June 21 Betty Weingard June 23 Toby Greenawalt June 23 Connie Hoeke June 24 Linda McGarvey June 25 John Donner June 26 Marge Hines

June 21 Dennis amp Doreen Lawton June 23 Russell amp Marge Hines June 24 Glenn amp Theresa Robison June 25 Tom amp Audrey Lovewell

Pastor Joe Pattersonrsquos sister Colleen Sanford and family She suffered a heart attack and a stroke and is just beginning her rehabilitation

Howard Roxbury and his family at the loss of Howardrsquos wife Sandy

Pastor Jay Sterling and his family at the loss of Jayrsquos father

Pastor Joong (Jay) Koe and his family at the passing of his wife Hae

Jeff Bobin and his family for the passing of his nephew Jordan Bobin 17 was hit by a car while riding his bike

Mary Adams Lay Leader at Henderson She is recovering from surgery and facing chemotherapy for cancer

Mary Stewartrsquos Daughter-in-law Sandy She has been diagnosed with cancer and has started treatment

Denny Belknap who is recovering from surgery

Bill Beatty pastor of Corry First He has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia and is currently being treated

Tammy Hay Connellsville Administrative Assistant who is having some health issues

Larry Bridge who is recovering from knee surgery

Donnie Blystone who is recovering from knee surgery

Pastors and congregations in transition as we say goodbye and welcome new faces to our District All 2017 Appointment Announcements can be found on the conference website Click here to view them

June 25-29 MUSIC AND WORSHIP WORKSHOP

Ludlow PA June 27-28 THE FIRST 12 WITH PAUL NIXON

Crossroadrsquos UMCrsquos North Fayette campus June 28 2017 CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Culbertson Hills Golf Resort Edinboro PA June 28-29 Joe at Cabinet

District Office will be closed on Monday July 3rd and Tuesday July 4th Clergy Evaluations and Audits are now overdue Please check your files to makes sure you have sent yours in We have heard from a couple of you and have made an alternate date to submit but all others are due now

WELCOME APPOINTMENTS TO THE ERIE-MEADVILLE DISTRICT Jerome Alsdorf ndash Diamond Evangelical Denny Belknap ndash Little CooleyTeepleville Terry Brown ndash New IrelandLake Pleasant Jennifer Craig ndash West SpringfieldCranesville Jonathan Fehl ndash Corry First Penny Helmbold ndash Enterprise Alice McClymonds ndash Mount HopePine Grove Matthew Redulic ndash Heartland Crossroads Ministries Jack Tickle ndash Fairview Gary Wade ndash Heartland Crossroads Ministries

FAREWELL TO THOSE RECEIVING APPOINTMENT IN OTHER DISTRICTS Bill Beatty ndash Warren Grace United Methodist (Kane District) Anette Gerber ndash Greensburg First (Greensburg District) John Gerber ndash South GreensburgYoungwood St Paulrsquos (Greensburg District) Julie Kolacz ndash United Methodist Community Charge (Washington District) Theresa Robison ndash Greenville First (Franklin) RETIRING

Mel Bendig Edward Patterson John Scott 2017 CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT June 28 2017 Culbertson Hills Golf Resort Edinboro PA 4-person scramble Benefits EUMA Second Harvest Food Bank of NWPA and Autism Society Donations of Gift Baskets for a silent auction would also be appreciated MORE INFORMATION WORSHIP FUN BASEBALL AND FIREWORKS Sunday July 2 2017 Join Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi for a community worship experience at UPMC Park in Erie home of the Erie SeaWolves We will begin our day with a worship service inside the ballpark at 430 pm and Bishop Cynthia will bring us her message from atop the 3rd base dugout We have arranged to have the Kidrsquos Fun Zone open until the first pitch of the game free of charge Bishop Cynthia has been invited to throw out a ceremonial first pitch MORE INFORMATION or contact Jeff Bobin jeffbobingmailcom For tickets contact Brendon OrsquoNeill at the SeaWolves offices 814-456-1300 or email at brendanseawolvescom

