April 2 District Leadership Webinars
In this webinar, Cat Holbert, DSC Director of Camping & Retreat Ministries will talk to us about the theories of group dynamics and how to form strong connections in the building of diverse relationships.
Spring: Time to Play!
By Patricia Pegram, Camp & Retreat Ministries With Winter Camps wrapped up and the first day of Spring ahead, we have so much to do to get ready for spring retreats and summer camps at both of our DSC Camps! We want to ensure every camper who wants to come...
The Missing Piece
You who read the Guidepost magazine, may recognize “Mysterious Ways.” A small article that appears in each of the issues. They normally are written by someone who would like a sign from a loved one; a sign that help is on the way or just something to remind them they are loved by God. A missing puzzle piece was not something that should have been a mysterious way.
Cozy Mountain Lodge Women’s Retreat
Cozy Mountain Lodge is a team led, discussion based woman’s retreat. Taking the central theme of “seeing God in nature and each other,” the team led concept lends itself well to more interactive sessions. Crafts, hikes, hammocks, and good food round out a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend.
How We Lead Matters – Leadership Talk
This month’s event “How We Lead Matters” is based on the book with the same title from Marilyn Carlson Nelson features Rev. Dottie Escobedo Frank, senior pastor Paradise Valley UMC, on Monday, March 14 at 7:00 PM.
Wespath Offers Mental Health First Aid Training in March
According to statistics, one in every five Americans experience mental illness each year. The signs of someone struggling with mental health are often subtle, leaving conditions undetected, and therefore undiagnosed and untreated. It's important to not only...
Wespath Webinars for Upcoming Retirees
The Benefits Education team at Wespath is offering webinars for clergy and lay employees in Wespath plans retiring in 2022 or in the near future. These webinars are offered free of charge. Below is a list of dates and times. Those interested can register here: ...
For the Love of Camp
By Patricia Pegram, Camp & Retreat Ministries February is here and that means Winter Camps, Summer Staff recruitment, and spring just around the corner! We have quite a lot to offer from both of our DSC Camps, so be sure to take a look at each camp website for...
Words! Words! Words!
Those sounds, formed by linking letters together, can create many different emotions. Some words can be hurtful – some loving – some disparaging – some calming – some painful – some healing – some that we wish we had not spoken – some we wish we had shared with someone who is no longer in our lives.
District Spring Webinar Series
We are a Connectional Church. Our United Methodist tradition is rooted in relationships between people, local churches, conferences, jurisdictions, General Conference, and other United Methodist organizations. Join us for our Spring Webinar Series.
Lay Servant Ministries – New Classes in the West District for 2022
There are a number of in person Lay Servant Ministry classes being offered in the West District during the next few months. Take a look at the courses and consider signing up for one near you. All classes are $15 per participant. (all times are Arizona time)
Leadership In the Church: Spirituality, Work Ethic, and a Love of People
This month’s event features “Leadership In the Church: Spirituality, Work Ethic and a Love of People” on Monday, February 14 at 7:00 PM with Rev. Garry Kennedy, senior pastor Willowbrook UMC.
District Leadership Webinars in 2022
We are a Connectional Church. Our United Methodist tradition is rooted in relationships between people, local churches, conferences, jurisdictions, General Conference, and other United Methodist organizations. In this webinar, we’ll watch and discuss a recorded video from Bishop Grant Hagiya.
Do you feel good?
No, really, do you feel good during the holiday seasons? When we think about holiday seasons, a “to do list” seems to magically appear out of nowhere. Here’s the levels of anxiousness.
Looking at opportunities within the Lay Servant Ministry program
Lay ministry is the work of mission or ministry to which each believer is called..
Happy Holidays
The District Offices will be closed Monday, December 20 through Monday, January 3, reopening on Tuesday, January 4 for the Christmas holiday. We will return to the office Tuesday, January 4, 2022. "And that, of course, is the message of Christmas. We are never alone....
The Gathering 2022
THE GATHERING2/22/2022 – 2/24/2022At The Redemptorist Renewal Center, 7101 W. Picture Rocks Road, Tucson, AZ 85743, www.desertrenewal.org The Gathering is the yearly meeting of the retired and active clergy and appointed pastors of the Desert Southwest Conference....
BOTH/AND to be continued…. with Jason Moore
By Dave McPherson, Director of New & Vital Faith Communities “The front door to the church” is the place people go to check out the congregation. It used to be the actual front door. Then it became the church’s website. Now it’s the church’s online service....
Advent is Here: Prepare the Way!
By Patricia Pegram, Camp & Retreat Ministries Upcoming Camp Events DSC Potosi Pines Camp: DSC Mingus Mountain Camp: Counselor Interns at Mingus Mountain are seasonal, paid positions for Summer 2022. Applications open December 1! Pay ranges from $365 to $450...
GODISNOWHERE!
James 4:8a tells us to draw near to God and he will draw near to us. We move from God, he does not move from us. As we draw near and stay close, God’s love draws nearer to us.