October 23, 2019
District Training Event | Nov. 16
Anyone who is interested in moving to the One Board Model for their church government would benefit from attending this training. Also, any member of the S/PPRC , especially new ones, should attend.

Project Christmas House | Dec. 26-31
Project Christmas House is a project of the Purchase District UMC that builds a house every year for families who have lost their home due to natural disasters. We need every church to help and volunteers to attend this mission trip for one or more days.

Pastor Appreciation Breakfast | Nov. 7
Marcella's Kitchen, a food ministry in Benton, Ky., is honoring all pastors with a breakfast on Nov. 7 at 8:30 a.m.
New User Guide for Brick River Database
Helpful info for appointed clergy, staff & others who use Brick River

Reelfoot Rural Ministries: 2019 Christmas Toy Store
Toys, money, volunteers & prayer needed now

'Kid Min Round Table' | Nov. 7
Memphis Conference 'Kid Min Gathering' set for Thursday, Nov. 7, in Jackson; respond by Nov. 4

How to get media coverage for your church event or program
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Job Openings
Whether you are seeking employment or seeking to publicize a job opening we are here to help you get the word out. Want to know more?

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Oct. 26 Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat , Trinity (Paducah)
Oct. 27 Fall Harvest Festival , Concord UMC
Nov. 2 Holiday Bazaar , Murray First
Nov. 2 Focus Women's Event , McCracken Cluster
Nov. 9 Advent Retreat , Massac UMC
Nov. 12 Creating Your Care Map Workshop , Massac UMC
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