ANNUAL CONFERENCE CAMPING amp RETREAT MINISTRY INITIATIVE Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi announced at the 2017 Annual Conference that the conference is being called to raise $5 million in four years for our Western PA Camps and Olmsted Retreat Center (That is double what we raised for Imagine No Malaria) In a spontaneous offering $9251 was collected after she made the announcement preceded by her rappelling from the balcony to the conference floor-in high heels The Youth added $1985 Sundayrsquos offering added $9171 making a total of $18422 to kick off the initiative Watch for more details as this initiative unfolds (Photo from httpswwwfacebookcomwpaumc) MISSED ANNUAL CONFERENCE Watch 2017 Annual Conference videos to see Ordination Commissioning Bible study State of the Church Ministerrsquos Chorus and more View the Daily Proceedings for the Daily Journals Annual Conference Wrap-Up Read it Photos on Flickr SPECIAL DONATIONS FOR ANNUAL CONFERENCE Online donations for special 2017 Annual Conference Offerings will be available through Friday June 30 2017 Click on the ldquoMake a Special Offering Donationrdquo button at wwwwpaumcorgAC to give online to the Camping Ministries or the Bishoprsquos Discretionary Fund EASTBROOK MISSION BARN MAGNET AND T-SHIRT SALE Show your support by purchasing a magnet for the suggested donation of $5 each or $15 each for a T-shirt To place an order call the Mission Barn at 724-856-8241 Make checks payable to Eastbrook Mission Barn 226 Church Lane New Castle PA 16101 MORE INFORMATION KATIE PETERSON DEACONESS CHURCH amp COMMUNITY WORKER Katie coordinates the donations and distribution of UMCOR relief supply kits She assists New Castle UM Churches to enhance ministries in poverty alleviation This includes building handicap ramps How to support Katie

1 Pray ndash Our prayers are welcome and strengthen her ministry 2 Stay in contact ndash Ask to receive her newsletter and follow her website or Facebook site 3 Seek to participate in the ministry Katie serves Ask about ways to help with missionary support 4 Donate to Katiersquos Advance 98242 ndash 100 of your gifts are used to support missionaries and they powerfully contribute to the

continued health and vitality of United Methodist missionary outreach

Contribute through your local church online at wwwumcmissionorg or by calling 888-252-6174 FAITH IN ACTION The UMC Board of Church and Society has a new useful and user-friendly website Check out umcjusticeorg WPAUMC VOLUNTEERS IN MISSION United Methodists voluntarily serving people outside the church ndash locally regionally nationally or internationally How to Connect

1 What teams can I join wpaumcorgopportunities 2 How do I learn about leading a team wpaumcorgVIMtraining 3 Once we have a team planned what do we do

Register your team wpaumcorgRegisterVIMteams Get VIM Insurance wwwumvimnejorg

4 Once our team returns what do I do wpaumcorgMissionReport 5 Where can I find local church resources

wpaumcorglocalchurchmissions Contact Stephanie Gottschalk at StephanieGottschalkwpaumcorg or 724-776-2300 ext 241

6 How do I get involved in Disaster Response Take UMCOR training wpaumcorgDisasterResponse Make sure your local church has a local disaster plan Volunteer at Eastbrook Mission Bar or one of its satellites

7 What if there is a disaster in my churchrsquos community Local pastor reports damage to church and with their community to their District Superintendent Local pastor reports damage to church and with their community to Conference Disaster Response Coordinator Rev Calvin Cook at 814-442-5899

LAITY SUNDAY 2017 ldquoTherefore Go with HOPE Through Hospitalityrdquo on Sunday October 15 2017 Often when we think of hospitality we think of it through the lens of how we receive guests in our midst But the reality is we practice hospitality wherever we are even when we are outside our home or church Resources SAVE THE DATE- CLERGY GATHERING September 26 2017 save the date for an important Clergy Gathering concerning Missions with Stephanie Gottschalk in Hickman Hall at Olmsted Manor

