September 2021
All times are in Eastern Standard Time
Labor Day Holiday
Monday, September 6, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
SW District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM)
Thursday, September 9, 2021 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Englewood UMC
The South West District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM) will be meeting. - Review of paperwork by candidates seeking permission to go to BOOM Materials due August 9, 2021
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, September 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.
Blood Drive
Saturday, September 11, 2021 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM (EST)
Location: Manatee UMC
BLOOD DRIVE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Give and Receive Give a pint of your precious blood that can help 3 persons! Receive a free hamburger or hot dog! Receive a Covid-19 vaccination! All free of charge! One Blood, Manatee Methodist, ...
View more Bishop's Fall Clergy Meeting
Thursday, September 16, 2021 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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 ...
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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.
SW District SPRC Training 2021
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
The South West District will be hosting virtual SPRC Training sessions: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 6:30pm-8pm Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 4pm-5:30pm. Both dates will be the same training. You only need to attend one session. All SPRC ...
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 25, 2021 to Friday, November 26, 2021
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
SW District SPRC Training 2021
Wednesday, December 1, 2021 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM (EST)
The South West District will be hosting virtual SPRC Training sessions: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 6:30pm-8pm Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 4pm-5:30pm. Both dates will be the same training. You only need to attend one session. All SPRC ...
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.
SW District Clergy Meeting - January 25, 2022
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Location: Christ UMC
SOUTH WEST DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Christ UMC, 1475 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 There will be a clergy meeting for South West District Clergy on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Christ UMC, 1475 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292....
Rev. Alex Shanks - The Future of the UMC
Thursday, February 3, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 ...
SW District - Lay Servant Ministries - Advanced Class
Saturday, March 19, 2022 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: First UMC
For the Common Good An Advanced Course in Lay Servant Ministries Join Rod Groom March 19 and 26, 2022 On Two Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: First UMC, 126 S Pine St, Sebring, FL 33870 Cost of Course: $25.00 (due at time of ...
Continuing UMC Informational Webinar for Laity
Sunday, March 20, 2022 7:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
View more SW District - Lay Servant Ministries - Advanced Class
Saturday, March 26, 2022 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: First UMC
For the Common Good An Advanced Course in Lay Servant Ministries Join Rod Groom March 19 and 26, 2022 On Two Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: First UMC, 126 S Pine St, Sebring, FL 33870 Cost of Course: $25.00 (due at time of ...
East Central District UMW Spiritual Retreat
Saturday, March 26, 2022 10:00 AM (EST)
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, ...
Continuing UMC Informational Webinar for Clergy
Monday, March 28, 2022 1:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
View more East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2022
Friday, April 1, 2022 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 9, 2022 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
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 (EST)
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 ...
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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.
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Sunday, May 22, 2022 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM (EST)
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 (EST)
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 (EST)
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.
SW District Annual Conference Ice Cream Social
Friday, June 10, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Location: Florida Southern College
Calling all South West District Clergy and Lay Members to Annual Conference Come and enjoy and wonderful time of ice cream sundaes and fellowship in the Lucius Pond Ordway Building, Room 162 at Florida Southern College! Join us as we say happy ...
Juneteenth Independence Day Holiday Observed
Monday, June 20, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
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
FLJFON - Know Your Rights & Naturalization Clinic
Saturday, August 20, 2022 9:00 AM (EST)
Location: Faith UMC
Are you or someone you know interested in learning about your immigration rights regardless of your status? This will be a safe space to learn from our JFON immigration attorneys. ¿Quieres aprender sobre tus derechos de inmigración ...
View more East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Monday, August 22, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
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 ...
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: First 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 ...
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Thursday, September 1, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
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. Everyone is ...
Labor Day Holiday
Monday, September 5, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
East Central District Fresh Expressions Cultivator Hybrid Meeting
Wednesday, September 7, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM (EST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
Clergy and laity in East Central District are invited to join Rev. Ben Collins for the first monthly Fresh Expression meeting. This is a hybrid meeting. Join us at First Orlando or on Zoom!
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.
District Admin Training
Tuesday, September 13, 2022 8:30 AM to Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Location: The Florida Annual Conference
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, September 17, 2022
Location: Bear Lake UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Bear Lake UMC is the host for this date. 9:00am College Park UMC, Orlando 10:30am Barnett Memorial UMC, Enterprise 12:00pm Ocoee Oaks UMC 1:30pm First UMC, Apopka 3:00pm ...
