Greetings CSGMs,
Each of you should receive the new Advance Giving Resource Guide for 2009-12: Strength In Numbers . The Advance Giving Resource Guide for 2009-12 replaces the 2008 "Stories of Sharing". Please discontinue the use of the 2008 "Stories of Sharing" resource as it is out of date.
The Advance Giving Resource Guide for 2009-12: Strength In Numbers and other resources including Strength in Numbers DVD, Advance Pocket Cards, and Covenant Relationship brochures can be ordered in bulk from UMCOM or Cokesbury. Cokesbury charges for shipping but you can order other Global Ministries resources from Cokesbury that you cannot from UMCOM.
There are three ways to order:
1) Go online to www.advancinghope.org , Click on the Resources tab on the right and then on Order Resources. This will take you directly to United Methodists Communications online site(http://secure.umcom.org/store/catalog/The-Advance,54.aspx).
2) Call directly to United Methodist Communications toll free: 888-346-3862.
3) www.cokesbury.com
Please take note of the groups below that were mailed (and are still being mailed) the Advance Giving Resource Guide from UMCOM. UMCOM is doing this in phases. All pastors in the U.S. have already received the guide. This may have you re-think ordering too many resources for the upcoming annual conference season.
PastorsBishops (International and U.S.)
District Superintendents
Diaconal Ministers
Associate Pastors
Extension Ministries(pastors appointed beyond the local church), (ABLC), Conference Communications, Staff Persons, Conference Communications Chairpersons, Conference Communications Directors, Conference Editors, Conference Interpretation Chair, Conference Resource Center Librarians, Conference Web Staff, UMCom's Alpha List, Annual Conference Treasurers, Disaster coordinators, CSGMs and Conference related mission staff, CCMP, Domestic GBGM Directors, GBGM Missionaries.
We will keep you posted about additional Advance resources that will be available for the upcoming annual conference season.
Blessings,
David MalloyAnnual Conference LiaisonThe Advance
General Board of Global Ministries475 Riverside Drive, Room 350New York, NY 10115phone: 212-870-3781fax: 212-870-3775dmalloy@gbgm-umc.orgwww.advancinghope.org
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Telephone Conference with Fred Price
This morning I had my telephone conference with Fred Price concerning issues we raised at our October SEJ Mission Secretaries' Meeting.
- Keeping Contact with the Mission Candidates: Fred believes he has found someone who is willing and able to keep contact with missionary candidates on a basis of at least twice a year. He will follow up on this and get back with us.
- Mission Priorities: At this point the General Board of Global Ministries cannot provide a list of priority placements for missionary service. GBGM is working to prioritize its missionary placement along the lines of the 4 focus areas: Poverty, Health, churches, and Leaders.
- Constant Needs: The most constant needs for missionary service continues to be for Area Financial Executives and the medical field.
GBGM has a scheduled Spring class for missionaries. Many of these missionary candidates are in the medical field. A class is scheduled for the Fall and more details on whether or not this class will be held will be sent in the future.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Concerns presented at October 2008 Meeting
On the Saturday of the 2008 meeting those present shared the following concern about "communication" between GBGM and potential missionaries. I believe GBGM staff, Fred and John were present for the total discussion. The following concerns were raised:
- With exception of a letter stating the application is on file, little further communication is offered with applicants;
- The need to post the most pressing needs for Missionary Service on the webpage or with the Mission Secretaries so we may share the needs with those qualified and interested.
I recently followed up this discussion with email messages with Fred Price. Fred and I have a call scheduled for January 27, 2009. If you have concerns to share, please let me know prior to this call. My email is mcollins@wnccumc.org
SEJ UMVIM Board Meeting, July 10-11
According to "sources" the next SEJ UMVIM Board meeting will be in Columbia, SC on July 10-11, 2009. Also, the same "source" says we will not have a Connect. If you know of additional info, please let me know at mcollins@wnccumc.org and I will post!
