Pray with us | August 4-10
     Jesus be with us. We need your love, grace, and guidance. Help us to be like you, open up our hearts, cultivate your generous spirit in us. We pray for all of Gods people, but especially these persons.

Soul Fill-up | Join us August 5
     Soul Fill-up is a mid-week time for chruch leaders to slow down. Let us pour into your soul and refill your cup during guided scripture reading, prayer, and meditation led by the spiritual directors of the Higher Ground program. There is nothing to do or prepare - just set this 30-40 minutes aside for yourself and join us! Click here to join, Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. central time, 8:00 a.m. mountain time. 

Financial Foundations webinar | August 10
     This quarter's topic: Three principles that will transform your church budget. Are you disappointed with your church’s budget? If you didn’t have to have the budget approved at charge conference, would you even make the effort to create it? A budget should be a map to your church’s success. In this webinar, Sheri Meister and Jeff Pospisil will share three principles that, if implemented, will transform your budget and give new life to your finance committee. Join the webinar at 7-8 p.m. CDT, August 10, 2020 here. 

Keep our Campfires Glowing | Dakotas-Minnesota Area Camp and Retreat Ministries
     The summer operations at all of the camps, across the Dakotas-Minnesota Area, were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The decision not to hold camp this summer creates financial struggles. Camps are funded nearly 100% by camper and guest group fees. The estimated financial loss of suspension of retreats and summer camping programs is $1.8M. "Right now, we have a part of our United Methodist family, our camps, that need our help. It’s time that we support those in need," says Pastor Charlie Moore. Donate here | Read more 

Online Ministry Certifications, Institute for Discipleship online | August 24 
    There are four practical ministry certifications that are starting on August 24th, which are designed to give laity in the Church affordable and accessible foundations for ministry. Certifications are available in Spiritual Formation, Christian Care and Counseling, Youth Ministry and Ministry With Those With Disabilities. Get details here. 

Getting Strated with Messy Church | September 12
     Getting Started With Messy Church conference will be held at First United Methodist Church, 23 N. Seneca Ave, Newcastle, Wyoming on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 9 am to 3: 00 pm.  Cost is $100 for an individual and $ 150 for a church team of 2-5 people. Register here

Builders Club |  Call for Hilltop UMC
     Builders Club supports the building projects of four churches each year through the donations of hundreds of people across the Dakotas Conference. The goal of Builders Club is to assist churches in need of financial support for their building, remodel, or expansion projects. By providing support for the building projects of churches, it allows them to grow current—or begin new—ministries. Individuals and congregations are called to support Hilltop UMC.  Join | Donate online

Church of the Resurrection Leadership Institute |  Online Sept. 24-25
     The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection announced today registration is now open for Leadership Institute 2020, held online September 24-25.  There will be four general sessions on Thursday, September 24, led by nationally known speakers uniquely positioned to address the extraordinary issues church leaders are facing in 2020 and beyond, including:

Founder of Harvard’s Center for Public Leadership, Ron Heifetz; Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, The Most Reverend Michael Curry; and Senior Pastor of Church of the Resurrection, Adam Hamilton. Friday, September 25, will include two breakout sessions on  with 6 topics to choose from at each session, followed by live Q & A with the presenter(s). Details and registration can be found at li.cor.org. Early Bird price of $49 is available through September 1.

Dakotas Annual Conference | Online October 10
     The 27th session of the Dakotas Annual Conference will take place in a webinar format, Saturday, October 10, at 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. central time, (9 -11 a.m. mountain time) and 1-4 p.m., central time, (12-3 p.m. mountain time).  Registration will begin the first week of August. Get more details here. 

Women's  Leadership Summitt | October 8-10
     The General Commission on the Status and Role of Women is also hosting a virtual conference called the I AM Her Women's Leadership Summitt from October 8-10th, 2020. View an informational video here. 

In our hearts | Leonard Nelson
     Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Leonard Nelson. Leonard E. Nelson, 99, of Malta, Illinois, died Friday, July 31, 2020, at Oak Crest DeKalb Area Retirement Center. Leonard is the father of Sheilah Kyburz, Episcopal Administrative Assistant for the Dakotas-Minnesota Area.  Read a full obituary here. 

Job Announcement | Sunnycrest UMC
     Sunnycrest United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager to provide administrative support to the pastor, staff and various committees. Duties include designing and publishing church materials, maintaining accurate financial records and greeting church members and visitors. Click here for job description. Seeking someone with a professional and positive manner to join this vibrant and growing church.  Bilingual skill of the English and Spanish languages is a plus. Compensation will be based on experience. To apply, send your resume to office@sunnycrest.org.

Job Announcement | Madison UMC
     The Madison United Methodist Church is seeking a Director of Family and Youth Ministries.  Search for Director of Family and Youth Ministries is on hold due to the pandemic. However, inquiries are encouraged. We are hoping to hire later this year. View the job posting here and the job description here.