview Beth and take questions from the virtual audience.
You can register for this live webcast by clicking the button below. We hope you can take advantage of these clinics and tap into these influential resources who each offer a unique perspective.
Remember: IGRC pastors and laity will get the same pricing as West Ohio's price tier.
In order to register, you will need to set up an account on the West Ohio Conference website. Just follow the link, set up your account and make your selections.
Comstock is known as GE’s Czar of Innovation, a bestselling author, corporate director/advisor, and nature conservationist. She built a career as storyteller, marketer and innovation champion, as GE's first female Vice Chair, as well as Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer. She was President of Integrated Media at NBC Universal as part of her journey through media, which included roles at NBC, CBS and Turner Broadcasting. Beth is currently a director at Nike and EVgo, a Trustee at National Geographic Society, and a partner in Climate Real Impact Solutions. Beth is considered one of "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women” by Forbes magazine, a top ten most influential leader in the US, and a top 20 most influential communicator in the US. Beth’s book Imagine It Forward: Courage, Creativity, and the Power of Change has become a great resource for organizations looking to innovate and change. Beth is a graduate of The College of William and Mary.
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Cunningham Be a Hero 5K
You can be a hero in the eyes of Cunningham kids! Join us Saturday, Oct. 16 for Cunningham Children’s Home "Be a Hero 5K."
Whether you move like “The Flash” or at “Hulk” speed, the "Be a Hero 5K" is open to runners and walkers of all skill levels.
All funds raised through the event will help to meet the critical needs of the 777 youth, adults and families served by Cunningham. More information about how our programs help youth and families to heal, learn and grow, can be found at cunninghamhome.org.
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Fall Rally with Harvest
Harvest Ministry Team is re-launching its conferences that have been on hold due to the pandemic with a Fall Rally for grades 6 to 12 on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at Troy UMC.
The event will focus on Jesus through worship, preaching, seminars, and fun! The $25 registration fee includes refreshments, Chick-Fil-A lunch, all sessions and a free t-shirt (for those registered by Oct. 6).
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Messy Church webinar
Would your church like to reach more children and families? Have you wondered what creative, intergenerational ministry might be like?
On Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 1 to 2 p.m. Rev. Roberta Egli, the Executive Director of Messy Church USA, will present an introduction to Messy Church. The time will include significant opportunity for Q&A.
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VBS conversation
The first of a two-part conversation around Vacation Bible School will be hosted by the Connectional Ministries team on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m.
Some of the topics we will talk about are:
- Different ways VBS was done this year. (Is there anything worth keeping or learning from the past two summers?)
- Evaluating VBS (Evaluating with ways other than just numbers)
- Follow up (What information should you be collecting and what to do with it after VBS)
- VBS Reunions (What is the next thing that they are invited to.)
Our second conversation will be in January 2022. More details will come soon.
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Youth Ministries
Book Study
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IGRC Youth Ministries will be leading a book study on 5 Views on the Future of Youth Ministry in November.
Two groups will be doing the same study at different times of the day.
Click on the cover to the right to place an order for the book.
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Leadership Clinic with Jemar Tisby
Bishop Palmer’s Leadership Clinic's final installment will be Tuesday, Nov. 9 with best-selling author Jemar Tisby.continues
The clinic will begin at 9 a.m. Central Time with a presntation by Tisby followed by Bishop Palmer interviewing his guest and taking questions from the virtual audience.
You can register for this live webcast by clicking the button below. We hope you can take advantage of these clinics and tap into these influential resources who each offer a unique perspective.
Remember: IGRC pastors and laity will get the same pricing as West Ohio's price tier.
In order to register, you will need to set up an account on the West Ohio Conference website. Just follow the link, set up your account and make your selections.
Tisby is a New York Times best-selling author, the Deputy Director of Narrative and Advocacy at the Center for Antiracist Research at Boston University, and the founder of The Witness, Inc. His bestselling books, The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the Church's Complicity in Racism and latest work How to Fight Racism have been used as resources by churches and organizations around the globe. Jemar has been a co-host of the Pass The Mic podcast since its inception seven years ago.
His writing has been featured in The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and The New York Times, among others. He is a frequent commentator on media/news outlets. He speaks nationwide on the topics of racial justice, U.S. history and Christianity. Jemar has a degree from the University of Notre Dame and is currently finishing his PhD in History this year at the University of Mississippi where he studies race, religion, and social movements in the 20th century.
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Applications sought for 2022, 2022-23 interns
Applications are now being accepted for the 2022 and 2022-23 IGRC Intern Program.
Prospective interns, mentors, and host churches/ministries are all welcome to apply. The priority deadline for early consideration is January 18, 2022. The final application deadline is March 1, 2022. Further information and application links may be found at www.igrc.org/interns.
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Check out the latest list of resources which may be borrowed for the cost of return postage.
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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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