e-connection - Friday, May 16, 2008
JOYS AND CONCERNS
Charles Maryland Hunt, 92, grandfather of the Rev. C. Anthony Hunt, died May 12. Viewing will be Monday, May 19, at 9:30 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11.a.m., at St. Paul UMC, 6634 St. Barnabas Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Rev. C. Anthony Hunt, 1305 Cherokee Lane Bel Air, MD, 21015 or cahunt@msn.com.
Charles Bowers Sr., father of the Rev. Mary Ellen Glorioso, died May 11, after a long illness. The funeral service will be held Friday, May 16, at 11 a.m. Condolences may be sent to Mary Ellen at 5669 Mineral Hill Road, Sykesville, MD 21784.
Virginia Slifer, the mother-in-law to the Rev. Bill Herche of Mt. Zion UMC in Lothian, died last week. A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 18, at 4 p.m. at Bast Funeral Home in Boonsboro. After the service, there will be a fellowship gathering at Bethel UMC. 4300 Main St., in Rohrersville. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Ann and Bill Herche, 120 Bayard Road, Lothian, MD 20711.
Eliza Stackley Matthews, 91, the mother of Bishop Marcus Matthews, of the Eastern Pennsylvania and Peninsula-Delaware Conferences, died May 5. She was a lifelong member of Cumberland UMC in Florence, S.C., where a service of remembrance was held May 10. Condolences may be sent to the family at P.O. Box 820, Valley Forge, PA 19482.
Prayers are requested for Cheryl Haskins, sister of the Rev. Bruce Haskins, who is in intensive care at University of Maryland Hospital in Baltimore. He may be contacted at bhaskins@bwcumc.org.
CORRECTION: The Rev. Willie M. Parker is retiring after 28 years in church ministry. A banquet will be held to honor and celebrate her years of service at the Doubletree Hotel, Riva Road in Annapolis, June 8, from 2 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $35 and $20 for children 11 and under. For tickets or information, contact Charlotte Green at holyspirit032000@yahoo.com or 410-280-6131.
OPPORTUNITIES AND EVENTS
NEW - Peace with Justice Sunday: This Sunday, May 18, is Peace with Justice Sunday, one of six United Methodist Special Sundays with offering. The offering is used to empower compassionate people to advocate for human rights, buy fair-trade products, care for the environment, demonstrate for important causes, eradicate poverty, feed the hungry, mediate conflict, provide health care, seek affordable housing and model nonviolence. Half of the offering funds global outreach through the United Methodist General Board of Church and Society. The other half remains with annual conferences for peace with justice ministries.
UPDATE on Annual Conference
NEW - School of Christian Mission: The 2008 Cooperative School of Christian Mission, sponsored by United Methodist Women and the Conference Board on Mission, will be held July 24-27, at the Hilton Inn in Gaithersburg. In addition to Bible study, led by Rev. Cynthia Belt, classes will include Israel/Palestine and Native Americans. Rev. Tony Love will lead worship and music. Register by June 10 for last year's prices. After that date, $25 will be added. Room charges vary according to number in room. Commuter rate is $205. For registration information, contact Heidi Eber at 410-374-9152 or buzzglory@yahoo.com.
UPDATE- Training for church secretaries and administrative assistants:
The Baltimore-Washington Conference is offering training for church secretaries and administrative assistants on use of the new Gateway system, Wednesday, June 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m, at the Conference Center. This is an online system that will be used for charge conference and evaluations due this fall. Training is free, but registration is required. Register through the regional offices: Baltimore Region, Sandra Cockrell at scockrell@bwcumc.org, Southern Region, Sharon Fleet at sfleet@bwcumc.org, Washington Region: Stephanie Kinchen at skinchen@bwcumc.org,Western Region: Martha Jones at mjones@bwcumc.org. Registration deadline is June 13.
UPDATE- Training for local church clergy: There will be two training sessions at the Baltimore-Washington Conference Center for clergy Wednesday, July 23, 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:30 p.m., on using the new online Gateway system that will be used for charge conference and evaluations. Training is free, but registration is required. Register through the regional offices: Baltimore Region, Sandra Cockrell at scockrell@bwcumc.org, Southern Region, Sharon Fleet at sfleet@bwcumc.org, Washington Region: Stephanie Kinchen at skinchen@bwcumc.org,Western Region: Martha Jones at mjones@bwcumc.org. Registration deadline is July 18.
