Clergy and Clergy Families:
We hope you plan to join us for the 2019 annual Clergy Welcome Picnic
where we will introduce and welcome clergy who are newly appointed to the district AND their families too. See the flyer for more details. R.S.V.P. by July 3.
...Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day
Local Pastors Breakfast Postponed
The Local Pastor's Breakfast has been postponed until further notice due a tree toppling onto Lebanon UMC, June 23, during one of the many recent storms. Please be in prayer for Rev. John smithmier and the Lebanon congregation.
Mission U is an opportunity to study current issues impacting society based on current mission study topics with particular attention to the responsibilities of women in fulfilling the mission work of the church. Open to members and non-members (adult and youth) of United Methodist Women.
Renfro Trust Fund | Grants for Small Rural Churches
Funds are again available for award. The deadline for application is September 1. Please note: applications must be submitted to the conference office by Aug. 1 to the attention of Robbin McCoy.
A $500 scholarship is available to any clergy in the Memphis Conference who completes the Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising course Aug. 5-8.
Email submissions to
purchasedistrict@memphis-umc.org by the Thursday prior to the week you would like the information featured.
The mission of the Purchase District is to discover, equip, connect and send lay and clergy leaders to join Christ's transforming, disciple-making work in and for the world.
Purchase District of the United Methodist Church
270-527-8282 | 2285 Jack Treas Road, Kirksey, KY 42054