KEYSTONE UNITED METHODIST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION We are your credit union People helping people Many services offered wwwkeystoneumfcuorg Phone 888-972-0797 CHRISTIAN FICTION SALE Choose your adventure and save 40 off select Christian Fiction books Fill your summer with Adventure Discovery and Mystery Whether you are planning your summer beach reads or adding to the stack on your nightstand for a limited time only score some choice Christian fiction titles from Cokesbury FREE SHIPPING everyday with purchases of $35 or more of eligible items VISITORS FROM THE PAST Returning to ministry September 1 2017 Available for church services revivals Christian schools Christian Womenrsquos Clubs spiritual renewal services and much more For bookings contact Luella Krieger at 814-590-1937 or luellakkgmailcom WPA PRISON OUTREACH MINISTRY SUMMER 2017 NEWSLETTER Download the newsletter from our new website wwwwpapomorg Newsletter Prison Outreach Ministry 2017 Summer Newsletter INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP A new resource to help congregations develop an intentional discipleship system includes WPAUMCrsquos Road to Discipleship map and an article by Rev Chris Kindle our director of discipleship Get free Intentional Discipleship guide See WPAUMC Discipleship Map THANKS FOR THE SHOES Thanks to everyone for donating your gently used and new shoes to help All Gods Children Ministries and EUMA through our Fifth Annual Shoe Drive If you didnt take your collection to Annual Conference collection sites will be open through July 1 Get details ONLINE TRAINING Here are online trainings to help your congregation enhance its story and reach its community Communicating faith in the 21st century is designed to teach you how to engage with your church and community digitally Yoursquoll learn how to craft powerful personal faith stories that resonate with your followers and beyond MORE INFORMATION MISSIONSHIELD VIM INSURANCE OFFERED As health care laws change and deductibles grow it is important to have coverage for volunteer teams serving in the US as well as abroad The Northeastern Jurisdiction UMVIM board has worked with Seven Corners to make policies available for all VIM teams Get forms and details at umvimnejorgmission-insurance NOTICE TO PASTORS COLLECTION FOR ZIM CLERGY If you are retiring or have had a change in size please consider donating your robes clerical shirtsblouses and stoles to the pastors in Zimbabwe They greatly appreciate receiving these items Also check your library and ask your congregations for the following materials choir robes and paraments (in good shape) Commentaries Biblical Studies Church History World Religions Philosophy Devotionals Bibles Please do not send books that are really old and worn yellowed and no copyright dates before 1980rsquos Please bring to the TNC (The Nyadire Connection) Zimbabwe tables at Annual Conference and give to Diane Welty or April Plants SUMMER CONCERT SERIES State Line UMC 263 West State Road Jamestown PA 16134 For directions call 724-932-3561

bull July 9Tom and Ruth Herrick (Husband amp Wife Inspirational singers) bull July 30Penn-Ohio Singers bull August 13The Devine Inspirations

CLERGY EXCELLENCE Theres an updated list of continuing education opportunities at wpaumcorgleadershipdevelopment UPCOMING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Download the new flyer of continuing education opportunities open to laity and clergy here EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER Christ United Methodist Preschool 2615 West 32nd Street Erie PA 16506 814-838-8918

- Looking for a cheerful energetic and creative teacher for our 3-4 year old program - Must have a teaching certificate or degree in Early Childhood - Will be responsible for lesson plans and managing a busy classroom - Have a strong Christian faith - Must be a team player Please send resumersquo to the above address

PRE-SCHOOL TEACHERrsquoS ASSISTANT Christ United Methodist Preschool 2615 West 32nd Street Erie PA 16506 814-838-8918 - Looking for a cheerful energetic teacherrsquos assistant for our 3-4 year old class - No degree necessary - Will be responsible for assisting teacher and helping to manage a busy classroom - Have a strong Christian faith - Must be a team player - Experience preferred Please send resumersquo to the above address

JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WESTERN PA CONFERENCE go here CLASSIFIEDS

New job postings have been added to the Classifieds section of our WPAUMC website this week Get details at wpaumcorgclassifieds

GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS - can also go to Conference Website at SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships There are a variety of scholarships at httpscholarshipumcorg

Seminary Financial Aid Applications for the 2016-17 academic year are available on the conference website at wpaumcorgBOOM

wwweuma-erieorg THANK YOU ndash 21st ANNUAL REFUGE GOLF TOURNAMENT ndash 112 golfers came out to the 21st Annual Refuge Golf Tournament on Monday sharing in a great afternoon of golf and friendly competition Congratulations to the Winning Team Ray Proctor Vic Morini Randy Whittelsey and Dick Finney and to the Top Church Team from South Harborcreek UMC Denny Scalise Bobby Scalise Brian Johnson and Terry Maloney We will share event results as soon as possible but wanted to express our sincere gratitude to all who made this event possible ndash especially to The Refuge Golf Committee Thank you for your hard work and dedication to help homeless families with children at EUMArsquos The Refuge HIGHMARK WALK UPDATE ndash We have another great update to share Thank you to our 82 participants in the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community To date this group has raised $6000 to help end homelessness for families with children Veterans and others Thank you for blessing EUMA and our clients through your participation and dedication SHOP amp SUPPORT ndash All this week and next our friends at Stages Consignment (7870 W Ridge Rd Fairview) are holding a fundraiser for EUMA Shop the great selection at Stages Consignment (which features childrenrsquos clothing books toys and more) from June 19-30 show the attached invitation and a percentage of qualified sales will go to EUMArsquos account You shop AND give our families in need the opportunity to access free clothing and other items for their children Please print and share the attached invitation with your congregation INVITATION MAEVE MEMORIAL RUN ndash The Maeve Memorial Run is a 5K European-style cross country runobstacle course planned for Saturday July 15 9 am at 5595 Williams Road The event held in memory of Maeve Alice Miller daughter of Jonathan and Melissa Miller is a family-friendly event offering courses for all ages Proceeds from this yearrsquos race will benefit EUMA For more information or to register visit wwwmaevegivesorg