Retreat and Camping events
Order Adventure Devotionals now: The 2008-2009 Adventure Devotional is available now and orders may be picked up at annual conference, May 22-24. Prices are $4.50 for 1-50 devotionals and $4 for orders of 51-100. Orders mailed are subject to additional shipping and handling fees. For more information and to order, contact Christine Kumar at ckumar@bwcumc.org.
Youth Rally: Youth and their leaders are invited to a rally at Salem UMC, this Saturday, May 17, at 6 p.m., in Wolfsville. Dance drama, a special speaker and a youth band will be part of the worship. A barbecue dinner will be served at 6 p.m. before the worship begins. A post worship bonfire will provide an opportunity for youth and leaders to connect. For more information, contact Katie Bishop at pastorkatiebishop@yahoo.com or go to http://m1e.net/c?77297224-/Ct9KPmc50rdY%403333729-uN7nEzOR2WQZ%2e.
REMINDER - FUMCHY Café, a young adult workshop, sponsored by the young adult ministry of First UMC in Hyattsville, is holding an educational workshop on effective evangelism and discipleship this Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at First UMC, 6201 Belcrest Road in Hyattsville. For more information, contact Greg Richards at 301-927-6133 or theyoungadults@gmail.com.
REMINDER - Congregations and gifts in ministry with Young Adults: Western Presbyterian Church at 2401 Virginia Ave., N.W., in Washington, D.C., will host a conference with a focus on understanding and engaging young people in their quest for passion, integrity and faith, this Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Anne A. Michel at 202-885-8582 or amichel@wesleyseminary.edu. See http://m1e.net/c?77297224-IWgTvfeecKVVc%403333730-GJS4X2VA4ssoY.
NEW - Celebrate United Methodist heritage day at the Strawbridge Shrine, home of American Methodism and Robert Strawbridge, June 21, 1 to 6:30 p.m., 2650 Strawbridge Lane in New Windsor. There will be music, praise and worship. The Rev. Lloyd Marcus will lead the fellowship and the Rev. "Budd" Kibbe the hymn singing. For more information contact Laura Apostol at 410-635-2600 or go to http://m1e.net/c?77297224-58B/uqnwXr4yY%403333731-SEf1ykYLT.Nzc.
Web Training Opportunities
Individual Clergy coaching offered: Pastoring a church requires self-knowledge, interpersonal skills, strategic and tactical thinking and goal focus. Yet amid the day-to-day demands of work in the church, keeping goals, skills and awareness in alignment can be challenging. The Rev. Greg Brown, a professional clergy coach, is offering critical feedback and direction toward effective, compassionate and visionary leadership. He has served as a coach to clergy of the Baltimore-Washington Conference and across the country for more than 10 years. If you feel you might benefit from candid and supportive feedback and strategy work, contact Brown at greg@gregbrownonline.com. It could change your ministry!
RESOURCES FOR MAKING DISCIPLES
NEW - Summer course on Prison Ministry: Wesley Seminary is offering a course on Prison Ministry focused on restorative justice, re-entry of former prisoners in communities, and legal or social policy concerns. The enrollment of the course, ES-273 Prison Ministry and Church, will be June 16-20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact Sara Sheppard at 202-885-8688 or Sheppard@wesleyseminary.edu. For registration information, go to http://m1e.net/c?77297224-mdkTK.MNCC0TQ%403333733-0Yz/upEftbqSo
NEW - ROCK 2008 Highlights DVD is now available for $20 while supplies last. Make orders by e-mail with contact information to Jo Chesson at jchesson@bwcumc.org. The pre-ordered DVDs have been mailed out.
UPDATE - Baltimore County Christian work camp: The 25th annual work camp will be held July 20-23. It is an ecumenical volunteer program, founded and sponsored by United Methodists, that shares the love of Christ by improving the homes of families with low incomes and other assistance in Baltimore County. Volunteer workers of all ages and varied skills and abilities are needed. The work camp also needs supplies and donations. For more information, contact Chip Day at 410-744-2794 or Frank Thomas at 410-667-1725 and fthomas32@msn.com.
