Introduction to the Art and Practice of Intentional Interim Ministry
In this current season within the Michigan Conference, we are finding an increasing number of churches and appointments either in need of short-term interim pastoral help or having to deal with complicated dynamics due to disaffiliation. In light of these needs, the Michigan Conference is partnering with the United Methodist Transitional Intentional Interim Ministry Specialist Association (TIIMSA) to host a workshop titled, “Introduction to the Art and Practice of Intentional Interim Ministry.”
Presenter
Rev. Dianne Christopher, Iowa Conference
UM TIIMS pioneer, Rev. Christopher served six consecutive interim appointments and one more in retirement. She is a past president of the United Methodist Transitional Intentional Interim Ministry Specialist Association and serves currently as the TIIMSA Dean of Lead Trainers. She is a member of and has served on the Board and as a Professional Transition Specialist (PTS) of the Interim Ministry Network.
To learn more
Have questions? Please contact:
Rev. Dirk Elliott
Director of Congregational Vibrancy and Leadership Development
[email protected]
Lodging
You will be responsible for your lodging if you need to stay overnight. We have secured a special rate of $119 + tax at the Holiday Inn Express Kalamazoo, 3630 East Cork Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, (269) 373-0770. Ask for UMETH or event number 3298 for the special rate.
*The hotel registration cut-off date is August 30.
Deadline to register September 8, 2023
WHAT
This workshop is a two-day, 16 hour accelerated training program with a two-hour follow up check-in on Zoom, designed to give clergy the basic concepts and skills that will help them go into situations where there is a transition in process.
WHO
This event for all clergy, active or retired.
WHEN
September 14 10:00am – 6:00pm
September 15 8:30am – 4:30pm
COST
The $25 registration fee helps cover materials, meals, and snacks. The speaker fee is being covered by The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan.
WHERE
Westwood United Methodist Church
538 Nichols Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Last Updated on August 28, 2023