2016 MISSION u
OF THE NORTH
First United Methodist Church, Gaylord, MI
Monday & Tuesday, October 17-18, 2016
Detroit Conference & West Michigan Conference Mission u & The Conference Board of
Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church CORDIALLY invite men & women to:
2016 Mission u Studies - A study, fellowship and worship experience
“Learning Together for the Transformation of the World”
The Bible and Human Sexuality: Claiming God’s Good Gift
by Ellen A. Brubaker (Spiritual Growth Study)
This study explores the Bible and human sexuality as two essential components of our Christian faith. The Bible is part of the foundation of our faith. Human sexuality is part of who we are as human beings, created by God and called good. This study invites us to explore the complexity of the biblical text and our varied understandings of it in light of human sexuality. Study Leader: Rev. Ellen A. Brubaker
Latin America: People and Faith by Sonia Maria Barbosa Dias (Geographic Study)
This study is an overview of the richness of Latin America and its people for readers on the North American continent. This study explores history, the influence of different religions and faith traditions, current challenges, art, culture and the ongoing contributions of women. Study Leader:Sonya Luna
Climate Justice: A Call to Hope and Action edited by Pat Watkins (Issue Study)
We live on a small blue planet in the midst of a mind-bogglingly huge universe. It is a fragile planet, and it’s the only one we have to call home. Our responsibility is to learn how to live in right relationship with God, each other, and with the earth itself. Study Leader: Nichea VerVeer Guy
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MISSION u of the NORTH – First UMC, Gaylord, MI
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Choices for study: (Everyone attends the Spiritual Growth study.)
Mark your 1st & 2nd choice: ______“Latin America” or ______”Climate Justice”
(Note: Classes are limited to 25 persons. Class assignment based on receipt of registration)
Check if appropriate: _____Diabetic _____Vegetarian _____1st time attendee
There’s No Mission u Without u!
“u” is YOU & Your Friends!
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Celebrating 37 Years of Mission Learning!
EVERYTHING you ever wanted to know about Mission u of the North without even asking!
(Attendance at Mission u is by pre-registration.)
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, Gaylord, MI – (PO Box 617)
215 S. Center St., Gaylord, MI, 49735 (989-732-5380) – The church is handicap accessible.
TIME: Registration at 9:00 am on Monday, October 17, 2016, gathering at 9:30 in sanctuary
Conclusion at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, October 18, 2016
COST: The registration cost of Mission u is $65.00 (which includes 3 meals)
(Lodging and breakfast are extra and your responsibility.)
LODGING: Available in area motels. A list/map will be included with your registration confirmation.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 10, 2016
(There are no refunds after that date, but substitutions will be accepted.)
Make checks payable to: Mission u of the North
SEND THE REGISTRATION FORM ON THE OTHER SIDE TO:
Tiffany Crawford, 800 E. Hull Rd., Hope, MI 48628 (989-429-9418)
Email:
SCHOLARSHIPS: Limited scholarships of $35.00 each are available for first time attendees. Contact the registrar for details. Please also see if your local unit will help defray costs.
DEPENDENT CARE: For the third year, dependent care reimbursement is being offered @ $20.00/day – contact the registrar for details. (Includes children & dependent adults.)
RESOURCE TABLE: UMW Reading Program & Mission u study books will be for sale during Mission u. However, it is recommended that study books be purchased (and read!) prior to Mission u, either from District Annual UMW Celebrations or from the Service Center: 1-800-305-9857 or Study books are listed on the other side of this flyer.
SPECIAL OFFERING: Divided between Human Trafficking & Climate Justice
(Bring your checkbooks! Make checks payable to Mission u of the North.)
WORKSHOPS: additional learning opportunities will also be available.
NEW – INGATHERING – Paper products for Riverhouse, a domestic abuse shelter in Grayling.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
To serve United Methodist – MEN and WOMEN – in the Michigan area;
To challenge, involve and commit us ALL in the area of global responsibility.