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Location: Faith UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Faith UMC is the host for this date. 1:00pm Faith UMC & Azalea Park UMC, Orlando 2:30pm First UMC, Oviedo 4:00pm Conway UMC, Orlando 5:30pm Tuskawilla UMC, Casselberry
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, September 25, 2022
Location: St Andrews UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. St Andrews UMC is the host for this date. 1:00pm St Andrews UMC, Winter Park 2:30pm Asbury UMC, Maitland 4:00pm Pine Castle UMC, Orlando 5:30pm Aloma UMC, Winter Park
East Central District Church Conference
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Solid Rock UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over Solid Rock UMC's Individual Church Conference.
East Central District Church Conference
Thursday, October 6, 2022
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. First UMC, Eustis is the host for this date. 5:00pm First UMC, Eustis
SW District - Lay Servant Ministries - Advanced Class
Friday, October 7, 2022 6:30 PM to Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 5:00 PM (EST)
For the Common Good An Advanced Course in Lay Servant Ministries This course is being offered on two different weekends and locations. You will select your location when registering. Leader: Rod Groom on October 7 and 8, 2022 St. John's UMC, 6611...
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 Fresh Expressions Monthly Gathering
Monday, October 10, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
Dear East Central District Fresh Expressions Practitioners, Pioneers, Adventurers, Permission-Givers and anyone engaging fresh expressions of church with new people, in new places and in new ways… Join us for the monthly Fresh Expressions Meeting. ...
East Central District Church Conference
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. First UMC, Lake Alfred is the host for this date. 2:00pm First UMC, Lake Alfred 3:30pm First UMC, Lake Wales & Indian Lake UMC
East Central District Fall Clergy Meeting - Cancelled!
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Clergy Meeting has been cancelled due to Hurricane Ian.
SW District - Lay Servant Ministries - Advanced Class
Friday, October 14, 2022 6:30 PM to Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM (EST)
For the Common Good An Advanced Course in Lay Servant Ministries This course is being offered on two different weekends and locations. You will select your location when registering. Leader: Rod Groom on October 7 and 8, 2022 St. John's UMC, 6611...
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Location: Spring of Life UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Spring of Life UMC is the host for this date. 9:00am Spring of Life UMC 10:30am 12:00pm Broadway UMC, Orlando 1:30pm Emmanuel Haitian, Orlando 3:00pm First UMC, ...
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, October 16, 2022
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. First UMC, Tavares is the host for this date. 1:00pm First UMC, Tavares 2:30pm Edge Memorial UMC, Groveland 4:00pm First UMC, Mt Dora 5:30pm Grace Haitian Mission, ...
East Central District Church Conference
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over First Clermont's Individual Church Conference.
East Central District Church Conference
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Location: Community of Faith UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Community of Faith UMC is the host for this date. 5:00pm Community of Faith UMC, Davenport 6:30pm Peace UMC, Orlando
East Central District Church Conference
Thursday, October 20, 2022
Location: Zellwood UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Zellwood UMC is the host for this date. 2:00pm Zellwood UMC 3:30pm Altoona UMC & Paisley UMC
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. First UMC, St Cloud is the host for this date. 9:00am First UMC, St Cloud 10:30am LifeSong UMC, Orlando
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, October 22, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Location: Montverde UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over Montverde's Individual Church Conference.
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Location: Beymer Memorial UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Beymer Memorial UMC is the host for this date. 2:30pm Beymer Memorial UMC, Winter Haven 4:00pm St John's UMC, Winter Haven 5:30pm First UMC, Winter Park
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, October 23, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)
Location: Lena Vista UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over Lena Vista's Church Conference immediately following services.
East Central District Church Conference
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Location: First UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. First UMC - Sanford is the host for this date. 5:00pm DeLeon Springs UMC 6:30pm First UMC - Sanford
East Central District Church Conference
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Location: Christ Hispanic UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Christ Hispanic UMC is the host for this date. 5:00pm First UMC, Orlando 6:30pm Christ Hispanic UMC
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, November 5, 2022
Location: Community UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Community UMC, DeBary is the host for this date. 9:00am Community UMC, DeBary 10:30am Community UMC, Casselberry 12:00pm Orange City UMC 1:30pm Trinity UMC, DeLand ...
