Ben Lesser – Holocaust Survivor
Come join us at Red Mountain UMC, 2936 N. Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215 on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 5:00 PM to hear from Ben Lesser, one of the world’s remaining Holocaust survivors.
Fall Retreats at Mingus Mountain Camp & Retreat Center
Register now for fall retreats at Mingus Mountain!
Special Session | September 14, 2019
Registration for the Special Session of the Annual Conference at Gold Canyon UMC, 6640 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon, is open.
Lay Servant Ministries
The Lay Servant Ministries program offers classes to help you be a better leader for your congregation. Register today for one of the remaining 2019 classes in the East or West District.
Justa Center – The Return to Home
Justa Center has always been a ministry of love for Desert Southwest Conference of the United Methodist Church. You were the first to see the crisis of homelessness among seniors and the first to respond. Together, we have helped over 6,000 seniors in their journey back to home.
UMOM Walk the Walk
Join the UMOM New Day Center for their 11th Annual Walk the Walk to End Homelessness on Saturday, September 21 at the Phoenix Zoo from 6-9 AM. This family friendly event
The Fundamentals of Leading Change
A two-day leadership development workshop, powered by Kotter. Early registration ends August 14.
DSC HOTLINE – www.FraudHL.com
Stewardship comes in many forms. Stewardship can be how we care for our church facilities; it can involve giving campaigns and practices. Stewardship can also include making sure our churches and church events are safe places for all people.
Training provided by United Methodist Communications – August 10
Come join United Methodist Communications as they help church leaders begin a journey to build and implement a strategic marketing plan for their church. We will explore the planning process, branding ideas, social media, and more.
Welcome Clergy to the East District
Please welcome the new clergy in the East District.
Sad Facts about Aging Out of Foster Care
Arizona has over 800 youth aging out of foster care alone each year. They face sad statistics.
An Insignificant Life
This has been a challenging few months. The pain and uncertainty in our church is more than words can adequately describe. How do you truly walk into a new future when one foot is tied to something in the past?
50 Ways to Welcome a New Pastor
Congregations can help a new pastor get off to a strong start with these 50 Ways to acclimate a new pastor and make that new pastor feel truly welcome. The article from ResourceUMC also offers ways to say goodbye to your current pastor in a healthy way.
Annual Conference Information and Deadlines
What you need to know about the 2019 Desert Southwest Annual Conference.
Communications Training for local church August 10
Come join United Methodist Communications as we help church leaders begin a journey to build and implement a strategic marketing plan for their church. We will explore the planning process, branding ideas, social media, and more.
Young People’s Address at General Conference 2020
The United Methodist Young People’s Address is an opportunity be a witness about the church’s impact in one’s own life and in the lives of others. It is also a chance to cast a vision for future work together as Christ’s hands and feet in the world.
It’s Not About the Resurrection – It’s All About New Life
Easter Sunday is a day of celebration that life is different because of Jesus Christ. But may I tell you a secret?
Video: An Easter Prayer for United Methodists
Christians today take time for self-examination and reflection during Lent. “Going dark” for a few weeks prepares us to fully experience those first rays of resurrection light on Easter.
Learn to Manage Church Finances with this Simple Guide
Pastors and lay leaders now have a clear, easy-to-use guidebook for church finances with “Church Finances for Missional Leaders: Best Practices for Faithful Stewardship,” by Bonnie Ives Marden.
Register for Summer Camps
The Desert Southwest Camp and Retreat Ministries offers a variety of summer camps for elementary age children through just graduated seniors.
