Event Calendar

After my 19 year marriage ended I was stunned to realize that my friends changed. My married friends wanted to be there but our different worlds became apparent quickly. I found myself navigating a new path, one that required me to meet new friends. It can feel scary to walk into a room of folks when I don’t know anyone. If I want friendship I need to extend the hand of friendship. So, I’m extending the hand of friendship to you.  ~ Shebbie Shields, Director, Single Adult Ministry, Brentwood UMC, Brentwood, TN

Location: Lake Junaluska, NC
Sponsored by: Brentwood UMC Singles
For more information: contact Alex Saber or call 615.324.7256

FUMMWA - Florida Chapter

For youth and adults. Clinicians include: Andrew Minear (youth), Jeff Faux (adult), Rick Holdsworth (handbell)

Location: Life Enrichment Center, Leesburg, Florida (Fruitland Park)
Sponsored by: Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts, Florida Chapter
For more information: contact Don Shorb 

Advanced Track for Experienced and Already Certified Church Musicians

Location: Perkins School of Theology at SMU, Dallas TX 
Sponsored by: Perkins School of Theology 
For more information: contact Event Office at 214.768.2124

Don't miss the Shift Conference for the most powerful marriage and family ministry training found anywhere. Offers plenary presentations, workshops, and training. 

Location: Dallas, TX 
Sponsored by: Association of Marriage and Family Ministries 
For more information: contact AMFM or call 480.718.3020 

Congregations are positively influencing the health of clergy and laity. Learn strategies to overcome obstacles through the results of the new 2013 Clergy Health Survey. Presenters are staff from the Center for Health.

Start time: 6:30 pm, CDT
Duration: 1 hr
For more information: contact Betsey Heavner or call 615.340.7295

Since 2011, every 8 seconds a Boomer turns 65 years of age, roughly 10,000 per day. As Boomers age, they have the opportunity to become more spiritual in their thinking and behavior. Participants in this webinar will take a closer look at the Boomer Generation, examining many of the challenges facing aging Boomers and identify ways congregations can be engaged in intentional ministry with this large generation. 

Start time: 6:30 pm, CDT
Duration: 1 hr
For more information: contact: Carol Krau or call 615.340.7171

A multi-generational event of arts, praise, and renewal in the beautiful Smoky Mountains, especially designed for those who want to sing, ring, dance, or act all week, as well as for those who lead these ministries in local congregations. 

Location: Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center; Lake Junaluska, NC 
Sponsored by: The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts (FUMMWA) 
For more information: contact The Fellowship or call 800.952.8977 

FUMMWA - North Alabama Chapter

Leaders: Diana Mayhall (Youth), Ken Berg (Children)

Location: Camp Sumatanga; Gallant, AL
Sponsored by: FUMMWA, North Alabama Chapter
For more information: contact Ruth Miller 

In addition to training by nationally-known experts in the field of marriage education and enrichment, this conference offers opportunities for couples of all ages and stages of relationship to enrich, energize, and enliven their marriages. 

Location: Raleigh, NC 
Sponsored by: Better Marriages 
For more information: call 800.634.8325 

SOULfeast is The Upper Room’s spiritual retreat for children, youth, and adults. Beloved Upper Room Books author Trevor Hudson will guide us to think about the Holy Spirit’s presence in our daily lives and explore how the Spirit brings us alive here and now to God, community, transformation, and missions. 

Location: Lake Junaluska, NC
For more information: contact Elizabeth Redman or call 615.340.7250 

The Hymn Society is for those who

• believe that congregational song is an integral component of worship
• believe that the writing and singing of new texts and tunes needs to be promoted
• value learning about the origins of the words and music they sing

Location: Richmond VA
Sponsored by: Hymn Society
For more information: contact Deborah Loftis 

FUMMWA - North Carolina Chapter

Join in worship, fellowship, special interest seminars, and reading sessions led by nationally acclaimed composers.  Shop in the Pine Lake music store, visit the coffee shop, browse in the new library, play some golf or just hang with special friends.

Location: Campbell University, Buies Creek NC
Sponsored by: Campbell University, FUMMWA of North Carolina, et al.
For more information: contact Kathie Wilkinson or call 1-800-760-9827 ext. 1830

Bridge your heart and your art to the world through informing workshops, uplifting worship, and inspiring speakers. This event focuses on large group experiences (worship services, concerts and plenary sessions) to renew and inspire more effective and inspired worship for our communities of faith.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Sponsored by: The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts (FUMMWA)
For more information: contact Eleanor Cobb or call 800.952.8977

The University Church Network is a peer-based network of congregations that are on or adjacent to universities or colleges. While not officially part of the university, the school often plays a central role in congregational identity, presenting unique opportunities and challenges. The annual peer-learning event for pastors and staff is an opportunity for networking around issues of mutual interest. 

Location: University Park United Methodist Church, Denver, CO 
Sponsored by: University Church Network 
For more information: contact Betsey Heavner or Deb Smith or call 877.899.2780 | Betsey x7295, Deb x7135

This event is open to teachers, leaders, pastors, children’s advocates, preschool teachers and directors, annual conference staff, and anyone who is committed to the faith formation of children. 

Location: Buncombe Street UMC, Greenville SC 
For more information: contact Melanie Gordon