October 2021
Missional Vital Signs Due
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Bishop's Fall Clergy Meeting
Tuesday, October 12, 2021 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Dear Florida Conference Clergy: Earlier this summer, we invited you to meet in person with Bishop Carter at one of four locations in September or October. Due to the rise in Covid-19 cases and recognizing that much of the State of Florida is ...
On Eagle's Wings Annual Church Conference
Thursday, October 14, 2021 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Zoom
This is an Individual Annual Church Conference for On Eagle's Wings which will be held via Zoom. Please contact On Eagle's Wings for the Zoom link.
Montverde UMC
Thursday, November 4, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Montverde UMC
This is an individual Church Conference for Montverde UMC. COVID Precautions: Masks will be required and social distancing will be expected. Regardless of vaccination status, if you are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19, have been in close ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Veteran's Day Holiday
Thursday, November 11, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Gulf Central District SPRC Training via Zoom
Thursday, November 18, 2021 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Zoom
The Annual Gulf Central District Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) Training Event will provide you with the effective tools needed in your responsibilities. Cokesbury offers guidelines for leading your congregation. Click HERE to see the ...
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 25, 2021 to Friday, November 26, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
North Central District SPRC Training
Thursday, December 2, 2021 6:30 PM
Location: Zoom
The Annual North Central District Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) Training Event will provide you with the effective tools needed in your responsibilities. Rev. June Edwards our District Superintendent will facilitate. Cokesbury offers ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, December 10, 2021
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Christmas Holiday
Friday, December 24, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Christmas Holiday
Monday, December 27, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
New Year's Day Holiday
Friday, December 31, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Monday, January 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
Monday, January 17, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Installation of Gulf Central District Superintendent
Sunday, January 23, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Hyde Park UMC
Installation of North Central District Superintendent
Sunday, January 30, 2022 3:00 PM
Location: Trinity UMC
Rev. Alex Shanks - The Future of the UMC
Thursday, February 3, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Lakeside UMC
Clergy & laity throughout the district are invited to attend. There is no registration for this event. Rev. Shanks, Assistant to the Bishop, will be in the East Central District to present The Future of the UMC. The same presentation will be held on...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Saturday, February 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources (SPRC)
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources (SPRC)
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources (SPRC)
Saturday, February 19, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
President's Day Holiday
Monday, February 21, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Trustees
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Trustees
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Employee Retention Tax Credit Webinar
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 6:30 PM
The Employee Retention Tax Credit (the “ERTC”) is a credit from the Internal Revenue Service churches can claim on qualified wages paid to employees up to $10,000 per employee between March 13, 2020 and September 30, 2021. The ERTC was a part of the...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Trustees
Saturday, February 26, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child/Youth Protection Policy (CYPP)
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child/Youth Protection Policy (CYPP)
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
East Central District Spring Clergy Meeting
Thursday, March 3, 2022 9:30 AM to 3:30 AM
Location: San Pedro Center
All full-time clergy appointed in the local church are expected to attend. All part time, lay supply, and clergy beyond the local church are welcome to attend. Date: Thursday, March 3 Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Gathering will being at 9:00am Theme: “...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child/Youth Protection Policy (CYPP)
Saturday, March 5, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Florida UM Children's Home LCR
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Florida UM Children's Home LCR
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Florida UM Children's Home LCR
Saturday, March 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Tuesday, March 15, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Tuesday, March 15, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Saturday, March 19, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Click HERE for the flyer to share with your church leaders. There are three opportunities for you to attend each subject matter. The material will be the same for all three opportunities. Register for the time that is convenient for YOU! Cokesbury ...
Continuing UMC Informational Webinar for Laity
Sunday, March 20, 2022 7:00 PM
Location: Zoom
View more Gulf Central District Gathering
Tuesday, March 22, 2022 7:00 PM
Location: Skycrest UMC
The Florida Conference District Gatherings, Spring 2022 Open to All The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to learn about the recent postponement of the General Conference and a template for faithful leadership, prayer ...
North Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Thursday, March 24, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: New Covenant United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
Gulf Central District Gathering
Thursday, March 24, 2022 7:00 PM
Location: Hyde Park UMC
The Florida Conference District Gatherings, Spring 2022 Open to All The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to learn about the recent postponement of the General Conference and a template for faithful leadership, prayer ...
East Central District UMW Spiritual Retreat
Saturday, March 26, 2022 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Bridges to Healing Through Faith March 26, 2022 Join us via Zoom at 9:45am to say “Hello” We will start promptly at 10am. Join us as we explore “Bridges to Healing Through Faith” through scripture and sharing. We will be led by our guest speaker, ...
Gulf Central District Gathering
Saturday, March 26, 2022 10:00 AM
Location: First UMC, Lakeland
The Florida Conference District Gatherings, Spring 2022 Open to All The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to learn about the recent postponement of the General Conference and a template for faithful leadership, prayer ...
