Rural Ministry Clergy Cohort We invite you to gather virtually every two weeks with Rev. Ed Kail**, well-known pastor, teacher, and clergy leader from the Iowa Annual Conference (and former professor of Bishop Plambeck!). Ed is known for his deep knowledge and understanding of the rural ministry context and challenges. He is a follower of the Way of Jesus with deep roots in the UMC and in the Wesleyan theology of discipleship.

Registration is now open for the 31st session of the Dakotas Conference of The United Methodist Church. Register by May 24, 5 p.m., CDT, to avoid late fee.

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Rural Ministry Clergy Cohort We invite you to gather virtually every two weeks with Rev. Ed Kail, well-known pastor, teacher, and clergy leader from the Iowa Annual Conference (and former professor of Bishop Plambeck!). Ed is known for his deep knowledge and understanding of the rural ministry context and challenges. He is a follower of the Way of Jesus with deep roots in the UMC and in the Wesleyan theology of discipleship.

The six-week Scripture Circle Facilitator traning will be on June 11, 18, 25 and July 16, 23, 30, at 10:30-12 p.m. CDT. The purpose of this cohort is to better equip you to lead a group in a scripture circle style.  To maximize the learning and experience, have a group of 6 to 15 people, ready to study with you in your real world that you can practice on. This cohort is going to be capped at 11 people. 

The six-week Scripture Circle Facilitator training will be on June 11, 18, 25 and July 16, 23, 30, at 10:30-12 p.m. CDT. The purpose of this cohort is to better equip you to lead a group in a scripture circle style.  To maximize the learning and experience, have a group of 6 to 15 people, ready to study with you in your real world that you can practice on. This cohort is going to be capped at 11 people. 

Monthly Coaching session are for Fresh Expressions practitioners and their teams. Participants will learn from each other as they process the loving first journey together. Participants will share stories, ideas and get support from others. Michael Beck will facilitate these calls.

In observance of  the 4th of July - Dakotas Conference office is closed. Happy 4th of July