RAMPS OF HOPE Check out Ramps of Hope Facebook Page for picture and more information RAMPS OF HOPE RAMP BUILD We have a larger than usual ramp scheduled for Thursday June 22 at 500 PM on Crane Rd in Edinboro We will be loading the trailer for this one at 445ish at 1305 W 12th St on Wednesday Right now its just Keith and me to load so we sure could use a few more folks for about half an hour to get the trailer loaded Debbie Hills at deacondhillsgmailcom or 440-812-4624 FIFTH ANNUAL SHOE DRIVE FOR EUMA AND ALL GODrsquoS CHILDREN MINISTRIES Your old shoes can help those who are homeless or affected by a disability Now through June 30 EUMA and All Godrsquos Children Ministries are holding our Fifth Annual Shoe Drive to benefit our missions BROCHURE MORE INFORMATION

For more information or to register for a retreat click here MUSIC AND WORSHIP WORKSHOP June 25-29 2017 This is for those who lead or participate in church music programs On Wednesday join together in an evening of music offered to God and the community at First UMC Kane After the service we will have our traditional cabaret a fun time to appreciate each otherrsquos gifts and talents Continuing Education Units 1 MORE INFORMATION

LIFE-CHANGING MENrsquoS GATHERING About 1000 men are expected to come together for workshops worship service and fellowship at the National Gathering of United Methodist Men on July 7- 8 Held at St Lukersquos United Methodist Church in Indianapolis the event will inspire attendees to embrace new possibilities for ministry and discipleship Learn more Go to UMM event website CHURCH OFFICE PROFESSIONALS RETREAT July 9-11 2016 This retreat is designed for those brave souls who serve our churches and ministries in administrative roles Our church administrators constantly pour into the lives of others now its their turn to be replenished You are invited to spend time away from the office and in fellowship with people who understand why you need a break MORE INFORMATION OLDER ADULT RETREAT AT OLMSTED MANOR July 17-21 2017 (Monday dinner ndash Friday lunch) ldquoStained Glass Windows Letting Godrsquos Holy Spirit Shinerdquo is the theme Deans Mrs Lois Hiles and Mrs Glenda Merritt Bible Teacher Rev Bruce K Merritt and Music Director Robin Swank Cost Tuition $1600 + Room and Board $264 = $280 Camperships available for first time attendees Price includes class 4 nights stay 12 meals and evening entertainment MORE INFORMATION WRITING WORKSHOP with Maureen Ryan Griffin August 4-6 2016 We invite you to come and explore the benefits writing can providemdashphysically mentally emotionally and spiritually Our time together will be ideal for beginners as well as for seasoned writers as we explore the renewal and deepening of our relationship with God self others and the world MORE INFORMATION LICENSING SCHOOL Applications are now online for the Summer Residential Licensing School It runs from August 6-16 at Olmsted Manor Retreat Center Get details and application SAVE THE DATE- CLERGY GATHERING September 26 2017 save the date for an important Clergy Gathering concerning Missions with Stephanie Gottschalk in Hickman Hall at Olmsted Manor

httpcherryruncamporgyouth

CHERRY RUN CAMPMEETING is Saturday July 29-Sunday August 6 2017 Information to be announced SHORT-TERM MISSION PROJECT OPPORTUNITY AT CHERRY RUN CAMP This Franklin District camp is always in need of adult volunteers to help with the work of the camp Working and helping at Cherry Run is a great short-term local mission project for church groups or for individuals Work one day or as many as you are able Cherry Run Camp especially needs volunteers to help the week prior to camp to clean and prepare the grounds and buildings for camp They are also looking for volunteers to serve in the kitchen during camp They have a camp cook who plans and buys for the camp but he needs extra hands to prepare and to serve the meals Individual volunteers or a team of four individuals are needed each day to assist the cook Your help is greatly sought-after and appreciated For more information or to volunteer contact Judy McQueen Cherry Run Camp meeting Board Member at 724-846-7565 or revmaccomcastnet

