Central Texas Conference
August 3-8, 2010
2010 School of Christian Mission Event
FAITH • HOPE • LOVE IN ACTION
As people of FAITH, we trust in the promise of Christ to bring light into darkness and new life to brokenness and death.
As people of HOPE, we celebrate and share the good news of Jesus Christ. Together in the world we are partners in God’s mission of healing and wholeness so that all might have abundant life.
As people of God, we LOVE because God first loved us. It is out of that love that we welcome all into community, unite what is divided, mend what is broken, call for peace where there is war, make just what is unjust, and offer hope where there is despair.
FAITH • HOPE • LOVE IN ACTION: All God’s people in mission together in the world!
SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN MISSION EVENT
WHAT IS THE SCHOOL?
Our conference offers two schools this year. They will be held at First United Methodist Church of Hurst and at Glen Lake Camp and Retreat Center in Glen Rose, Texas. Each year, there is a Spiritual Growth, a Geographic and a General Issue course offered; helping to understand God's work in the world, how United Methodists are involved, what challenges individuals face in their personal lives and local congregations. This event is sponsored by the cooperative efforts of our conference Outreach Council and the United Methodist Women.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Cooperative School of Christian Mission is for everyone! Not just for Women! Local church leaders, United Methodist Women, United Methodist Men, District Mission Secretaries, Lay Speakers, adults, young adults, Clergy, youth, and children. It is for anyone who has a passion, a love or a heart for mission. Make it a family retreat!
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
ØIt is a great opportunity for Youth to have fun learning about current global issues, culture and mission opportunities around the world.
ØProvides opportunities for Adults to learn and grow spiritually and explore mission and culture. Makes mission become real for all who attend.
ØChildren will have opportunities to work and share in fun time’s together learning and exploring mission.
Ø Clergy will learn how to integrate mission into the church program year.
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS
Forms will be available. Participants can earn .7 CEU for each study (7 hrs/10 hrs)
LAY SPEAKER CERTIFICATION
10 hours training toward advanced certification is offered. The basic course is a prerequisite.
Studies
Ø Spiritual Growth Study:
For the Love of God:
John’s Letters
(Everyone will take this study)
The 2010 Spiritual Growth Study focuses on modern-day relevance of the Epistles as God's Word, emphasizing love for all humanity; revealing who among us are false teachers. Fellowship with God cannot be separated from fellowship with one another.
Our Leaders are
Rev. Beverly Gilliam, Rev. Dr. Harold Onwiler, Rev. Rick Hawkins, Rev. Rhonda Troll, Rev. Dr. Lisa Neslony, and Rev. Melinda Veatch.
Ø Geographic Study:
The Beauty and Courage of Sudan:
Why a Dream of Peace is Possible
This study explores an overview of history that began in Bible times; the country's main ethnicities, religions and languages; touch points and possible causes of wars; the way Sudanese women are contributing to the peace process and to the culture as a whole; a critique of the severe impact of colonialism and current challenges; and some ways in which people of faith can embrace and affirm the Sudanese people.
Our Leaders are Wanda Holcombe,
Nancy Maples, Amy Spaur (Spanish at FUMC Hurst)
Ø Issue Study:
Joy to the World
Mission in the Age of Global Christianity explores the flow of mission, evangelism and theology in the context of 21st-century Christianity as a worldwide religion, offering hospitality, healing, and reconciliation.
Our Leaders are Rev. Steven Campbell, Edna Davis, Rev. Maureen Mathias and Rev. Brenda Wier.
Ø Children’s Study
Hugging the World:
Faith, Hope, Love in Action
Leader - Connie Haynie-Smith
Ø Youth Study
Hugging the World:
Faith, Hope, Love in Action
Leaders
Rev. Mike Wright-Chapman Rev. Kyle Roberson
Water Park Available at both schools.
Fishing Opportunity for Children and Youth at Glen Lake Camp
School Locations and Information
Registration begins at 8:00 am
Weekday School
August 3-5, 2010
Registration starts at 8:00 a.m.
First United Methodist Church of Hurst
521 W. Pipeline Road,
Hurst, Texas 76053
(817) 282-7384
Children and Youth are FREE at FUMC Hurst Only
Childcare available by reservation
Birth – Pre-Kindergarten
Weekend School
August 6-8, 2010
Registration Starts at 3:30 p.m.
Glen Lake Camp and Retreat Center
Glen Rose, Texas
(254)-897-2247
Adult Fee is applicable, if Youth participate in Adult Classes. There is no charge for children under 2 years of age, but they must register.
Deadline for Registration – July 20, 2010
Cancellation Fee of $10 will apply.
Make Checks payable to CTC-CSCM and mail with Registration Form to:
Vanessa Nunn - CSCM Registrar
1701 Yolanda Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76112-3970
Phone: (817) 429-3256
Registration
School of Christian Mission Event
Weekday August 3-5, FUMC Hurst
I will attend Weekday School £
Enclosed Amount $________
Weekend August 6-8, Glen Lake Camp
I will attend Weekend School £
Enclosed Amount $________
Please complete a separate form for each person attending each school.
Name ______________________________
Address_____________________________
City ____________ State _______
Zip_____________
Phones: Home_______________________
Cell_______________________________
Emergency Contact___________________
Phone No___________________________
Email _____________________________
Local Church________________________
Female ____ Male ____ Adult______
Youth (age) ______ Child (age)_______
Your Roommates: ____________________
___________________________________
District: ____________________________
Dietary & Special Needs:
£ Refrigeration/Ice Chest for Medications
__________________________________
Check all that apply:
£First Time Attendee
£Clergy
£District Officer
£Conference Officer
£Jurisdictional Officer
£Cert. Lay Speaker
£Request CEU’s
£Willing to sleep on top bunk, If needed
Study Leader Selection
Please place a (1) for your First choice & a (2) for your Second choice on the Study Leader selection lines below for each study:
Everyone attends “For the Love of God”
Pick either “Joy to the World” or
“The Beauty & Courage of Sudan.”
Study Leaders – For the Love of God
Rev. Beverly Gilliam ____
Rev. Rick Hawkins ____
Rev. Dr. Lisa Neslony ____
Rev. Dr. Harold Onwiler ____
Rev. Rhonda Troll ____
Rev. Melinda Veatch ____
Study Leaders – Joy to the World
Rev. Steven Campbell ____
Edna Davis ____
Rev. Maureen Mathias_____
Rev. Brenda Wier____
Study Leaders –
The Beauty & Courage of Sudan
Wanda Holcombe ____
Nancy Maples ____
Amy Spaur (Spanish at FUMC Hurst) ____
Children’s Study Leader
Connie Haynie Smith ____
Youth Study Leaders
Mike Wright-Chapman & Kyle Roberson
School of Christian Mission Event
Weekday School Rates
Full Time Adults $60
(Includes 3 lunches and snacks)
Children and Youth Free Bring a lunch, snacks water-park funds
School of Christian Mission Event
Weekend School Rates
Full Time Adult – Glen Lake Lodging $125
Full Time Adult – Stillwater Lodging $190
(Based on double & triple occupancy)
Children Birth – under 2 Free
Full Time Children ages 2-11 $75
Full Time Youth ages 12-18 $75
All Age Travelers (2 and up - 3 Meals) $60
STUDY RESOURCES
Energizing and Equipping Local Churches
in Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