Mission Secretaries' Contact information
2009 CONFERENCE MISSION SECRETARIES – SOUTHEASTERN JURISDICTION
Missionary Interpreters In Residence
Rev. Chris and Mrs. Martha Stockwell-Goering1608 River Ridge Dr., Ashville, NC 28803
Voice: 828-505-1896
Email: revsgar@yahoo.com
Tennessee
Rev. Jason Brock
304 South Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 1
Nashville, TN 37211
Work: 615-329-1177
Cell:615-293-8594
Home: 615-399-4726
Fax: 615-329-0884
E-mail: jbrock@tnumc.org
Western North Carolina
Rev. Michael Collins (Mike)
P.O. Box 18005
Charlotte, NC 28218
Location:
3400 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
Work: 704-535-2260 ext. 142
Cell: 704-322-9653
Home: 704-322-9653
Fax: 704-567-6117
E-mail: mcollins@wnccumc.org
South Georgia
Rev. Denise Walton
99 Arthur J. Moore
P.O. Box 20408
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Work: 888-266-7642
912-638-8626, Ext. 12
Cell: 912-269-4250
Home: 912-638-3173
Fax: 912-638-5258
E-mail: denise@sgaumc.com
Memphis
Nancy Eubanks
426 Eubanks Rd.
Brownsville, TN 38012
Cell: 731-780-2802
Home: 731-772-0458
E-mail: nteubanks@gmail.com
North Alabama
Paulette West
898 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, AL 35204
Work: 205-226-7955
Cell: 205-601-0464
E-mail : pwest@northalabamaumc.org
Alabama-West Florida
Susan Hunt
100 Interstate Park Drive
Suite 120
Montgomery, AL 36109
Work: 334-356-8014
Cell: 334-296-8035
Home:
Fax: 334-356-8029
E-mail: mailto:CurtisH@awfumc.org
Virginia
Dr. Denise Honeycutt
P.O. Box 1719
Glen Allen, VA23060
Work: 800-768-6040 ext. 144
Cell:
Home: 804-241-8443
Fax: 804-521-1179
E-mail: DeniseHoneycutt@vaumc.org
North Carolina
Rev. William (Bill) Haddock, Jr.
Wrightsboro UMC
3300 N. Kerr Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28405
Work: 910-762-2583
Cell: 910-262-3831
Home: 910-799-4600
E-mail: revbillh@wrightsboroumc.org
Holston
Bill W. Daugherty, Sr.
P. O. Box 850
Alcoa,TN 37701-0850
Work: 865-293-4133
Cell: 423-253-4801
Home: 423-442-4631
Fax: 865-690-3162
E-mail: BillDaugherty@holston.org
Mississippi
Lou Ann Staggs
P. O. Box 686
New Albany, MS 38652
Work: 662-534-7733
Fax: 662-534-7799
E-mail: nadist@bellsouth.net
Florida
Dr. Larry Rankin
1140 East McDonald Street
P.O. Box 3767
Lakeland, FL 33802
Work: 863-688-5563 ext. 131
Work: 863-688-5563 ext. 138 -
(Ms.Icel Rodriguez, Staff Associate)
Cell: 863-670-3060
Home: 863-682-2513
Fax: 863-688-7233
E-mail: LRankin@flumc.org
E-mail: IRodriguez@flumc.org
North Georgia
Mr. Terry Raymond
(Co-CSGM)
3291 Garmon Drive
Loganville, GA 30052
Cell: 770-84302791
Home: 770-972-3399
Fax: 770-972-3399
E-mail: terry767@bellsouth.net
Alice Smith
(Co-CSGM)
6026 Ridgemont Way
McDonough, GA 30253
Phone: 770-914-2265
E-mail: waltalicesmith@aol.com
South Carolina
Ms. Millie Carter
4908 Colonial Drive
Suite 101
Columbia, SC 29203
Work: 803-786-9486 ext. 311 or
888-678-6272
Cell:
Home:
Fax: 803-691-6607
E-mail: mcarter@umcsc.org
Red Bird Missionary
Ms. Ruth Wiertzema
54 Queendale Center
Beverly, KY 40913
Work: 606-598-5915 ext. 25
Cell: 606-813-4675
Home: 606-598-5092
Fax: 606-598-6405
E-mail: ruthw@redbirdconference.org
Kentucky
Julie Broderson
246 Lexington Road
Versailles, KY 40383
Work: 859-269-2800
Cell:
Home:
Fax: 859-266--0902
E-mail: missionmom@windstream.net
CSGM Gathering in Florida, Oct 21-24, 2009
From Larry Rankin:
We have reserved the Life Enrichment Center in Leesburg, Fla as our meeting place. It is one and one-half hours north of the Orlando International Airport. You can also land at the Tampa International Airport, yet it is a little further. Rooms are motel style (2), with meeting spaces, quiet walks under the oaks, a full-sized outdoor Chartres labyrinth, prayer chapel, and beautiful Lake Griffin along the property, and "wi-fi" in most places. Weather in October will be cool and refreshing.