WORK TEAMS NEEDED We are doing some tree removal around our lodges This will make the area safer increase sunlight and air to the lodges and will allow us to do some significant landscaping in the future However right now we need some help cutting up treetops The firewood is FREE but assistance is needed in removing the tops chipping them(we are blessed with a large chipper to use) and general cleanup Help us get ready for summer camp Any number of persons on any day is greatly appreciated Please call the camp 814 754 5122 or email the Robcampalleghenyorg CAMP HELP WANTED Looking for wranglers maintenance male counselors a photographer and Jr Staff(16-17 year olds) for Summer 2017 To learn more apply or register for camp visit campalleghenyorg

CAMP ALLEGHENY WOMENrsquoS RETREAT Theme ldquoHope for Your Heartrdquo August 25 ndash 27 2017

Romans 1513 NIV May the God of all hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit

Camp Alleghenys Womenrsquos Retreat is a weekend designed to let women refresh and renew their walk with the Lord It is filled with praise worship a wonderful speaker great meals and plenty of fun free-time activities Highlights include a watermelon slurp hay ride and a beautiful candlelight service Come enjoy fun and fellowship on the mountaintop Open your hearts to a weekend of encouragement faith building and Godrsquos love

Our speaker this year is Julie Nevel Julie is an independent contemporary Christian recording artist based in Harrisburg PA She is a worship leader singersongwriter speaker concert artist and pianist MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

httpwwwwesleywoodscom For a complete list of Summer 2017 Camping Opportunities at Wesley Woods go to WESLEY WOODS 2017 CAMPING SCHEDULE To Register for camp go to THIS LINK

Welcome to Wesley Woods To make visitors feel more welcome and at home Wesley Woods wants to replace all of its signs with some that easier to read accurate and more exciting You can help by making a financial donation or sharing your ideas resources or talents To do so contact Kira Argot Wesley Woods program director at programwesleywoodscom

WESBURY EVENTS bull Wesburyrsquos 5K Chicken Run 5K RunWalk1 Mile Walk on Saturday July 15th Registration begins at 815 am Runners

start at 9 am and Walkers start at 910 am Located on Wesburyrsquos campus Info 814-332-9022 bull Wesburyrsquos 28th Annual Chicken BBQ amp Craft Fair on Sunday July 16th from 11 am to 5 pm on Wesburyrsquos campus Call

The Wesbury Foundation for more information at 814-332-9712

httpsjumonvilleorg For a complete list of Summer 2017 Camping Opportunities at Jumonville go to JUMONVILLE 2017 CAMPING SCHEDULE

CONFERENCE WEBSITE LINKS

UPCOMING EVENTS

MUSIC AND WORSHIP WORKSHOP June 25-29 Ludlow PA THE FIRST 12 WITH PAUL NIXON June 27-28 Crossroadrsquos UMCrsquos North Fayette campus 2017 CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT June 28 2017 Culbertson Hills Golf Resort Edinboro PA LIFE-CHANGING MENrsquoS GATHERING July 7- 8 St Lukersquos UMC Indianapolis CHURCH OFFICE PROFESSIONALS RETREAT July 9-11 2016 Ludlow PA UTH 4 MISSIONS July 10-14th Univ of Pitt Johnstown OLDER ADULT RETREAT July 17-21 2017 Ludlow PA AWAKEN 2017 July 24-27 Little Rock Ark YOUTH MISSION U 2017 July 25-30 California University of PA MISSION U 2017 July 27-30 California University of PA ALGONQUIN CANOE TRIP July 31 2017 - August 9 WRITING WORKSHOP August 4-6 2016 Ludlow PA LICENSING SCHOOL August 6-16 Olmsted Manor Retreat Center GENEROSITY AND STEWARDSHIP CONFERENCE August 6-9 Lakeside Chautauqua in Ohio THE 5TH ANNUAL FAITH NIGHT August 17 2017 Pittsburgh PA AT THE LORDrsquoS TABLE August 17ndash20 Atlanta Georgia CAMP ALLEGHENY WOMENrsquoS RETREAT August 25ndash27 Stoystown PA FAMILY AUTISM RETREAT September 22-24 2017 Hopwood PA

