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August 12, 2024 | "Transformed Lives Transform Lives"

CORRECTION: The address to donate to National UMC in memory of Rev. Holmes, was not correct in this morning's original e-connection. The correct address is 3401, not 401. Gifts can be sent to National UMC, 3401 Nebraska Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016.

Prayers of the People

We celebrate the life of the Rev. William “Bill” Holmes, who died Aug. 9, a few days shy of his 95th birthday. Donations in his memory can be made to: National UMC, 3401 Nebraska Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016; or Hartley House 326 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701. See his obituary.

United Methodists from the Baltimore-Washington Conference jumped at the chance to bring joy to children at the Hanwa Mission in Zimbabwe. See the UMNS story.

New and Featured Ministries

The Baltimore-Washington and Peninsula-Delaware Area is planning an all-new, life-shaping youth conference, Ignite 2025, which will be held March 7-9 in Ocean City, Md. Registration opens Sept. 15. As the planning process begins, leaders are seeking input from young people.

Take the Ignite survey

ASL Workshop: The Rev. Leo Yates will host a Deaf Ministry 101 workshop at Saint Mark UMC in Hanover on Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon in conjunction with Deaf Awareness Month. Register Here. See a flyer. Contact Rev. Leo Yates with any questions.

ASL Lay Servant Course: In addition, an Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries, the Basic Course, will be offered in ASL for deaf laity on Sept. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Magothy UMC in Pasadena. The cost is $40; scholarships are available. Register.

Fall Day Away for Clergy: The Board of Ordained Ministry's Culture of Call Committee is hosting a Day Away for Clergy on Oct. 17 at Camp Manidokan near Harper's Ferry. The day will include time for fellowship, relaxation, renewal, and optional art, hiking, and zip-line experiences. It can also be extended for an overnight stay. Learn more and register.

General Conference 2024 Addressed Creation Justice: The United Methodist Creation Justice Movement published a helpful document: Creation Justice Legislation at General Conference 2024 Study Guide. The BWC Creation Care Team encourages individuals and small groups to use this self-directed six-session study to grow deeper in knowledge and ministry.

Loving People and Planet in the Name of God, an advanced lay servant class, offered on Zoom, is open to all and starts on Sept. 5. It will be held every Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. through Sept. 26. Learn more and register.

See a listing of local church events.

Discipleship Ministries Fall Calendar

More Discipleship Opportunities

The next EarthKeepers class will be held Oct. 3-6 at the Maritime Center in Linthicum. This opportunity from Global Ministries enables people to live out their passion for the natural world, God’s creation and environmental justice. Global Ministries EarthKeepers is a training and incubator program that provides a collaborative space for United Methodists to develop and grow environmental projects in their communities. Topics include eco-theology, antiracism, community organizing, and project planning. During the training, all participants will plan a bold, action-oriented project. The trainers include the BWC’s Rev. Cary James and Thea Becton. Youth, ages 13-18 may participate with an adult. Learn more and apply.

Women of Faith Fundraiser: The BWC’s United Women in Faith's Legacy Endowment Fund Team will hold a "fun" Fundraiser at the BWC Mission Center in Fulton on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. The event will focus on “Build Your Body, Build Your Legacy.” The cost is $18.69, commemorating the year the group started. The event is open to all. For more information, contact Terri Booth or Daisy Farmer.

Mission Trip: The Rev. Patricia Abell and Rev. Marian Hartman are recruiting people interested in a mission trip to Give Ye Them to Eat in Tlancualpican, Mexico with missionaries Nan McCurdy and Miguel Mairena. Two trips are planned, Oct 4-13 and Nov 8-17. The cost is $1,100 plus roundtrip airfare to Mexico City.

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