WPAUMC
Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference
The United Methodist Church
Erie-Meadville District
The Rev. Patricia. S. Harbison, Superintendent
5304 U.S. Highway 19
Cochranton, PA 16314-4440
Phone/Fax: 814-425-3568
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2009 Summer Preaching Seminars
(Click here to print the seminar information)
sponsored by Erie-Meadville District
led by Gifted Preachers from our WPA Annual Conference
2 Week-day mornings this summer 9:15 a.m. - noon
Thursday, July 16, 2009
at Edinboro UMC
113 High Street, Edinboro, PA 16412
Ron Hoellein, Pastor, St. Paul’s UMC in Allison Park
Open It, Read It, Learn It, Live It
Ron has led St. Paul’s church in several seasons of Biblical immersion. He will share ideas and insights about comprehensive approaches to improving biblical literacy and deepening understanding of Scriptures by focusing on one book of the Bible or one biblical theme in all aspects of congregational life.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Erie: Glenwood UMC
2931 Myrtle Avenue, Erie, PA 16508
David Janz, Pastor, Christ UMC in Franklin
Preaching Without Notes
David will explore elements of personal style as he shares his own journey to freedom from manuscripts.
All preachers, pastors and lay speakers are welcome!
To register, email: harbison3@zoominternet.net or call: 814-425-3568
(Click here to print the seminar information)
IMPORTANT DATES!!!
Jul 3rd District Office will be closed for Independence Day!
Jul 3-11th Pat on Vacation!
Jul 4th Independence Day!!
Jul 5th Rev. Roy Gearhart----Pleasantville UMC---10:45AM---814-589-7385
Jul 8th “Godspell”---Erie: First---7PM—814-452-3300
Jul 10-12th ‘Elevate’---Pitts. Theological Seminary—800-451-4195
Jul 10-12th UMM ‘Focus on the Cross’—Nashville, Tn
DISTRICT NEWS!!!
WE ARE TRYING SOMETHING NEW: We will NOT be meeting for pre- charge conference briefing this summer; instead, Pat will be sending information by way of email in mid July. Watch your email!!
HOW MANY YOUNG ADULTS IN YOUR CONGREGATION???
The bad news: Almost every congregation in the Erie-Meadville district has bemoaned the lack of young adults in their midst.
The good news: A continuing education event will be held this summer that will help you discover ways to reach this age group.
‘Elevate’ is a North East UMC Jurisdictional training event scheduled for July 10-12 in Pittsburgh. Registration deadline is this week. Go to www.wpaumcyouth.org for more information.
‘ELEVATE’: TAKING YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Resourcing Congregational and Campus Ministry with Young Adults on Jul 10 - 12th at Pittsburgh
Sheraton, Station Square Hotel, 300 West Station Square Drive, with Saturday sessions at Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community, 2700 Jane Street, Pittsburgh (South Side) Sponsored by the Northeast Jurisdiction of the UMC; made possible by a grant from Vision Table. Cost: $149 (2 per room).Questions: Contact Renaye Hoffman at youth@wpaumc.org or 800-886-3382 x 224. Visit www.wpaumcyouth.com to register
PREACHING SEMINARS - Make plans now for these continuing education events in our district that qualify for CEU’s and promise to stimulate growth in the most visible area of ministry, preaching. Thurs., July 16th (Edinboro), Tues., July 28th (Erie: Glenwood), 9:15AM to noon. Check the website for details. Get your reservations to Wanda soon.
CLERGY FAMILY SUMMER PICNIC - Tues, July 21st - The picnic will be at Presque Isle at the Rotary Pavilion gathering starting at 11:00 AM with Dinner at 5:30PM. Check your mail for your invitation. Make your reservations with Wanda (harbison3@zoominternet.net OR 814-425-3568) as soon as possible so planning can be done.
DS ‘RENEWAL’ LEAVE - Beginning her sixth year as superintendent, Pat has been granted a renewal leave this summer. Tentative dates are Aug 1 - Sept 14. Other superintendents will provide coverage for the district while she is away.
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