HELPFUL LINKS

Clergy Continuing Ed Historical Records Forms Online Payments Annual Conference 2017 Camping Info Mission News Enews Archive Conference Calendar How to set the pastors salary direct link 2017 Pension Calculator direct link District Calendar

NEWS

Assignment Changes Blogs Classified eNews InFocus publication Joyful Noise publication Obituaries Photo Galleries Rewind Subscribe to publications WPAUMC at GC2016

MUSIC AND WORSHIP WORKSHOP June 25-29 2017 This is for those who lead or participate in church music programs On Wednesday join together in an evening of music offered to God and the community at First UMC Kane After the service we will have our traditional cabaret a fun time to appreciate each otherrsquos gifts and talents Continuing Education Units 1 MORE INFORMATION THE FIRST 12 WITH PAUL NIXON Church planters or leaders who are launching something new are invited to a two-day learning event focusing on vision and team-building It leads to a year of group coaching Led by Discipleship Ministriesrsquo Path 1 itrsquos scheduled for June 27-28 at Crossroadrsquos UMCrsquos North Fayette campus Get details 2017 CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT June 28 2017 Culbertson Hills Golf Resort Edinboro PA 4-person scramble Benefits EUMA Second Harvest Food Bank of NWPA and Autism Society Donations of Gift Baskets for a silent auction would also be appreciated MORE INFORMATION WORSHIP FUN BASEBALL AND FIREWORKS Sunday July 2 2017 Join Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi for a community worship experience at UPMC Park in Erie home of the Erie SeaWolves We will begin our day with a worship service inside the ballpark at 430 pm and Bishop Cynthia will bring us her message from atop the 3rd base dugout We have arranged to have the Kidrsquos Fun Zone open until the first pitch of the game free of charge Bishop Cynthia has been invited to throw out a ceremonial first pitch MORE INFORMATION or contact Jeff Bobin jeffbobingmailcom For tickets contact Brendon OrsquoNeill at the SeaWolves offices 814-456-1300 or email at brendanseawolvescom LIFE-CHANGING MENrsquoS GATHERING About 1000 men are expected to come together for worship workshops service and fellowship at the National Gathering of United Methodist Men on July 7- 8 Held at St Lukersquos United Methodist Church in Indianapolis the event will inspire attendees to embrace new possibilities for ministry and discipleship Learn more Go to UMM event website CHURCH OFFICE PROFESSIONALS RETREAT July 9-11 2016 This retreat is designed for those brave souls who serve our churches and ministries in administrative roles Our church administrators constantly pour into the lives of others now its their turn to be replenished You are invited to spend time away from the office and in fellowship with people who understand why you need a break MORE INFORMATION UTH 4 MISSIONS Itrsquos July 10-14th Univ of Pitt Johnstown Registration is open online httpswpa-regbrtappcomuth4Mission2017 New this year is a commuter rate Join us as we serve the Johnstown community through work and outreach projects Contact Amanda Gilligan at the conference center with questions WESBURY EVENTS

bull Wesburyrsquos 5K Chicken Run 5K RunWalk1 Mile Walk on Saturday July 15th Registration begins at 815 am Runners start at 9 am and Walkers start at 910 am Located on Wesburyrsquos campus Info 814-332-9022

bull Wesburyrsquos 28th Annual Chicken BBQ amp Craft Fair on Sunday July 16th from 11 am to 5 pm on Wesburyrsquos campus Call The Wesbury Foundation for more information at 814-332-9712

OLDER ADULT RETREAT AT OLMSTED MANOR July 17-21 2017 (Monday dinner ndash Friday lunch) ldquoStained Glass Windows Letting Godrsquos Holy Spirit Shinerdquo is the theme Deans Mrs Lois Hiles and Mrs Glenda Merritt Bible Teacher Rev Bruce K Merritt and Music Director Robin Swank Cost Tuition $1600 + Room and Board $264 = $280 Camperships available for first time attendees Price includes class 4 nights stay 12 meals and evening entertainment MORE INFORMATION AWAKEN 2017 July 24-27 in Little Rock Ark - The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts will explore what it means to engage in transformative worship in communities full of complexity and conflict GET DETAILS YOUTH MISSION U 2017 July 25-30 at California University of PA Register at wwwwpaumcorgmissionu MISSION U 2017 July 27-30 at California University of PA is for Adults and Kids New this year Mission u in Action hands-on mission projects for men and women 18 and older Register at wwwwpaumcorgmissionu ALGONQUIN CANOE TRIP Monday July 31 2017 to Wednesday August 9 2017 Cost of the trip $450 for 18 years old and older amp $420 for under 18 Space is limited Details to follow Register