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, November 6, 2022
Location: Sanlando UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Sanlando UMC is the host for this date. 1:00pm Lakeside UMC, Sanford 2:30pm University Carillon UMC, Oviedo 4:00pm Sanlando UMC, Longwood 5:30pm Grace UMC, Lake Mary
East Central District Fresh Expressions Monthly Gathering
Monday, November 7, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
East Central District Clergy and Lay Fresh Expression Pioneers are invited to join us for the monthly Fresh Expressions Meeting via Zoom. You won’t want to miss the conversations and opportunities present. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84172174349?pw...
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.
East Central District Church Conference
Thursday, November 10, 2022 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Location: DeLeon Springs UMC
Dr Bob Bushong will preside over DeLeon Springs' Church Conference.
Veteran's Day Holiday
Friday, November 11, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
East Central District Church Conference
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Location: Dundee UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. Dundee UMC is the host for this date. 9:00am Dundee UMC 10:30am Casa Vida UMC, Wahneta 12:00pm On Eagle's Wings, Poinciana 1:30pm First UMC, Auburndale 3:00pm ...
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, November 13, 2022
Location: St Luke's UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over individual Church Conferences. St Luke's UMC is the host for this date. 2:00pm St Luke's UMC 4:00pm First UMC, Winter Garden 5:30pm First UMC, Kissimmee
East Central District Church Conference
Sunday, November 13, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (EST)
Location: Osteen UMC
Dr. Bob Bushong will preside over Osteen's Church Conference.
East Central District SPRC Training via Zoom
Thursday, November 17, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
The Annual East Central District Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) Training Event will provide you with the effective tools needed in your responsibilities. Dr. Bob Bushong our District Superintendent will lead the meeting. Debbie Mitchell, ...
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 24, 2022 to Friday, November 25, 2022
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
East Central District Gathering on the Continuing UMC
Sunday, November 27, 2022 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Location: St John's 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 ...
SW District SPR Committee Training - 2022
Thursday, December 1, 2022 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
The South West District SPRC Leadership training event will provide your team with effective tools for the many responsibilities of the SPRC. Pastors, SPRC Chairpersons and Committee Members, Lay Leaders, and Lay Members to AC are all encouraged to ...
East Central District Lay Leader and Lay Member to Annual Conference Gathering
Saturday, December 3, 2022 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
To: All Local Church Lay Leaders and Lay Members to Annual Conference. Does your title sometimes feel unclear? Do you often wonder how others with the same title function? Some titles are a mouthful now are they not? Are you newly elected after ...
East Central District Fresh Expressions Monthly Gathering
Monday, December 5, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
We meet the first Monday of each month at 7pm via Zoom. We will be live at FUMC Orlando and on Zoom You won’t want to miss the conversations and opportunities present: Exploring connections between the CRAVE Model, and operationalizing Fresh ...
SW District Clergy Meeting
Thursday, December 8, 2022 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Location: Grace UMC
SOUTH WEST DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING Thursday, December 8, 2022 Grace UMC, 400 E Field Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 There will be a clergy meeting for South West District clergy on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Grace UMC, 400 East Field Avenue, Venice, FL...
SW District SPR Committee Training - 2022
Thursday, December 8, 2022 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
The South West District SPRC Leadership training event will provide your team with effective tools for the many responsibilities of the SPRC. Pastors, SPRC Chairpersons and Committee Members, Lay Leaders, and Lay Members to AC are all encouraged to ...
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.
Farewell Celebration for Bishop Ken & Rev. Pam Carter
Sunday, December 11, 2022 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Location: Hyde Park UMC
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.