We can set up registration through the conference data management starting June 1, 2009. We have reserved 25 spaces and we can modify that number two months from the dates of our meeting, that is August 21, 2009.
If you have not given your "intentions to Larry, please email him at LRankin@flumc.org.
We have reserved the Life Enrichment Center in Leesburg, Fla as our meeting place. It is one and one-half hours north of the Orlando International Airport. You can also land at the Tampa International Airport, yet it is a little further. Rooms are motel style (2), with meeting spaces, quiet walks under the oaks, a full-sized outdoor Chartres labyrinth, prayer chapel, and beautiful Lake Griffin along the property, and "wi-fi" in most places. Weather in October will be cool and refreshing.
We can set up registration through the conference data management starting June 1, 2009. We have reserved 25 spaces and we can modify that number two months from the dates of our meeting, that is August 21, 2009.
If you have not given your "intentions to Larry, please email him at LRankin@flumc.org.
Mission Secretaries' Meeting Minutes
Conference Mission Secretaries – Southeastern Jurisdiction
MINUTES
October 29- November 1, 2008
St. Simon’s Island, Georgia
The Annual Meeting of Southeastern Jurisdiction Conference Mission Secretaries was held at St. Simon’s Island, Georgia from October 29 until November 1, 2008. Denise Walton, South Georgia Secretary was the host and welcomed the group gathered. Attending were: Guy Looney, Michael Collins, Denise Walton, Nancy Eubanks, Paulette West, Denise Honeycutt, Bill Haddock, Bill Daugherty, Lou Ann Staggs, Larry Rankin, Terry Raymond, Ruth Wiertzema, Chris and Martha Stockwell Goering, Lynda Byrd, David Webb, John Nuessle, Ginena Dulley Wills, Una Jones, Fred Price, Rachel Barnett, David Malloy, Icel Rodriquez, Melinda Trotti, and Brett Opalinsky.
The group was again welcomed – by the Chairperson Mike Collins. He introduced our theme as “Inspire, Inform and Interact”. Each one was then asked to briefly introduce themselves with a description of their role in their annual conference or as staff of General Board of Global Ministries.
The opening devotional was given by Denise Honeycutt using “Inspire” as the theme. The chosen scripture was Genesis 21: 1-7. She read briefly from the UMW Prayer Calendar and encouraged the use of these. Denise talked about the importance of laughter in our lives and shared personal stories of fun and laughter from Nigeria, Virginia and Columbia. Our time of reflection was closed with prayer.
Michael Collins introduced John Nuessle – our presenter for this seminar and his new book titled “Faithful Witnesses”. This book will be the source of our sessions with the focus being taught through tradition, reason, scripture and experience. John gave a brief introduction of the seminar and we closed the first session with singing “This Little Light of Mine.”
Thursday morning session was opened with devotional given by Bill Haddock. He used scripture from 1st John with the theme being “Inform” and reminded the group that Jesus Found us – Knew our name and Changed our name. We are to invite others to “come and see” what God has done and to ’’share that” was his closing statement.
The annual business meeting followed with Michael Collins presiding. Introductions were made, minutes of the previous meeting were approved (each member had a copy to read) and the treasurer’s report of $1099.42 was reported in the account.
Michael announced the need to elect new officers for the group and explained the duties of each. Elected were the following:
President – Michael Collins
Vice-president – Paulette West
Secretary-Treasurer – Nancy Eubanks
Denise Honeycutt initiated discussion about “For All The Right Reasons” – the theology of mission study which was developed by SEJ Conference Mission Secretaries several years ago. Denise asked about the possibility of John Nuessle including this with the seminar he is currently leading. John told the group he will be happy to house this and have it available with his study for use. Larry Rankin agreed to e-mail the “Mission Wheel”, which was developed by the Florida Conference, to all the SEJ secretaries.
The group responded with no old business when asked. Una Jones will update the list of names and data of the SEJ group.