WRITING WORKSHOP with Maureen Ryan Griffin August 4-6 2016 We invite you to come and explore the benefits writing can providemdashphysically mentally emotionally and spiritually Our time together will be ideal for beginners as well as for seasoned writers as we explore the renewal and deepening of our relationship with God self others and the world MORE INFORMATION LICENSING SCHOOL Applications are now online for the Summer Residential Licensing School It runs from August 6-16 at Olmsted Manor Retreat Center Get details and application SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GENEROSITY AND STEWARDSHIP The UM Foundation of Western Pennsylvania offers eight scholarships for laity to attend the Generosity and Stewardship Conference at Lakeside Chautauqua in Ohio from August 6-9 Offering 3 CEUs its designed for clergy and laity involved in stewardship finance or development For scholarship information contact the Foundation at 800-743-2128 Get details on event THE 5TH ANNUAL FAITH NIGHT Thursday August 17 2017 Enjoy discounted tickets for the Pirates-Cardinals game at 705 pm and stay after the game to hear from Manager Clint Hurdle and many more Pirates Players and Coaches discuss how faith has impacted their lives both on and off the field The Faith Night presentation will last approximately 45 minutes Early bird pricing for groups of 15 or more Contact Chad Glover at (412) 325-4756 or chadgloverpiratescom or Ryan Vizzini at (412) 325-4777 or ryanvizzinipiratescom AT THE LORDrsquoS TABLE School of Congregational Development Thursday August 17 ndash Sunday August 20 in Atlanta Georgia Register at wwwSCDUMCorg Scholarships for racial-ethnic leaders and small-church leaders are available Registration Rates amp Deadlines

bull Pre-conference Session $25 bull Regular $375 by July 15 bull Lateon-site $425 bull Seminary Student $175 by July 15 bull Book your hotel before July 5 2017

15TH ANNUAL KIDZ2KAMP GOLF FUNDRAISER Friday August 18 2017 at Cedarbrook Golf Course intersection of Route 51 amp Interstate 70 Cost $110 per golfer includes dinner + lunch on the turn Register and pay by July 15th and save $10 per golfer More info online at Jumonvilleorgeventgolf CAMP ALLEGHENY WOMENrsquoS RETREAT Theme ldquoHope for Your Heartrdquo August 25 ndash 27 2017

Romans 1513 NIV May the God of all hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit

Camp Alleghenys Womenrsquos Retreat is a weekend designed to let women refresh and renew their walk with the Lord It is filled with praise worship a wonderful speaker great meals and plenty of fun free-time activities Highlights include a watermelon slurp hay ride and a beautiful candlelight service Come enjoy fun and fellowship on the mountaintop Open your hearts to a weekend of encouragement faith building and Godrsquos love

Our speaker this year is Julie Nevel Julie is an independent contemporary Christian recording artist based in Harrisburg PA She is a worship leader singersongwriter speaker concert artist and pianist MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION DEAF MINISTRY WORKSHOP Friday September 15 ndash Saturday September 16 at First UMC 504 Jackson Street Reynoldsville PA 15851 Presented by Rev Leo Yates Jr of The United Methodist Committee on deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Ministries and Author of ldquoDeaf Ministry Ministry Models for Expanding the Kingdom of Godrdquo With its various models Deaf ministry offers faith communities ways to grow and make disciples Join us as we learn more about how to start or expand the Deaf Ministries in our churches and communities

Session 1- Friday September 15 from 630 ndash 830 pm Session 2- Saturday September 16 from 9 ndash 1130 am Session 3- Saturday September 16 from 1230 ndash 3 pm

(Lunch provided on Saturday for registrants of both sessions) $10 per session or $25 for all three sessions

Contact Rev Tom Carr at 814-653-8593 (voice) or pastorfumcreynoldsvilleorg or Jenny Gordon at 814-590-6097 (voice or text) or djgordonfamgmailcom

