QuikLINK – December 16, 2022
Alive in Christ together we embody the beloved community of disciple-making congregations
Friday, December 16, 2022
ATTENTION: PASTORS SEEKING RETIREMENT AT 2023 AC
Active Pastors under appoint (Local Church & Ext. Ministry) who are considering requesting the Retired Relationship at the 2023 session of Annual Conference are urged to read ¶357 of The Book of Discipline of the UMC, 2016. Your request must be sent no later than JANUARY 18, 2023.
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DRIVE THRU LIGHT SHOW
Its the Last Weekend! 3rd Annual Drive Thru Light Show at Mount Asbury. Follow the lights to the Little Town of Bethlehem as it unfolds the Nativity Story. Then enjoy all the Joys and Fun of Christmas. More lights and music than ever before. December 16-18, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays Only (6pm-9pm). $10 suggested donation.
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LAY MEMBERS AT LARGE NEEDED FOR AC
Important Information How to Submit Your Name for Nomination to Serve as a Lay Member at Large by January 20
The 2023 Susquehanna Annual Conference meeting will be held May 18-20, at The Community Arts Center in Williamsport, PA. Each year, the hope is to equalize the number of clergy and lay persons attending AC, as well as to encourage a diversity of voices representing as many churches and places across the conference. To achieve this, we ask lay persons who are interested in being considered to serve as a Lay Member at Large to register for consideration.
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UPCOMING RETREATS
CREATE! is a standing weekly contemplative creative hour of reflection and sharing held every Thursday via Zoom.
NEW YEAR’S EVE ONLINE RETREAT
Saturday, December 31 – Rev. Laura Baber will lead this gentle time of New Year’s Eve reflection.
DEEPER DIVE IN SPIRITUAL DIRECTION RETREAT
Friday, January 6, 2023 – Led by Beth Knight, this time will be a helpful refresher for spiritual directors as we “reset” for a new year.
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BOUNDARIES TRAINING
All clergy, CLM’s and lay persons serving as preacher/leader of a congregation must renew their Boundaries training every four years. There is an upcoming in-person training on January 10, 2023 at 15th Street UMC, Huntingdon (9 am – 3 pm.) Register for this training through the Altoona District office, altoona@susumc.org VIEW MORE DETAILS
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RESOLUTIONS DEADLINE
The opportunity is here once again for you, your congregation, or any of its members to offer a resolution for consideration at the 2023 session of AC.
Resolutions are to be clearly printed and sent together with supporting documentation. Please include a title for your resolution. It is preferred that all resolutions be received electronically via email: aburd-harris@susumc.org.
If you are unable to email the resolutions, you may mail them to:
ATTN: ANDREW BURD-HARRIS
EVANGELICAL UMC
157 E WATER ST
MIDDLETOWN PA 17057
Please indicate a contact person should we need to contact the petitioner for clarification.
Resolutions must be received no later than February 15.
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ATTENTION: LAITY & CLERGY
The Grow and Equip Teams of the Susquehanna Conference are thrilled to offer three learning experiences in 2023 to help pastors and laity grow and be equipped to live into this new reality in which we find ourselves. LEARN MORE & REGISTER TODAY
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Mexico Mission Opportunity
There is a need for more team members for a mission team to the “Give Ye Them To Eat” mission March 3-12, 2023 in Puebla and Tlancualpican, Mexico. This is an Alternative Work and Study Reality (AWARE) team experience. The team will be working on construction of a house using mud/straw construction as well as construction or upkeep at the Tree of Life training center. The cost is $1,050 plus your airfare to Mexico City (currently around $600). The fee covers all meals, lodging, admissions, tips and in-country transportation.
If interested, contact Rev. Marian Hartman at mhartman@susumc.org before January 1.
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Worshipping on New Year’s Day
It’s not every year that New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, but 2023 happens to be special. Laying low and reducing the effort that you’re putting into planning a New Year’s Day service might seem like the easiest option. However, instead of seeing it as an obstacle, take time to view it as an opportunity. ResourceUMC has some read-worthy tips to help you build the most meaningful worship service that celebrates new beginnings. GET TIPS
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Daily Prayer Guide
Welcome to the first official United Women in Faith Daily Prayer Guide—a resource for reflection and guidance for the year ahead!
As our world is ever-changing, God remains faithful. In these pages, we hope you encounter joy in the steadfastness of God. The daily devotionals in the Daily Prayer Guide uplift the work and impact of the global outreach of United Women in Faith and Global Ministries and how those who serve experience the accompaniment of God in their work. ORDER TODAY
For the week of December 18 – 24:
Fort Loudon UMC, Fort Loudon
First UMC, Renovo
Pinecroft UMC, Pinecroft
Columbia Crossroads UMC, Columbia Cross Roads
Hunlock Creek UMC, Hunlock Creek
Larksville UMC, Larksville
Tatesville UMC, Everett
Mount Zion UMC, Steelton
Elimsport UMC, Allenwood
Shehawken UMC, Starrucca
Sky Lake Camp & Retreat Center, Windsor, NY