Michael Collins asked for new business of the group and conversation began concerning the participation in CONNECT – the gathering in conjunction with UMVIM at Lake Junaluska in June each year. Paulette West explained the schedule and also the changes in SEJ staff as Nick Elliott retires as director. The 2009 schedule is now set for July 2-3 with the theme being “New Faces in Mission”. The UMVIM Board of Directors has decided to be the sole owner of Connect. After some dialogue , it was decided this group needs more discussion about our continued participation. Michael asked for individual recommendations so he can participate on the design team with representative ideas. It was agreed that early in 2009 Mike Collins will set up a blog to share ideas back and forth.
The matter of hosting the annual Fall Meeting was brought before the group. The following invitations with dates were approved:
2009 – October 21-24 – Florida
2010 – October 28-30 – Simpson Wood – Atlanta
2011 - October 19-23 – New York
2012 – October 24-27 – Mississippi
Ruth Wiertzema was confirmed as the SEJ representative to the GBGM Advance Committee for the next 4 years.
Ruth Wiertzema asked for time for a personal item. She made an appeal for Covenant Agreements to be made with the Missionary Pastors at Red Bird Conference. She had a brief discussion of the rationale for this request and had hand-outs for the group.
Following a brief break, John Nuessle began the study of the book Faithful Witnesses as he introduced the outline to be used and presented the initial overview of the theology of mission as in the book.
Following lunch, Una Jones of Global Ministries New York office brought an update on matters relating to Conference Secretaries. The name to be used is still an ongoing matter being discussed. Each jurisdiction is having dialogue about this and hopefully a concensus will be forthcoming. She also brought news from the GBGM Board meeting with new leadership named for the four focus areas. They are:
Church Growth – Jorge Dominques
Poverty – Rachel Simeon
Leadership – Edith Gleaves
Global Health – Sam Dixon
Una continued with discussion of the Women’s Division Study for 2009-2010 being Sudan. She then gave a brief Job Description of Conference Mission Secretaries – Primary Functions as follows:
1. Interpret to the local annual conference the programs, emphases, plans and policies of Global Ministries. Participate in CSGM Fellowship and attend CONNECT. Make plans to attend Quad Training Event in Jacksonville, FL. from January 29 – February 1, 2009. The manual is being renewed for presentation at that time.
2. Work closely with Advance Staff.
3. Know the role within the Annual Conference including structure, paid vs volunteer position, Priorities and Focus areas. Order and use Guidelines for Mission 2009-2012.
Una reminded the group of two upcoming events in 2010 – the Centennial Celebration in Edinborough, Scotland which will be the first week in June, and the Women’s Assembly in May of that year.
David Malloy of the Advance Office of Global Ministries spoke of the work of the Annual Conference in that area and also gave details of responsibilities of new staff members.
Rachel Barnett, also of the Advance Office talked about covenants with missionaries and new developments in that program. There are different types of covenants available for congregations as well as for individuals. A covenant may be $500 or more – and covenants may be established on line.
A session of questions and answers followed with Una Jones, David Malloy and Rachel Barnett taking these and providing answers. Other staff persons present were also involved.
Following this session Michael Collins dismissed the group for free time until the morning session on Friday , October 31st.
Paulette West opened the Friday session with a devotional as her theme was “Interact”. She used Micah 6:8 for reference and gave several personal illustrations and referenced books for use by the group. The closing question was “What does God require of me?”
John Nuessle and Denise Honeycutt had a dialogue concerning the training for Faithful Witness – involving teams of persons for a 2-3 day retreat. The ideal would be 20 persons per training session. The idea of an exploratory training is being discussed in Virginia.
Chris and Martha Stockwell- Goering explained the role and purpose of Missionary Interpreters in Residence – a position they have held for the past 2+ years and which ends in March, 2009. They feel this is a resource that is not understood and is under-utilized by the conferences in the jurisdiction.
Fred Price – GBGM staff affiliated with Mission Personnel- thanked the group for using the Advance and also for helping tell the story through missionary itineration. He gave statistics and introduced the group to the web-site in order that missionaries may know itineration assignments prior to coming to the US.
Lynda Byrd introduced David Webb of the Office of Development at Global Ministries. He talked of the history of this office and introduced the three major emphases –
1. Mission Advocacy
2. Gift Cultivation
3. Church Partnerships
David and Lynda had nice Advance Bags for all present.
