September 11, 2019
Connection, Remembering & Prayer
Bishop McAlilly asks that each local church place an additional candle on their altar and to light it each week to celebrate our connection to each of the churches
in our conference. 

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.

Fall Christian Festival | Sept. 14
The W Ky Christian Alliance's Fall Christian Festival will be held at Keiler Park (next to Mid Town Market) in Paducah Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10-6pm. Lots of music, including country, speaking, food, and many booths and vendors. Bring a chair and enjoy the day. For information call 270-994-3230.
Mercy Health Extends Healing Ministry
All are invited to the 3rd Annual “Free Flu Shot Saturday” Clinic at McCracken County Library on October 12th.

Rebuild Mission Trip to Hattiesburg, MS | Nov. 11-15
For more information click the "details" link below.

Clergywomen's Retreat | Nov. 18-21
What happens when UMC Clergywomen from the Southeastern Jurisdiction gather to discuss adventures in ministry through the uncharted wilderness? They become strengthened in God!

Deadline to Submit Info for 2019 Online Catalog | Oct. 16
Memphis Conference agencies, ministries are invited to participate in the 'Alternative Christmas Gift Catalog.'

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.

Wonder, Love & Praise Clergy Renewal Retreat | Nov. 3-6
Are you feeling a bit frazzled? Are the demands of ministry weighing you down? Do you need to spend more time being and less time doing? Check out this retreat.

Lake Junaluska to offer Choir Music Weekend
You'll learn and perform eight anthems and attend workshops that will prepare your choir to lead passionate worship.

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?

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

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

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.

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.

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What's Happening Beyond the District?
What's Happening in our Local Churches?
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Sept. 13 Annual Luncheon , Calvert City UMC
Sept. 14 Community Breakfast, 8-10AM, Kirksey UMC
Sept. 14 Yard Sale , 7:30AM-3PM, Owens Chapel UMC (at Calvary)
Sept. 21 Country Breakfast, 6:30AM, Palma UMC
Sept. 29 Homecoming with the Cope Family, 8AM, Lebanon UMC
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