MCC offers many programs for all church leaders. Below is our 2012 program offering, please check back often for updates and additions.

Contents

• International AIDS Conference

• L.E.A.D. Retreat

• Young Adult Retreat

• Creating A Life That Matters

• Church Size Summits

• Stewardship Summits

• Worship Summits

• Programming Summits

• Clergy Renewal Retreat

• REVM = Readiness For Vocational Ministry

LAY LEADERS

International AIDS Conference

July 22 – 27, 2012
Walter E. Washington Convention Center –  Washington, DC, USA

The return of the International AIDS Conference to the United States in July 2012 represents a significant victory for public health and human rights.

The biennial International AIDS Conference is the premier gathering for those working in the field of HIV, as well as policymakers, people living with HIV and others committed to ending the epidemic. It will be a tremendous opportunity for researchers from around the world to share the latest scientific advances in the field, learn from one another’s expertise, and develop strategies for advancing all facets of our collective efforts to treat and prevent HIV.

For more information, go to: http://www.aids2012.org/

 L.E.A.D. (Laity Empowered for Active Discipleship)

The third United States L.E.A.D. (Laity Empowered for Active Discipleship) retreat will follow the Worship Summit, on October 21-24, 2012, at The Heartland Presbyterian Center, close to the Kansas City airport. The L.E.A.D. Certificate Program provides MCC laity with an opportunity for spiritual growth and the development of leadership skills. To participate in the upcoming L.E.A.D. Retreat, individuals should complete the program application in the L.E.A.D. manual found HERE.  The deadline for applications to the program is August 1, 2012.

For more information about the program and the retreat registration fee, see http://ofld.mccchurch.org/programs-what-we-do/l-e-a-d-program-plan/

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT LEADERS

Young Adult Retreat
July 17 – 21, 2012
Dallas, TX

Led by young adults, this Young Adult Retreat will be an experience of meeting and connecting with your peers, having spirited discussions, and working on strategies for empowering our young adults in their home churches and in MCC’s around the world. The retreat will take place July 17- 21, 2012. This retreat is intended for only those 18-35 years in age.

http://mccchurch.org/connectnow/events/2012-young-adult-retreat/

CHURCH RENEWAL

Creating A Life That Matters
September 17 – 20, 2012
Venice, FL

Creating a Life that Matters is a three-course curriculum which explores ways to rediscover relationship with the Sacred, with my Self, and with my Passion. These three courses correspond to the spiritual experiences of being changed, gifted and called. Graduates of Creating a Life that Matters will have been challenged to broaden their understanding of all that is Sacred; integrate their self-awareness into being authentic, aware leaders; and live their passion intentionally through the life and work of the church.

Creating a Life that Matters integrates art, scripture, music, film, journaling, and diverse spiritual resources to augment our exploration of the Christian Path.

http://mccchurch.org/resources/creating-a-life-that-matters/

Church Size Summits
August 24 – 25, 2012
Sunshine Cathedral MCC, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

In 2011, 37 churches attended one of the 3 Church Size Summits that were offered in the U.S. The body of work that is called Church Size Theory has truly transformed the churches who have participated so we want to give all churches who have not attended an opportunity to do so in 2012. The Summits, led by your Elders, will provide every church with a thorough assessment, feedback, and great education about church size theory. The experience will be enhanced if the Pastor, Board, Staff and other leaders are in attendance.

To learn more about the Size Summits, go to www.ufmcc.com/connectnow/events/church-summits.

Stewardship Summits
June 8 – 9, 2012
All God’s Children MCC – Minneapolis, MN
Sept. 21 – 22, 2012
King of Peace MCC – St. Petersburg, FL

As a result of doing 134 church assessments for the Church Size Summits in 2010 and 2011, it is clear that churches are struggling with issues that surround Stewardship so we are eager to work with churches to improve all aspects of Stewardship in the local church. Though we offered some recommendations to churches at the Size Summits we are very aware that we need to delve into this area more deeply. We suggest that the pastor, Stewardship Teams and those interested in serving in that capacity, and Board members who oversee Stewardship attend this summit.

To learn more about the Stewardship Summits, go to www.ufmcc.com/connectnow/events/church-summits.

Worship Summits
Oct., 19 – 20, 2012
Spirit of Hope MCC – Kansas City, KS

From our founding, MCC has placed worship at the center of our relationship with God and our identity as a Christian community.

This summit will explore characteristics of dynamic worship, what is “blended worship”, when, why, and how of multiple worship services, building effective worship planning and support teams, the role of music in worship, creative use of worship space, where to find creative worship resources, the liturgical year, and more!

We encourage all individuals and teams involved in planning, implementing, and supporting worship in your church to attend.

To learn more about the Worship Summits, go to www.ufmcc.com/connectnow/events/church-summits.

Programming Summits
Nov 9 – 10, 2012
MCC Austin at Freedom Oaks – Austin, TX

As a result of the Church Size Summits we have done over the last two years, we realize that a component missing from the life of many of our churches is PROGRAMMING.

This experience will be interactive, fun and full of new learning! We suggest that the pastor, staff and/or volunteers who are or might like to be involved in Christian Education for all ages, Outreach Efforts, Ministry Teams and Small Groups attend this summit.

To learn more about the Programming Summits, go to www.ufmcc.com/connectnow/events/church-summits.

CLERGY LEADERS

Clergy Renewal Retreat
Tentative Date: August 27 – 30, 2012 Venue TBD

According to the latest research, pastors are struggling with growing amounts of stress and burning out more and more quickly. The Clergy Renewal Retreat is designed to encourage pastors to set time aside for renewal and rest. This retreat will be led by Rev. Dr. Mona West and Diana Butler Bass, author of Christianity for the Rest of Us.

For more information, contact Rev. Mona West at RevMonaWest@MCCchurch.net.

REVM = Readiness For Vocational Ministry

REVM – US – August 9 – 12, 2012 Pacific School of Religion – Berkeley, CA

REVM – UK – Tentative Date: March, 2012 Venue TBD

REVM – Australia – Tentative Date: June 7 – 11, 2012 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

REVM – Africa Tentative Date: November 2012 Venue TBD

The REVM Program is the entry point for all those who are considering ordained ministry in MCC. The faculty will guide you through a time of discernment and the creation of your MAP (Ministry Action Plan) which will guide and direct your preparation for vocational ministry.

For more information on the US retreat, contact Rev. Kharma Amos at RevKharmaAmos@MCCchurch.net.

For more information on the UK retreat, contact Rev. Pressley Sutherland at pressleylondon@aol.com.

For more information on the Australia retreat, contact Rev. John Fowler at johnfowler28@gmail.com.

For more information on the Africa retreat, contact Rev. Mona West at RevMonaWest@MCCchurch.net.