New Year's Day Holiday
Monday, January 2, 2023
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.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
Monday, January 16, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
South West DCOM
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
Bishop Tom Berlin's Installation Service
Saturday, January 28, 2023 2:00 PM (EST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Thursday, February 2, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Thursday, February 2, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Finance
Saturday, February 4, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - FL UM Children's Home LCR
Thursday, February 9, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - FL UM Children's Home LCR
Thursday, February 9, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
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.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - FL UM Children's Home LCR
Saturday, February 11, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
East Central District Fresh Expressions Team Meeting
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
East Central District churches, clergy, lay leaders and practitioners are invited to our February Monthly Fresh Expressions Team Meeting. We’ll get the lay of the land for the year, communicate through some key dates, events and priorities, and ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Ministry Protection for Trustees
Thursday, February 16, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Ministry Protection for Trustees
Thursday, February 16, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Ministry Protection for Trustees
Saturday, February 18, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
President's Day Holiday
Monday, February 20, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
East Central District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM)
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Location: Asbury UMC
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment. Materials are due January 26. (LP License Renewals)
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources
Thursday, February 23, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources
Thursday, February 23, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Human Resources
Saturday, February 25, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
East Central District Fresh Expressions Team Meeting
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
East Central District churches, clergy, lay leaders and practitioners are invited to our February Monthly Fresh Expressions Team Meeting. We’ll get the lay of the land for the year, communicate through some key dates, events and priorities, and ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child Youth Protection Policy
Thursday, March 2, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
ECD Imago Dei Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lenten Bible Study
Thursday, March 2, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
March 2 - Dr. Steve Harper March 9 - Alice Williams March 16 - Dr. Bob Bushong March 23 - Dr. Latricia Scriven March 30 - Rev. Jana Hall-Perkins Does your church have a team to guide the work of dismantling racism and building bridges? If your ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child Youth Protection Policy
Thursday, March 2, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Child Youth Protection Policy
Saturday, March 4, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
North West DCOM
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Nominations/Lay Leadership Development
Thursday, March 9, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Nominations/Lay Leadership Development
Thursday, March 9, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
ECD Imago Dei Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lenten Bible Study
Thursday, March 9, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
March 2 - Dr. Steve Harper March 9 - Alice Williams March 16 - Dr. Bob Bushong March 23 - Dr. Latricia Scriven March 30 - Rev. Jana Hall-Perkins Does your church have a team to guide the work of dismantling racism and building bridges? If your ...
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.
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Nominations/Lay Leadership Development
Saturday, March 11, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
East Central District Bridge Builders Monthly Discussion
Sunday, March 12, 2023 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (EST)
In this month's meeting we will discuss the ways that United Methodists can stand against racism. Read this article to prepare for the discussion: https://www.umc.org/en/content/ways-united-methodists-can-take-a-stand-against-racism To join the ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Thursday, March 16, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
ECD Imago Dei Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lenten Bible Study
Thursday, March 16, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
March 2 - Dr. Steve Harper March 9 - Alice Williams March 16 - Dr. Bob Bushong March 23 - Dr. Latricia Scriven March 30 - Rev. Jana Hall-Perkins Does your church have a team to guide the work of dismantling racism and building bridges? If your ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Thursday, March 16, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
Conference Wide Local Church Training - Lay Leader & Lay Member to Annual Conference
Saturday, March 18, 2023 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Zoom
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! Click HERE for a description of each topic. Click HERE for the flyer ...
East Central District: Young People's Ministry Gathering
Thursday, March 23, 2023 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Location: First UMC
Are you in youth, children, or family ministry? Or are you one of those who do youth, children, social media, tech, and any other job your church needs? If that is you, we'd love for you to attend our East Central District Young People's Ministry ...
ECD Imago Dei Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lenten Bible Study
Thursday, March 23, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
March 2 - Dr. Steve Harper March 9 - Alice Williams March 16 - Dr. Bob Bushong March 23 - Dr. Latricia Scriven March 30 - Rev. Jana Hall-Perkins Does your church have a team to guide the work of dismantling racism and building bridges? If your ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2023
Friday, March 24, 2023 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant Training via 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, ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2023
Saturday, March 25, 2023 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant Training via 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, ...
East Central District Worship Ministry Gathering
Thursday, March 30, 2023 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: First UMC
Join Worship Ministry Leaders from around the East Central District for an evening of fellowship, discussion and worship, as we work together to strengthen our UMC worship community in the East Central District. Please feel free to invite members of ...
ECD Imago Dei Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lenten Bible Study
Thursday, March 30, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
March 2 - Dr. Steve Harper March 9 - Alice Williams March 16 - Dr. Bob Bushong March 23 - Dr. Latricia Scriven March 30 - Rev. Jana Hall-Perkins Does your church have a team to guide the work of dismantling racism and building bridges? If your ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant Training via 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, ...