Continuing UMC Informational Webinar for Clergy
Monday, March 28, 2022 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
View more North Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
North Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Thursday, March 31, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: First United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
North Central District Spring Clergy Meeting
Thursday, March 31, 2022 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: First United Methodist Church
Be the Bridge All full-time clergy appointed in the local church are expected to attend. All part time, lay supply, and clergy beyond the local church are welcome to attend. Please register, so that we can plan for you. The Clergy Meeting will ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2022
Friday, April 1, 2022 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant training prepares laity to be in ministry through caring, communication and leadership. The key emphasis of Lay Servant Training is equipping and empowering lay servants to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, who then go and make other ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2022
Saturday, April 2, 2022 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant training prepares laity to be in ministry through caring, communication and leadership. The key emphasis of Lay Servant Training is equipping and empowering lay servants to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, who then go and make other ...
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Sunday, April 3, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Peace United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2022
Friday, April 8, 2022 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant training prepares laity to be in ministry through caring, communication and leadership. The key emphasis of Lay Servant Training is equipping and empowering lay servants to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, who then go and make other ...
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Saturday, April 9, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Asbury United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2022
Saturday, April 9, 2022 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant training prepares laity to be in ministry through caring, communication and leadership. The key emphasis of Lay Servant Training is equipping and empowering lay servants to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, who then go and make other ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Sunday, April 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
East Central District Gathering (Spanish) on the Continuing UMC
Sunday, April 10, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Location: Christ Hispanic United Methodist Church
The Florida Conference invites you to a District Gathering near you to discuss the recent postponement of General Conference, learn information that will be helpful to you and be encouraged as a leader in your church during this season. There is no ...
Good Friday Holiday
Friday, April 15, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Rev. Alex Shanks - The Future of the UMC
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: St John's UMC
Clergy & laity throughout the district are invited to attend. There is no registration for this event. Rev. Shanks, Assistant to the Bishop, will be in the East Central District to present The Future of the UMC. The same presentation will be held on...
East Central District C.O.P.E
Saturday, April 23, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The East Central District is sponsoring The Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE). This event is open for the first 120 people to register. The cost of admittance is an item for United Against Poverty. Click HERE to see what they need. They prefer ...
#BeUMC: Celebrating What it Means to Be a United Methodist in The Florida Conference
Saturday, April 30, 2022 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: St. Luke's UMC
WHEN: We will be holding a #BeUMC event on Saturday, April 30th from 10am-2pm. WHERE: St. Luke's United Methodist Church (4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32819) and online WHY: While the conference district gatherings are to educate and ...
Missional Vital Signs Due
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
One Committee Workshop
Saturday, May 14, 2022 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Thinking Of… Moving To… Struggling With… A One Committee approach for Church Leadership? This workshop is specifically designed for YOU! Pastor and Church Council plan to attend together via ZOOM to learn and process the right way to do One ...
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Sunday, May 22, 2022 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong, East Central District Superintendent, will present the Continuing UMC. He will discuss the recent postponement of General Conference and give information that will be helpful to you and your church during this season.
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Monday, May 23, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church
Dr. Bob Bushong, East Central District Superintendent, will present the Continuing UMC. He will discuss the recent postponement of General Conference and give information that will be helpful to you and your church during this season. Everyone is ...
Right Start for all moving clergy
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Location: Zoom
Mandatory Right Start Training for all clergy moving in July. Please contact your District Administrative Assistant or Holly Finley, if you have questions.
Memorial Day Holiday
Monday, May 30, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Pre-Annual Conference Orientation Webinar
Thursday, June 2, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
There is no registration for this event. Click here to join the webinar.
Annual Conference
Thursday, June 9, 2022 to Saturday, June 11, 2022
Location: Florida Southern College
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, June 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Juneteenth Independence Day Holiday Observed
Monday, June 20, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
North Central District Summer 2022 Lay Servant Ministry Training
Saturday, June 25, 2022 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
North Central District Summer Lay Servant Ministry Training Saturday June 25th, 2022 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM First UMC Gainesville 419 NE 1st Street Gainesville, FL 32601 Classes will run on Saturday, June 25, 2022 (Check-in begins at 7:00 AM.) Light ...
Independence Day Holiday
Monday, July 4, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Sunday, July 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
EC dCOM
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Location: Asbury UMC
Purpose: Provisional follow-up Due Date: July 21
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Monday, August 22, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Sanlando UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong, East Central District Superintendent, will present the Continuing UMC. He will discuss the recent postponement of General Conference and give information that will be helpful to you and your church during this season. Everyone is ...
Labor Day Holiday
Monday, September 5, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Saturday, September 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Monday, October 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
East Central District Fall 2022 Cluster Church Conference
Sunday, October 16, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: First UMC
East Central District Fall 2022 Cluster Church Conference
Sunday, October 16, 2022 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Spring of Life UMC
East Central District Fall 2022 Cluster Church Conference
Sunday, October 23, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Beymer Memorial UMC
East Central District Fall 2022 Cluster Church Conference
Sunday, October 23, 2022 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: St Luke's UMC
East Central District Fall 2022 Cluster Church Conference
Sunday, November 6, 2022 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Sanlando UMC
Missional Vital Signs Due
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Veteran's Day Holiday
Friday, November 11, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 24, 2022 to Friday, November 25, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Christmas Eve Holiday Observed
Friday, December 23, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Christmas Day Holiday Observed
Monday, December 26, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, February 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, March 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Monday, April 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.