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Robin Bell
District Superintendent
Rev Robin Bell

Becky Hoener
Executive Assistant
Becky Hoener

Elena Porter
Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Elena Porter

(636) 891-8004 ext 21
Fax: (636) 891-9700
514 Earth City Expressway, Suite 355
St. Louis, Missouri 63045


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Jump Start Discipleship Workshop

posted on September 25

Registration closes Oct. 12. This event is in-person only. Take your church’s discipleship to the next level. In this workshop we’ll answer the questions: How can I build a discipleship system based ...

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Fall PAUMCS Conference

posted on September 24

 Mark your Calendars and Register Today!     Location: First UMC of Kearney 1000 E State Route 92 Kearney MO 64060 Registration: $75 fee Additional $20 fee to take the online CliftonStrengths ...

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Applications Now Open for NextGen Leaders Academy

posted on September 21

Missouri NextGen Ministries seeks to support and equip Missouri’s NextGen leaders. One way we do that is through a new program called NextGen Leaders Academy. This six-month program teaches the basics...

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Harmony UMC Seeking PT Worship Leader

posted on September 21

The Part Time Worship Leader is responsible for the music program of Harmony’s worship service and all extra church functions and/or services. The Worship Leader shall view the role as enhancing the ...

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New Courses Available on Absorb

posted on September 21

The goal of the Absorb learning platform is to support educational opportunities for those seeking lay certification as well as equip local church leaders on a variety of topics to support their work....

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HealthFlex Tour Presented By Wespath

posted on September 15

Join a Wespath representative for a presentation on the changes coming to the HealthFlex insurance plans in 2024. This informational session is for full-time clergy and HealthFlex participants and ...

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Virtual Special Session Registration Now Open

posted on September 12

Registration is now open for the 2023 Virtual Special Session of the Missouri Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. The Special Session is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, via ...

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Discipling Gen Z and Gen Alpha

posted on September 11

Registration closes on October 24. How can you disciple and raise up the next generation if you don’t understand them? Join NextGen Ministries for an educational event about generations Z and alpha, ...

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Church Planting Intensive

posted on September 01

Is God calling you to plant something new to reach people who aren't currently following Christ? Are you curious how to go about starting a new church? Church Planting Intensive is a three-day ...

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How to Do More with Less for Small- and Medium-Sized Churches

posted on September 01

Registration closes on October 19. How do we become thriving and hopeful churches post-pandemic?   Rebekah Simon-Peter will join us for an in-person event focused on practical pathways forward for all...

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Webster UMC Hiring for 2 Positions

posted on September 01

DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES Webster United Methodist is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as our part-time (10 hours/week) Director of Children’s Ministries.  This position’s primary focus ...

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Online Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Lay Education Course

posted on August 29

Registration closes October 4. About this Course Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is based on the premise that emotional health and spiritual health are inseparable and that many of us get stuck ...

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Online Polity Lay Education Course

posted on August 29

Registration closes September 24 or when 20 participants have registered. About this Course Have you ever wondered how this movement of Methodism started, how and why we do what we do and how we do ...

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2023 Consultation Forms Due November 1

posted on August 23

The 2023 Consultation Forms are now available for download on the Forms page of the district website. These are the forms that should be completed by every pastor and church stating their intent for ...

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Charge Conference Forms & Schedule - Due December 1

posted on August 21

Charge Conference forms are available for download on the Forms page of the district website. The deadline to submit your forms to the district office is Friday, December 1. For full time clergy, this...

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Attract Visitors to Your Church With New Find-A-Church Updates

posted on August 18

Local United Methodist churches have an opportunity to share what their church is all about with those who are searching for the right church home. Thanks to new, expanded search options on UMC.org’s ...

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5 Principles for Pastoring Older Congregations

posted on August 15

Karl Vaters highlights the importance of building a strong, vibrant congregation of seniors with intentionality, training, and a focus on the future. He emphasizes the potential impact seniors can ...

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Fall Grant Cycle Now Accepting Applications

posted on August 01

In the Missouri Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, we recognize that God is doing new and fresh things through local churches in Missouri to reach new people, collaborate beyond ...

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Jumpstart Generosity Workshop

posted on August 01

Registration closes September 13. This event is in-person only. Take your church’s generosity to the next level. In this workshop we’ll answer the questions: How can I encourage growth in a person's ...

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Mozambique Initiative Solar Panel Project Info Sheet and Infographics

posted on July 11

The Mozambique Initiative supports access to sustainable solutions in Mozambican communities through its support of solar panels. Sixty-five percent of United Methodist pastors in Mozambique do not ...

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Discounts Available on NextGen Ministry Curriculum

posted on July 10

NextGen Ministries is offering discounts on curriculum produced by top kids and youth ministry providers. This resource is available for any ministry leader working with kids and youth. NextGen ...

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Free Resource: Creating a Local Church Disaster Preparedness Plan

posted on June 28

Sometimes it is hard to think about a disaster when we are not in the “season.” Being prepared for a disaster of any form and any magnitude is crucial for your church, its members and the community. ...

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Missouri Conference Safe Gatherings Expectations

posted on May 10

The Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church is committed to providing safe places of worship and fellowship to everyone we serve. To that end, it is the Conference’s expectation that: ...

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Implicit Bias Training Course Now Available for Free to Missouri Conference Members

posted on March 27

Beginning January 1, 2021, all candidates entering into ministry in the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church have been required to take the implicit bias course as part of their complete...

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Statement on Church Disaffiliations and Disaffiliation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

posted on January 31

Over the last few months, you have probably learned of churches that are in the process of disaffiliating from the United Methodist Church. We celebrate the good work of these churches and mourn the ...

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Copyright-Related Resource

posted on September 21

Have you ever thought twice before ripping a video from YouTube or saving photos from Google Images to show in worship on Sunday? You might be surprised to know that those actions violate copyright ...

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