South Carolina Conference of the UMC, Phone :: (864) 226-6649
All churches who want to learn about the best practices of a Safe Sanctuary Policy. Persons who work with children, youth, the Trustees, and SPRC would benefit greatly.
The training will occur on Sunday, May 1 from 4-5:30PM in the Fellowship Hall of Trinity UMC in Anderson, SC.
Register using this link by April 25 for Safe Sanctuary Training.
This workshop is designed to provide church officers, pastors, church secretaries, financial secretaries, treasurers, and business administrators the information they need to keep proper records for the administration of the church in accordance with the Discipline and Federal and State laws. Much of this material is NOT taught in seminary or Lay Job Function Workshops.
Rev. Robert Cox, the workshop presenter, is in his 20th year of service in the South Carolina Annual Conference. Prior to feeling his call to ministry, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Master of Accounting from the University of South Carolina. He worked in public accounting for two years and then was the Corporate Controller for South’s largest moving and Carolina storage company. Robert brings years of training and practical experience that can help churches of any size understand and keep the various records that are required by the United Methodist Church and governmental agencies.
Register online at this link by Tuesday, April 19.
Membership Records, Giving Records, Financial Records, Personnel Requirements, and Legal Requirements.
The workshop is on Saturday, April 23 from 9AM – 2:30PM at Emmanuel United Methodist Church. Emmanuel UMC is located at 2901 Dobbins Bridge Road in Anderson, SC.
The cost is $25.00, payable at the seminar. The cost includes refreshments, lunch, and all materials. Please make checks payable to: Anderson District.
Register online at this link by Tuesday, April 19. Contact Robert Cox at rlcox@umcsc.org or (864) 554-2008 with any questions.
A one day conference led by Dr. Ken Callahan, author of Twelve Keys to an Effective Church, focusing on growing as and into strong, healthy congregations. Dr. Callahan will identify essential qualities of successful, growing churches and will offer all congregations a way to unlock their potential for effective ministry. Registration is now open at this link.
LeadStrong will be February 13, 2016 at Pendleton UMC in Pendleton, SC. Gathering begins at 9AM and will conclude at 3PM.
All clergy and one to three leaders within the local church are encouraged to participate. Consider those who would benefit from excellent teaching by Dr. Ken Callahan and engaging discussion on growing as and into strong, healthy congregations.
Register online by Friday, February 12 at this Registration Link. Contact Cathy Joens at cljoens@umcsc.org with any questions.
LeadStrong is a leadership conference of the Anderson District incorporating engaging worship, led by Rev. Susan Leonard-Ray with the Clemson Vine band, and thought-provoking workshops centered around Discipleship, Outreach, and Worship. Registration for LeadStrong is now open at this link.
LeadStrong will be January 10, 2016 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Anderson, SC. Gathering begins at 2:30PM and LeadStrong will conclude at 5:30PM.
All clergy and leaders within the local church are encouraged to participate. Consider those who would benefit from engaging worship and workshops focused on Discipleship, Outreach, and Worship.
Register online by Saturday, January 9. Follow this Registration Link to complete your registration. Contact Cathy Joens at cljoens@umcsc.org with any questions.
Join Trinity United Methodist Church in Anderson, SC for the 13th Annual Pumpkin Patch. Supporting local missions, the patch runs from October 7 – 31. The patch is open from 10AM – 8PM from Monday to Saturday and 12PM – 8PM on Sundays. Use the Pumpkin Patch Flyer for further information and publicity.
Make plans to attend BBQ in the Pumpkin Patch on Saturday, October 17 from 11AM – 4PM. The Cane Creek Bluegrass Band will perform and BBQ Half-Chicken plate lunches will be available. Purchase tickets by October 12 from at Trinity UMC’s church office or by calling (864) 224-2531.
The following organizations will be supported from Pumpkin Patch sales. Thanks for your support!
All Pastors and three to four laypersons from each church in the Anderson District are encouraged to join with Bishop Holston for a BBQ Bash! We will gather at St. Mark UMC in Seneca on Saturday, November 14 from 9AM – 2PM.
Use the Event Flyer to advertise the BBQ Bash to those who may be interested. We look forward to gathering together on November 14!
Crossing Borders is a journey to El Salvador where participants learn from the Salvadoran people about their lives, histories and hopes for the future. A major focus of the encounter is to reflect on the meaning of working for justice rather than working for charity, understanding one’s role as a global citizen and humanizing the different issues that are present in our societies.
Crossing Borders will give participants the opportunity to learn directly from the Salvadoran people about issues such as the impact of war, neo-liberal economics, U.S. foreign policy, migration, mining, the environment and a tradition of liberating faith. By spending time with persons in their homes and through a pilgrimage to holy places commemorating persons who offered their lives in Christian witness, our own faith will be strengthened and our solidarity with the Salvadoran people will change us.
Crossing Borders is designed for anyone wanting to have a better understanding of the people of Central America and the rich faith tradition of the Salvadoran people. Persons who want to understand more completely issues around migration in the United States will benefit from this journey. We ask that you be at least 18 years of age by the date of departure.
To register, please download and fill out the Crossing Borders Registration Form along with a deposit of $250 made payable to “Anderson District” and mail to Anderson District of the UMC, P.O. Box 1057, Anderson, SC 29622. Contact Rev. Keith Ray at keithr@clemsonumc.org with any questions.
South Carolina United Methodist Camps & Retreat Ministries invites you to come a day early to the SC UMC Annual Conference and be a part of our third annual golf tournament on Saturday, June 6, 2015. All proceeds will benefit the camper scholarship program providing much needed support for kids to be able to attend summer camp at Asbury Hills. Your participation will go a long way in helping us provide a God honoring experience for those who would not be able to otherwise afford it. We need donations, sponsors, volunteers, and most importantly – golfers
Fill out and send the Registration Form (PDF) to participate in this wonderful event.
The God We Can Know is a 7-week study designed for the entire congregation to explore the “I Am” sayings of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Perfect for Lent or any time of year, this series will help you find and form an answer to the most essential question in the Christian faith, “Who do you say I am?”
One by one, Jesus’ statements grab our imagination, reveal more about his identity and purpose, and connect us to the God of Moses, who spoke the first “I Am.” These significant yet ordinary images (bread, light, shepherd, vine, and more) give us insightful ways to experience Jesus and point us to a God who wants to be known.
The DVD, filmed on location in the Holy Land, allows you to travel with Rob Fuquay and actually see the places where Jesus stood when he disclosed his true identity, and in what context he spoke each “I Am.” The book, DVD/study guide combo, and online support work together to provide one of the most meaningful, transforming initiatives your church can provide for the entire congregation.
Weekly themes include:
For more information, please visit TheGodWeCanKnow.com.
Journey to the Resurrection is an interactive Easter drama depicting Christ’s last week on earth. Trinity United Methodist Church (1809 North Main Street, Anderson) transforms into a marketplace with crafts, food, and live animals. The journey begins as Jesus and his disciples enter the marketplace. Follow Jesus to the Upper Room, the Garden of Gethsemane, the courtyard, the trial, the crucifixion, and resurrection. The journey lasts approximately ninety minutes as a cast of over 200 creates the experience as a gift to the community.
For free reservations and questions, call (864) 224-2531 or email officetumc@bellsouth.net.
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