09 May 2012 UB Youth Workers Summit

Attendees of the 2012 UB Youth Summit (click to enlarge).

At the 2012 UB Youth Workers Summit (click to enlarge)

Bobby Culler (right), Chairman, Youth Task Force; Youth Minister of Mount Pleasant Church, Chambersburg, Pa.

Youth Workers from across UBdom gathered just outside Daytona Beach, Fla., for the 2012 Youth Summit. Our theme this year was “FUSION – Establishing Meaningful Connections for Ministry Effectiveness.” Throughout the week we had the opportunity to strengthen the connection that we have with others in the trenches of youth ministry as well as the connection we have with our Lord.

Our keynote speaker was Dr. James Stump, professor of philosophy at Bethel College in Mishawaka, Ind. He walked us through a variety of spiritual disciplines, and challenged our thinking by looking at “10 Propositions.” We served together (in a variety of service projects); we worshipped together (during our sessions); we laughed together (in the midst our free time); and we learned together (during our roundtable discussions).

This week has always proved to be a much-needed, timely break from the normal pace of youth ministry. The timing of the Youth Summit–May–is important, because at this time of year, many youth workers are drained. We have guys walk into the Youth Summit who are ready to hang up their cleats; they’re done. But all they really need is a break. Youth workers are spent from the year of ministry and just need a break and a chance to refocus, and to know everybody else is in the same boat. The Youth Summit provides a time of refreshment and refueling as we endeavor to finish out another school year of ministry.

Over the years, the number of participants has increased. But beyond that, the event has stayed much the same. We provide some teaching on the personal or practical side, but more than anything, it’s just a chance to let your hair down, relax, and chat.

It is a privilege and an honor, and a huge responsibility and calling, that God has placed on our lives to minister to this generation of students. We want to do that with as much excellence as possible for the glory of God. And this event, the Youth Summit, encourages us and motivates us and helps us be more effective in our ministry.

Plan to be with us next year, April 29 – May 2, 2013, in Holly Hill, Florida.

08 May UB History Course – May 8

Bob Bruce teaching the United Brethren History course on May 8 at Emmanuel Community Church. (click to enlarge)

Twelve persons participated in a one-day course in United Brethren history on May 8. The course was held at Emmanuel Community Church in Fort Wayne, Ind., and taught by Bob Bruce, associate pastor of Spiritual Care at Emmanuel.

Several regional UB history courses have been held during the past year–in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, and New York City. Normally it has been a two-day course. This was an experimental one-day version.

The course is a requirement for ministerial licensing in the United Brethren church, but is open to anyone who wants to know more about our history.

03 May UB Women’s Conference – Now Registering

Join hundreds of other United Brethren women for the 2012 UB Women’s Conference. The conference will be held in Shipshewana, Ind. (near the Michigan border) at the beautiful Farmstead Inn.

Date: September 28-30, 2012 (Friday – Sunday)

Costs

The cost for the entire weekend–lodging and meals–starts at a mere $109. That’s if you have four persons in a room and register before May 31.

Speaker and Music

The keynote speaker is Chris Boelter, a Bible teacher who is full of life. For ten years, she was a Teaching Leader for Bible Study Fellowship. She will speak at four sessions, developing what it means to lead a life of “Undistracted Devotion” to Jesus Christ.

Also spending the weekend with us is Fresh Fire Praise, a dynamic worship team. We anticipate some wonderful times of worship and singing.

Enjoy Shipshewana

There is a so much to do in Shipshewana.

• Shopping shopping shopping.
• Great food.
• Buggy rides.
• Shows.

Please Promote the Conference Among Your Church’s Women

Please inform women in your church about this conference and encourage them to register. We’d love to see a whole van-load of women from your church!

We have an 8.5-by-11 inch poster you can use. Click on the thumbnail on the right to get the full-size PDF poster, which you can print out and post in a prominent place.

For complete details–schedule, speaker, things to do, costs, etc.–go to UBWomen.org.

16 Apr May 8: UB History Course in Fort Wayne, Ind.

A one-day United Brethren History Course will be held May 8 in Fort Wayne, Ind. The course is a requirement for ministerial licensing in the United Brethren church. However, people who just want to learn more about United Brethren history are free to take it.

Date: Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Emmanuel Community Church
Address: 12222 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Phone: 260-672-3377

The cost is:

• $200, if you are seeking a national conference ministerial license.
• $100 for everyone else.
• $19.90 for “Trials and Triumphs,” a history of the United Brethren church. You MUST have a copy of the book for the class. Order a copy from Healthy Ministry Resources by calling toll-free: 888-622-3019.

For more information and to register….

23 Feb Worship & Music Summit

This is a conference for UB ministers working in staff positions with music and worship. The organizers have a goal of 8-12 people.

Date: May 7-10, 2012 (Monday-Thursday)
Location: Daytona Beach, Fla.
Cost: $150 per person (several scholarships are available, if cost is an issue)

Meetings will be held at the Wyndham Ocean Walk hotel, located on Daytona Beach itself. (300 N. Atlantic, Daytona Beach FL, 32118)

The sessions will include “planned conversations,” where participants learn from each other. As opposed to having a particular speaker.

Further information will be posted on the UB website as available.

21 Feb Associate Staff Summit, May 21-24

The Millennium Hotel in Buffalo, NY, where attendees will be staying.

