August 20, 2019
District Office closed | Sept. 2
The Purchase District Office will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Job Openings
Whether you are seeking employment or seeking to publicize a job opening we are here to help you get the word out. There are currently 7 positions available . Want to know more?

Help Restock Reelfoot's Food Pantry
After a very busy summer and back-to-school season, the food pantry at Reelfoot Rural Ministries is desperately low.

Mental Health Workshop | Oct. 24
A mental health workshop designed to help leaders in the faith community work with parishioners with mental health needs will be held October 24 in Paducah.

Academy of Leadership & Coaching
Attention local & supply pastors and laity serving local churches: Register by Sept. 10 for Memphis Conference's 2019-20 Academy; a Series of Practical Workshops for New Pastors.

Tour de Reelfoot, Tiptonville, TN
Join others for a scenic tour around Reelfoot Lake and along the Mississippi River.

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The 19th Annual Golden Cross Golf Classic | Sept. 12
Your participation in the Golden Cross Golf Classic insures the ability to fulfill
the ministry of providing the resources to enhance the quality of life for all
seniors served by Wesley Living. Register by Sept. 1.

The Shepherd's Fund
A fund for retired pastors and their spouses facing a healthcare crisis. The fund is intended to be a blessing to those who have spent their lives shepherding people.

Save the Date - Clergy Benefits Seminar | Oct. 2
Topics include: Clergy Retirement Programs, Estate Planning, Social Security/Medicare
R.S.V.P. required to attend

Retreat for Clergy Spouses | Sept. 20-22
The Memphis & Tennessee Conferences will host their annual Clergy Spouse Retreat at Beersheba Springs Assembly. Register by Sept. 3!

School Supplies Needed at RRM
RRM will give out school supplies again this year! Donations can be brought to main center Monday - Friday.

July 2019 issue of 'News N Views' now available
News N Views is a quarterly newsletter by, for and about retirees of the Memphis Conference of The United Methodist Church.

Memphis Conference Retirees' Reunion
The annual Retiree's Reunion will be help on Oct. 7 & 8 at Lakeshore UMA. This is always a special time of fun, rest and fellowship.

Six foundational ministry certifications offered online
These certifications courses start on Aug. 26 and are designed to give laity affordable and accessible foundations for ministry. Certifications are available in Children’s Ministry, Spiritual Formation, Rural Ministry, Christian Education, Christian Care and Counseling, Youth Ministry.

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