Choral Music Scholarships: North Carolina Wesleyan College has established the NC Wesleyan Singers Scholarship Fund, which offers scholarships up to $4,000 for students enrolled in Wesleyan Singers. Students may major in any academic area. To audition for the scholarship, apply for admission to North Carolina Wesleyan College. For more information contact Gene Heavner at 252-985-5287 or gheavner@ncwc.edu.
UMCOR assisting Myanmar (formerly known as Burma): UMCOR is working with its partner, Church World Service, to provide relief to thousands of people affected by tropical cyclone Nagis. Tens of thousands are dead and many more are without food, water, shelter and power. Contributions may be made to Myanmar Emergency, UMCOR Advance #3019674.
BWC UMMen to clean up Mt. Auburn Cemetery: UMMen need volunteers to help maintain the grounds at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Volunteers will work this Saturday, May 17. Bring equipment to cut grass, trim bushes and clean up debris. For more information, contact Sherman Harris at 301-299-2984. Those who would like to help should contact Richard Campbell at rcampbell@annapolisdisty.org. Go to http://m1e.net/c?77297224-gt/GMUd490mA6%403333734-o5ooxjyOiifOc for additional information.
Sharing Jerusalem prayer service and workshop on impediments to peace will be held at Chevy Chase UMC, 7001 Connecticut Ave., in Chevy Chase Sunday, May 18, from 3 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the Rev. Monroe Wright at lanhamumc@msn.com.
Journaling Workshop sponsored by the Pastoral Care Department and the Sibley Senior Association at Sibley Memorial Hospital will be held May 30-31 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and July 25-26. For more information, contact Julie Potter at 202-364-7602 or jpotter@sibley.org or pastoralcare@sibley.org.
National Lobby Day: Join anti-hunger advocates June 17, to help fight global hunger and poverty. For more information, go to bread.org/lobbyday.
Millian Memorial UMC organ dedication concert: Mark Miller, renowned church musician and composer who will lead music at annual conference, will be guest organist to celebrate the installation of the new sanctuary organ, Sunday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. The church is located at 13026 Parkland Drive in Rockville. Admission to the concert is free. For more information, contact the church at 301-946-2500 or go to http://m1e.net/c?77297224-XQWmhtta0VnOY%403333736-v1owR5HTbyK5Q.
Women's spring bazaar: Montgomery Avenue Women's Center is sponsoring a spring bazaar to held Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Millian Memorial UMC, 13016 Parkland Drive in Rockville. Crafts, baskets, jewelry, baked goods, specialty photos, beauty products and other unique gift items will be on sale. Admission is free. For more information, contact Adella Waddell at 301-972-1145 or awad6a7@verizon.net.
Youth dinner, show and silent auction: In an effort to raise funds for West River Camp, eight youth groups have organized an evening full of activities Sunday, May 18, from 5 to 7 p.m., at St. Paul UMC, Church Activity Center, 11000 H.G. Trueman Road in Lusby. For more information, call the church at 410-326-4475.
Lincoln Park UMC to host Juneteenth Day in observance of the National Day of Reconciliation and Healing from the Legacy of Slavery. The worship service will be held Friday, June 20, at 11:30 a.m. at Lincoln UMC, 1301 N. Carolina Ave., NE Washington, D.C. 20002. For more information, contact the church at 202-543-1318.
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Church organist and choir director: Emmanuel UMC seeks a musician with a variety of musical styles including Christian contemporary music. The ideal candidate should play piano, organ and electric keyboard. Salary is commensurate with experience and training. For more information, contact the church at 301-733-4720. Applicant should send resume with salary expectations to the Rev. Kenneth Hawes, Emmanuel UMC, 802 Summit Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21740.
Professional musician: pianist/organist looking for a position at a Methodist church. For more information, contact beatty.fran@gmail.com.
Project coordinator is needed at the Baltimore-Washington Conference, to manage projects that support the conference mission, vision and strategy. Requires organizational and event-planning skills. Applicant should be a team player with the ability to develop project budgets, have intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and working knowledge of the denomination's culture and structure. For consideration e-mail a resume and cover letter to the human resource director, at hrbwc@bwcumc.org.
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