Following a brief break, John Nuessle continued with Essay 12 from Faithful Witnesses with a delightful story about “chicken seeds”. This led into a time of personal sharing by many in the group. Following lunch we were free for the afternoon until supper.
Friday night session was led by John Nuessle, using chapter 14 of Faithful Witnesses. The topic was “functional connectionalism” and an impromptu drama was presented to emphasize this.
The gathering began on Saturday morning with discussion time and the need for better communication with missionary candidates was addressed . John Nuessle and others from GBGM agreed there had been some break-down in this arena and they would look into this. The conference closed then with devotional and communion service. During this dialogue we were reminded to “Pick up our tent pegs” and be prepared to go when and wherever needed.
Respectfully submitted
Nancy Eubanks
Secretary
MINUTES
October 29- November 1, 2008
St. Simon’s Island, Georgia
The Annual Meeting of Southeastern Jurisdiction Conference Mission Secretaries was held at St. Simon’s Island, Georgia from October 29 until November 1, 2008. Denise Walton, South Georgia Secretary was the host and welcomed the group gathered. Attending were: Guy Looney, Michael Collins, Denise Walton, Nancy Eubanks, Paulette West, Denise Honeycutt, Bill Haddock, Bill Daugherty, Lou Ann Staggs, Larry Rankin, Terry Raymond, Ruth Wiertzema, Chris and Martha Stockwell Goering, Lynda Byrd, David Webb, John Nuessle, Ginena Dulley Wills, Una Jones, Fred Price, Rachel Barnett, David Malloy, Icel Rodriquez, Melinda Trotti, and Brett Opalinsky.
The group was again welcomed – by the Chairperson Mike Collins. He introduced our theme as “Inspire, Inform and Interact”. Each one was then asked to briefly introduce themselves with a description of their role in their annual conference or as staff of General Board of Global Ministries.
The opening devotional was given by Denise Honeycutt using “Inspire” as the theme. The chosen scripture was Genesis 21: 1-7. She read briefly from the UMW Prayer Calendar and encouraged the use of these. Denise talked about the importance of laughter in our lives and shared personal stories of fun and laughter from Nigeria, Virginia and Columbia. Our time of reflection was closed with prayer.
Michael Collins introduced John Nuessle – our presenter for this seminar and his new book titled “Faithful Witnesses”. This book will be the source of our sessions with the focus being taught through tradition, reason, scripture and experience. John gave a brief introduction of the seminar and we closed the first session with singing “This Little Light of Mine.”
Thursday morning session was opened with devotional given by Bill Haddock. He used scripture from 1st John with the theme being “Inform” and reminded the group that Jesus Found us – Knew our name and Changed our name. We are to invite others to “come and see” what God has done and to ’’share that” was his closing statement.
The annual business meeting followed with Michael Collins presiding. Introductions were made, minutes of the previous meeting were approved (each member had a copy to read) and the treasurer’s report of $1099.42 was reported in the account.
Michael announced the need to elect new officers for the group and explained the duties of each. Elected were the following:
President – Michael Collins
Vice-president – Paulette West
Secretary-Treasurer – Nancy Eubanks
Denise Honeycutt initiated discussion about “For All The Right Reasons” – the theology of mission study which was developed by SEJ Conference Mission Secretaries several years ago. Denise asked about the possibility of John Nuessle including this with the seminar he is currently leading. John told the group he will be happy to house this and have it available with his study for use. Larry Rankin agreed to e-mail the “Mission Wheel”, which was developed by the Florida Conference, to all the SEJ secretaries.
The group responded with no old business when asked. Una Jones will update the list of names and data of the SEJ group.
Michael Collins asked for new business of the group and conversation began concerning the participation in CONNECT – the gathering in conjunction with UMVIM at Lake Junaluska in June each year. Paulette West explained the schedule and also the changes in SEJ staff as Nick Elliott retires as director. The 2009 schedule is now set for July 2-3 with the theme being “New Faces in Mission”. The UMVIM Board of Directors has decided to be the sole owner of Connect. After some dialogue , it was decided this group needs more discussion about our continued participation. Michael asked for individual recommendations so he can participate on the design team with representative ideas. It was agreed that early in 2009 Mike Collins will set up a blog to share ideas back and forth.
