June 3, 2020
The Pandemic of Racism
I ask myself, I ask you, what is the response for people of faith?

In particular, what do the people called Methodist, followers of Jesus, do in the face of the rise of the pandemic of racism.

In-Person Worship Date Extended into June
Bishop McAlilly announces guidelines (prepared by his task team) and extended tentative date ( June 21 ) for churches to begin coming back together for in-person worship.

Peace with Justice Sunday
Celebrate Peace with Justice Sunday on a date that is convenient for your congregation. Official date is June 7, 2020.

Renfro Trust Fund
Small, rural United Methodist churches are invited to apply for bricks & mortar grants for new building & existing building remodeling needs

Why Reopening a Church is Different
Insights by Alex Shanks of how the church should be leading the way by modeling a method of safety for others to follow.

Prayer Letter
The March & April Hispanic Ministry Prayer Letter is now available.

Free Clothing Give Away
Free clothing give away at Murray First UMC June 11 – 13. See flyer for details.

#IGiveUMC Campaign
Offer a gift in honor or memory of an everyday hero in your life. Donations of any amount are extremely helpful to the UMC's ongoing ministries. 

Chuck Knows Church
What do liturgical colors, clergy fashion, sign of the fish, and pulpit vs. lectern all have in common? They are episode titles of fun and informative videos presented by Chuck Knows Church. 

Tentative Open Date: Lakeshore Camp & Retreat
Lakeshore has extended the open date for summer camp to June 21.

Update: Masks S till Needed at Le Bonheur Healthcare
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, our communities have been asking how they can help. One way is to make homemade face masks.

Pray for Healthcare Workers
Daily prayer for healthcare workers (called by Bishop McAlilly)

Coronavirus Preparedness
  • GCFA Resources during Covid-19 | Link
  • Memphis Conference Resource Page | Link
  • COVID-19 - KY Cabinet for Health and Family Services | Link
  • 6 Steps Your Congregation Should Take in Response to the Coronavirus | Link
Scholarship Deadline
  • Jun. 15 Anita Padgett Memorial Music | Details
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