Pakistan Relief Funding Lagging:
Close to 20 mission people have been displaced by the floods in Pakistan. Donations thus far have been very low especially when compared to the $40 million UMCOR was able to collect in response to the Haiti earthquake. The Pakistan tragedy has affected as many people as the tsunami in Southeast Asia and the Chile and Haiti earthquakes combined. Please consider donating through UMCOR to Advance #982450. 100% of all donations go to those in need. GIVE NOW
Medical Mission Opportunity:
A medical team from Iowa will serve in Mizak, Haiti from February 17-28, 2011. The estimated cost is $1800. If interested contact team leader Terry Dewald.
Upcoming Trainings:
Team Leader Training:
This training focuses on team leader responsibilities before, during and after a mission experience. It also addresses cultural sensitivity and other important topics. Training will be held November 13, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the First UMC, 801 First Capitol Dr., St. Charles, MO 63301. To register, click here.
Disaster Early Response Team Training:
This is specialized training for teams responding in the early stages of a disaster following the emergency response phase. Training will be held Saturday, Octoer 23rd at Camp Galilee near El Dorado Springs, MO. The cost per person is $36. Please pre-register here.
Health Ministry Workshop:
The next health ministry workshop will be held in Kansas City on September 19, 2010. To register contact Dora Thackery at thackery@umocm.com . Trained professionals are nice but not essential to foster good health in congregations. Come and learn what you can do! For more information contact Julie Taylor at fcnjulie@gmail.com .