We are holding a four-day conference for ministry staff in United Brethren churches. This includes persons working in such staff roles as pastoral care, assimilation, adult education, visitation, counseling, missions, discipleship, children’s ministry, etc.

It is NOT for senior pastors. Also, youth ministers and worship/music ministers are holding their own summits separately.

Dates: May 21-24, 2012 (Monday-Thursday)
Registration time: 4 pm Monday, May 21
Location: Buffalo, New York
Cost: $250 per attendee
Spouses: Yes, spouses are invited.

Your congregation needs to make sure any associate staff can attend. So budget some funds and clear their schedules for that week.

Location
The meetings will be held at Eastern Hills Wesleyan Church in Buffalo, New York. Pat Jones (right), who is well-known to UBs through his years as a UB pastor and as Director of Healthy Church Ministries, has been senior pastor at Eastern Hills since October 2009. He’ll be the keynote speaker for three sessions.

Attendees need to bring their passport, because there will be an afternoon outing to Niagara Falls and an evening meal at the falls. (Associate staff from our Canadian churches will also take part in the conference.)

Registration
The registration deadline is April 23. We have a guaranteed block of rooms at the Millennium hotel until that date. After April 23, we can’t guarantee that you’ll get a room at the Millennium.

Various factors, as given below, affect the registration cost. All per-person costs increase $25 after April 22 (that means a $50 increase for couples).

Registration with Lodging
Attendees will stay three nights (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday) at the Millennium Hotel Buffalo (2040 Walden Avenue, Cheektowaga, NY 14225). The costs:

• $250 per attendee
• $300 for attendee and spouse
• $175 if you are willing to share a room with another attendee

Additional perks for staying at the Millenium:

• Complimentary onsite parking
• Complimentary shuttle to and from airport or Amtrak station
• Complimentary high speed wireless internet in guestrooms

You will be required to present a valid credit card upon check-in for incidentals during your stay. Otherwise, your overnight lodging fees and taxes will be cared for by Healthy Ministry Resources and your full event fee.

Registration without Lodging
If you provide your own lodging, the cost is:

• $100 per attendee
• $150 for attendee and spouse

Meals
Meals included in all packages are:

• Breakfast on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Millenium Hotel banquet room
• Dinner on Tuesday night at Niagara Falls. You must bring your passport to cross into Canada.
• Dinner on Wednesday at the Millenium Hotel banquet room

You will be on your own for lunch each day.

16 Jan JustONE Conference for Women Starts Jan 23

The JustONE Conference is a free virtual (online) conference for pastors’ wives and women in ministry.

It starts Monday, January 23, and continues for four weeks. Each week, the conference is held on Monday and Tuesday.

This conference will include over 20 speakers sharing from their personal lives and leadership. Each session will be shown 4 times during the week. So find a time that is right for your schedule, and join in!

Week 1: January 23-24
Week 2: January 30-31
Week 3: February 6-7
Week 4: February 13-14

Go to the Leading And Loving It website for more information and to register.

04 Jan Short Term Mission Training Events For 2012

Global Ministries is sponsoring two seminars for persons interested in leading or participating in a short-term cross-cultural ministry. It’s a very informative, interactive, and fun seminar.

March 2-3, 2012: Monroe, Ind.
Monroe UB Church
205 South Adams Street
Monroe, Indiana 46772

March 9-10, 2012: Grandville, Mich.
Homefront UB Church
6265 8th Avenue SW
Grandville, MI 49418

Cost: $50 per person

• This includes training materials, two lunches, and coffee breaks.
• Active pastors can come free IF they bring at least one other person from their congregation.
• In addition, active pastors will receive 1 CEU for their participation.
• For 5 or more persons attending from a church, the cost will be $45 per person.

21 Oct UB History Course: Nov 28-29 in Flint, Mich.

The United Brethren History Course is a requirement for ministerial licensing in the United Brethren denomination. However, people who just want to learn more about United Brethren history are free to take the course.

The course is held in regional settings. One will be held next week, October 27-28, in Chambersburg, Pa. Another will be held at the end of November in Flint, Mich.

Date: November 28-29, 2011
Location: Richfield Road UB church in Flint, Mich.
Address: 6259 Richfield Road, Flint, Mich. 48506
Phone: (810) 736-7890

05 Oct UB History Course: Nov. 28-29 in Flint, Mich.

The United Brethren History course is coming to Flint, Mich. The two-day course will be held October November 28-29, 2011, at the Richfield Road UB church in Flint, Mich. That’s a Monday and Tuesday.

This course is a requirement for becoming a licensed United Brethren minister. However, people who just want to learn more about United Brethren history are free to take the course.

Basic Information

• The cost is $200 for persons who need licensing, $100 for everybody else.
• You will need to read the UB history book “Trials and Triumphs” beforehand. It is available through the Healthy Ministry Resources bookstore for $14.95 (plus shipping). Order a copy by calling toll-free: 888.622.3019
• Register using the online form at: ub.org/ministers/ubhistory

November 28-29, 2011 (Monday and Tuesday)

Location: Richfield Road UB church (Flint, Mich.)
Time: 9 am Monday — 4 pm Tuesday
Teacher: Robert Bruce (right), associate pastor of Emmanuel Community Church (Fort Wayne, Ind.)

For more information and to register, go to the UB website.