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Central Bay District News October 2021

Let's Be Mindful of the Journey

Advice for the Christian journey. “If we only focus on the end, we and many others will miss wonders and scenes and outlooks that God would love for us to experience,” says the Rev. John Kasper.
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Simple Practices Encourage Generosity

Resources from the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan help nurture a culture of generosity.
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Charge Conferences 2021
It’s here. It’s here…can you smell the freshly sharpened pencils and the hear the rustle of the paperwork? Charge Conference is BACK! Hopefully, better than ever.

There is so much info to share, don’t be afraid to read over this article more than once.
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Volunteers in Mission Training

November 20, 2021
Flushing UMC 

Planning on a domestic or international mission  for 2022?  in the future? 

Training for team leaders and participants will be held on November 20: 9:30- 4:00
 Flushing UMC , 413 E Main St , Flushing MI
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Fun Ride & Fall Social for Everyone!

Saturday, October 9
11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Tridge

Rev. John Kasper and Debbie will have a care tent on the lawn with doughnuts and cider from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Those who would like to ride can join with others or ride solo on the Pere Marquette rail trail which is an even straight paved path for all ages and fitness levels, or just come out to mingle, grab a doughnut, and enjoy the day!
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Mark Your Calendars for Fun

4th Annual Falloween Party
Tue., Oct. 26, 2021
11am -1pm
Mt Pleasant: First UMC
400 S. Main St.
Mt. Pleasant, MI
Costume Party - Lunch (FREE) provided by The Cruisin' Chef Food Truck

Save These Dates, Too!
Retiree Luncheon 12/1-Grand Traverse Pie Co
Holiday Open House 12/3-DS Parsonage
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Reminder: 2021 Ministry Shares are Due Soon

Final payment is due November 15, 2021.
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Lay Equalization Members to Annual Conference
Each congregation elects at least one lay member of annual conference. Equal numbers of clergy and laity are members of annual conference, so each congregation elects a number of lay members equal to the number of clergy for that congregation.
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Youth Ministry News

Lay Leader Training at Your Fingertips!
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REACH Summit 2021/Vibrancy Programming

One Week One Street Benefit Concert
Needs from New Heart:
Soundboard and Used Bibles wanted!
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Smile!  Jesus loves you.
 
Where do bad rainbows go?

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