Welcoming Ministry Training Events
Every United Methodist congregation needs to create a Welcoming Ministry that undergirds the church's mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. A Welcoming Ministry supports all the ministry efforts of the local congregation; prepares each member to receive visitors, guests and newcomers; and equps the church to move beyond the walls of its buildings to connect in meaningful ways within its community. Through live training events, workshops and online learning courses, members and congregations can develop a Welcoming Ministry that offers radical hospitality 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Welcoming is a lifestyle, and learning how to welcome everyone all the time is what Welcoming Ministry is all about. Welcoming Ministry 101 online course The "Welcoming Ministry 101 online course" is a highly interactive learning experience that includes quizzes, discussion areas, and more. There are four weeks of discussions, and you’ll have six weeks to complete all the material in the course. This course is provided free by United Methodist Communications. Welcoming Ministry training events and workshops As a part of the Communications Ministry Training Program, United Methodist Communications partners with each annual conference to provided conference-wide training events and workshops for Welcoming Ministry. To learn about a Welcoming Ministry training event or workshop in your annual conference, contact your conference director of communications.
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