'Amy Shower' at Faith CC

Brides and expectant mothers are often 'showered' with gifts to help them as they transition into their new life. At Faith Christian Church in Buffalo, they also 'shower' gifts, help, and love on a member who had lost her home to fire earlier this year and made it out with just the clothes on her back. 

The church has been helping along but last week had what they called an " Amy Shower" to recognize her struggle, her resilience, and the power of a church family. At the soup and sandwich luncheon she received household gifts, bedding, gift cards, money to help, and also a check from Week of Compassion. Pastor Jennifer Long reminded the congregation that the gifts that anyone makes to the Week of Compassion are used to help in so many ways! She shared, "We are thankful that we have Amy and she is healthy and adjusting! 

Thank you to a wonderful congregation and thank you to our wonderful denomination and Week of Compassion."

Last Chance to Register for Next Weekend's African American Convocation

Don't miss this year's African American Convocation happening next weekend, April 24-25 at Restoration Christian Community Church in Cahokia Heights, Illinois. Registration has been extended to Monday night, April 20 at midnight.

Friday evening worship will be led by host Pastor Charlie Blackmon. Saturday will feature worship, workshops, and the installation of Associate Regional Minister Rev. Angela Williams. The keynote speaker is Rev. La'Vetta Ross, pastor of Union Avenue Christian Church in St. Louis.

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Bolivar FCC Has Called New Pastor

Pastor Lee Sandwell will be installed at First Christian Church in Bolivar during their worship service this Sunday at 10:30. Congratulations to pastor and congregation!

Boundary Training

Last weekend Associate Regional Minister Rev. Jennifer Long and Rev. Sharae Kelley of FCC in Fayette led a Boundary Training session at FCC in Sedalia. Eleven Mid-America clergy participated and renewed their certification, as all are required to do every three years. More opportunities are listed on our website here>

New dates have also been added for Safe Sanctuary training, which is designed for all church leaders, volunteers, and members to ensure an atmosphere free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or intimidation.

May 2 - Affton Christian Church, St. Louis

August 22 - First Christian Church, Sikeston

September 19 - Brentwood Christian Church, Springfield

Dramatic Sermon Workshop May 14

Pastors, looking for some new ideas to add to your preaching tools? Join us at First Christian Church in Warrensburg on May 14 to learn how theater-related resources can enhance your sermons. Dr. Aaron Sully of UCM's Theater and Music division will lead the presentation and help participants discover additional possibilities for a past or 'in-progress' sermon that they bring to the gathering. $25. Limited to the first twelve to enroll. Learn more and register>