The matter of hosting the annual Fall Meeting was brought before the group. The following invitations with dates were approved:
2009 – October 21-24 – Florida
2010 – October 28-30 – Simpson Wood – Atlanta
2011 - October 19-23 – New York
2012 – October 24-27 – Mississippi
Ruth Wiertzema was confirmed as the SEJ representative to the GBGM Advance Committee for the next 4 years.
Ruth Wiertzema asked for time for a personal item. She made an appeal for Covenant Agreements to be made with the Missionary Pastors at Red Bird Conference. She had a brief discussion of the rationale for this request and had hand-outs for the group.
Following a brief break, John Nuessle began the study of the book Faithful Witnesses as he introduced the outline to be used and presented the initial overview of the theology of mission as in the book.
Following lunch, Una Jones of Global Ministries New York office brought an update on matters relating to Conference Secretaries. The name to be used is still an ongoing matter being discussed. Each jurisdiction is having dialogue about this and hopefully a concensus will be forthcoming. She also brought news from the GBGM Board meeting with new leadership named for the four focus areas. They are:
Church Growth – Jorge Dominques
Poverty – Rachel Simeon
Leadership – Edith Gleaves
Global Health – Sam Dixon
Una continued with discussion of the Women’s Division Study for 2009-2010 being Sudan. She then gave a brief Job Description of Conference Mission Secretaries – Primary Functions as follows:
1. Interpret to the local annual conference the programs, emphases, plans and policies of Global Ministries. Participate in CSGM Fellowship and attend CONNECT. Make plans to attend Quad Training Event in Jacksonville, FL. from January 29 – February 1, 2009. The manual is being renewed for presentation at that time.
2. Work closely with Advance Staff.
3. Know the role within the Annual Conference including structure, paid vs volunteer position, Priorities and Focus areas. Order and use Guidelines for Mission 2009-2012.
Una reminded the group of two upcoming events in 2010 – the Centennial Celebration in Edinborough, Scotland which will be the first week in June, and the Women’s Assembly in May of that year.
David Malloy of the Advance Office of Global Ministries spoke of the work of the Annual Conference in that area and also gave details of responsibilities of new staff members.
Rachel Barnett, also of the Advance Office talked about covenants with missionaries and new developments in that program. There are different types of covenants available for congregations as well as for individuals. A covenant may be $500 or more – and covenants may be established on line.
A session of questions and answers followed with Una Jones, David Malloy and Rachel Barnett taking these and providing answers. Other staff persons present were also involved.
Following this session Michael Collins dismissed the group for free time until the morning session on Friday , October 31st.
Paulette West opened the Friday session with a devotional as her theme was “Interact”. She used Micah 6:8 for reference and gave several personal illustrations and referenced books for use by the group. The closing question was “What does God require of me?”
John Nuessle and Denise Honeycutt had a dialogue concerning the training for Faithful Witness – involving teams of persons for a 2-3 day retreat. The ideal would be 20 persons per training session. The idea of an exploratory training is being discussed in Virginia.
Chris and Martha Stockwell- Goering explained the role and purpose of Missionary Interpreters in Residence – a position they have held for the past 2+ years and which ends in March, 2009. They feel this is a resource that is not understood and is under-utilized by the conferences in the jurisdiction.
Fred Price – GBGM staff affiliated with Mission Personnel- thanked the group for using the Advance and also for helping tell the story through missionary itineration. He gave statistics and introduced the group to the web-site in order that missionaries may know itineration assignments prior to coming to the US.
Lynda Byrd introduced David Webb of the Office of Development at Global Ministries. He talked of the history of this office and introduced the three major emphases –
1. Mission Advocacy
2. Gift Cultivation
3. Church Partnerships
David and Lynda had nice Advance Bags for all present.
Following a brief break, John Nuessle continued with Essay 12 from Faithful Witnesses with a delightful story about “chicken seeds”. This led into a time of personal sharing by many in the group. Following lunch we were free for the afternoon until supper.
Friday night session was led by John Nuessle, using chapter 14 of Faithful Witnesses. The topic was “functional connectionalism” and an impromptu drama was presented to emphasize this.
The gathering began on Saturday morning with discussion time and the need for better communication with missionary candidates was addressed . John Nuessle and others from GBGM agreed there had been some break-down in this arena and they would look into this. The conference closed then with devotional and communion service. During this dialogue we were reminded to “Pick up our tent pegs” and be prepared to go when and wherever needed.
Respectfully submitted
Nancy Eubanks
Secretary
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