East Central District Lay Servant Training Spring 2023
Saturday, April 1, 2023 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
Lay Servant Training via 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, ...
Good Friday Holiday
Friday, April 7, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
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.
East Central District Creation Care Day 2023
Saturday, April 15, 2023 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
We will host an East Central District Care Day on April 15, 2023, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. It will be a morning of inspiration focused on God's desire for us to steward creation wisely. You will learn the 7 steps to starting a creation care ...
North West DCOM
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
East Central District Clergy Team Meeting
Thursday, April 27, 2023 10:00 AM (EST)
Location: Asbury UMC
ECD Clergy Meeting will be Thursday morning, April 27 from 10:00 until noon in the Sanctuary of Asbury UMC in Maitland, with lunch served afterward in the Fellowship Hall. Bishop Tom Berlin will be with us to share thoughts and respond to ...
East Central District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM)
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Location: Asbury UMC
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for appointment. Materials due April 6. (1st Provisional Interviews)
View more 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.
Clergy Session Prep Meeting - Zoom
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (EST)
Dear Florida Conference Clergy: I'm writing to invite you to join me as we prepare for our clergy session in June. All clergy are invited to participate in a Zoom gathering on Wednesday, May 10 at 10 AM. The focus of this one-hour gathering will be...
SW District Clergy Meeting - May 11, 2023
Thursday, May 11, 2023 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Location: Grace UMC
SOUTH WEST DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING Thursday, May 11, 2023 Grace UMC, 400 E Field Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 There will be a clergy meeting for South West District clergy on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Grace UMC, 400 East Field Avenue, Venice, FL 34285. ...
Memorial Day Holiday
Monday, May 29, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Join in Celebrating the Ministry of The Reverend Dr. Bob Bushong
Sunday, June 4, 2023 4:00 PM (EST)
Location: First United Methodist Church
To learn more about these two ministries that are important to Bob, please click on the links. The Florida United Methodist Children's Home and Florida Justice for Our Neighbors. If you cannot attend and would like to send a card, note, or pictures ...
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.
Juneteenth Independence Day Holiday
Monday, June 19, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Entrenamiento de siervos laicos a través de ZOOM
Saturday, June 24, 2023 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
La capacitación de siervos laicos prepara a los laicos para estar en el ministerio a través del cuidado, la comunicación y el liderazgo. El énfasis clave de la Capacitación de Siervos Laicos es equipar y capacitar a nuestros lideres laicos para que ...
Entrenamiento de siervos laicos a través de ZOOM
Saturday, July 1, 2023 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom
La capacitación de siervos laicos prepara a los laicos para estar en el ministerio a través del cuidado, la comunicación y el liderazgo. El énfasis clave de la Capacitación de Siervos Laicos es equipar y capacitar a nuestros lideres laicos para que ...
Independence Day Holiday
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Monday, July 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
Thursday, August 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.
Fresh Expressions Experience - Tallahassee
Saturday, August 12, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (EST)
Fresh Expressions Experience - Tallahassee Date/Time: August 12, 2023, 9:00 am-3:30 pm Location: Good Samaritan UMC, Tallahassee Link: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/fxxnwd
East Central District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM)
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Location: Asbury UMC
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for appointment. Materials due July 20. (Provisional Follow-ups)
South West DCOM
Thursday, August 24, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
North West DCOM
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
Labor Day Holiday
Monday, September 4, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Sunday, September 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
Tuesday, October 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.
North West DCOM
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
East Central District Committee on Ordained Ministry (dCOM)
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Location: Asbury UMC
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for appointment. Materials due October 12.
Veteran's Day Holiday
Friday, November 10, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Friday, November 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.
South West DCOM
Thursday, November 16, 2023
District Committee on Ministry Meeting Candidates contact Elizabeth Flynn at eflynn@flumc.org for an appointment.
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 23, 2023 to Friday, November 24, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Sunday, December 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.
Christmas Holiday
Monday, December 25, 2023 to Tuesday, December 26, 2023
The conference and district offices will be closed for the holiday.
Missional Vital Signs Due
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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, February 10, 2024
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
Sunday, March 10, 2024
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, April 10, 2024
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, May 10, 2024
Please remember to submit your Missional Vital Signs (MVS) each month no later than the 10th of the month. Click here to enter stats.