FAMILY AUTISM RETREAT Jumonville Camp - September 22-24 2017 This weekend retreat allows families of children living with autism to enjoy a mountaintop experience that will combine coveted parental free time with an opportunity for quality family time Hope is provided through time for worship rest and relaxation in a safe Christian setting capable of caring for children with Autism All ages are welcome Registration deadline September 15 2017 Brochureregistration or Register onlineform PARENTING TEENS SEMINAR Duffy Robbins on Saturday September 23 2017 from 130 ndash 430 pm in the Ingomar UMC Fellowship Hall 1501 W Ingomar Rd Pittsburgh Join us for this brand new event Duffy will be sharing with us about how to be intentional about parenting our teens He will help us understand teenage development in 2017 as well as how we can pass on our legacy of faith to them For more information contact Amanda Gilligan at amandagilliganwpaumcorg or 724-776-2300 ext 224

LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Registration is now open for the Sept 27-29 Leadership Institute for clergy church staff and volunteers Itrsquos at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood KS and is one of the largest mainline training events in the country Get details RUCK THE BAY - SAVE THE DATE Ruck the Bay is a 15K Military-Style Ruck MarchWalk in honor of our local fallen heroes and to end Veteran homelessness It will take place on Sunday Oct 15 2017 with Registration at 1 pm with the Ruck starting at 2 pm at Presque Isle State Park Beach 11 Erie Online registration will begin July 1

Proceeds from the event will benefit Erie United Methodist Alliancersquos (EUMA) Liberty House the only transitional housing program in Erie County specifically for homeless Veterans The house is a safe haven for the men who protected our freedom and are now in need of a new beginning

Ruck the Bay participants will complete the 15K (or optional 5K) carrying a loaded rucksackbackpack and will observe memorials at every kilometer honoring those who have lost their lives in service to our country Participants are encouraged to fill their rucksack with items to donate to Liberty House (such as mens hygiene products paper products laundry and cleaning supplies linens and blankets towels etc) Drop-off boxes to unload your donations will be located at the finish line

Pre-registration until Sept 15 Individual $30 Team of 4+ $25 includes Ruck the Bay official t-shirt

Registration Sept 15 through day of event Individual $35 Team of 4+ $30

For more information contact the EUMA office at (814) 456-8073 or SGT Kelly Whitney at 814-602-3602 CONFERENCE UNITED METHODIST WOMEN (UMW) ANNUAL FALL MEETING Saturday October 28 at Faith Delmont UMC 305 Freeport Street Delmont PA 15626 from 930 am to 230 pm Speaker Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi All women welcome Contact Diane Miller at dianemiller2747gmailcom SAVE THE DATES SPARK 2018 January 19-21 2018 at Sheraton Station Square Pittsburgh A retreat for youth grades 6-12 and their leaders

Dont forget You can now check our running list of WPA VIM Trip Opportunities online anytime at wwwwpaumcorgopportunities Also opportunities to givehelp can be found at UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) MISSION BARN UPDATE See whatrsquos happening at the Eastbrook Mission Barn in their latest newsletter UMCOR NEEDS HEALTH BEDDING KITS Katie Peterson new executive director of the Eastbrook Mission Barn notes that UMCOR has put out a call for health and bedding kits Get kit details at wpaumcorgMissionBarn UMCOR KITS Cleaning buckets health kit and bedding kit ingredients can be gathered by local communities and congregations UMCOR kits can be received at Eastbrook Mission Barn at the Conference Center or at one of the official Mission Barn sub-depots Eastbrook Mission Barn is on call to deploy their kits through the UMCOR Relief Supply Network through their national system Kits collected in UMCORs name are UMCOR property and unverified kits cannot be given out in UMCORs name by local groups

2017 CONFERENCE VIM TEAMS Contact Rev Stephanie Gottschalk for more information stephaniegottschalkwpaumcorg 724-776-2300 ext 241 House of the Carpenter Team ndash June 18-24 2017 - Wheeling WV Join House of the Carpenter in holistic approach to mission and community development in Wheeling WV Volunteers engage the community for mercy justice and spiritual formation This team will focus on home repair and other tasks Age 14 ndash adult Estimated cost $375 ZIM Camp ndash June 20- July 5 Despite widespread challenges the UMC in Zimbabwe has grown and continues in vital ministry and dynamic worship SimCamp offers youth two weeks a chance to build relationships through District partnership projects all in the spirit of Chabadza Age 15-18 Cost $2500 Red Bird Family Team ndash July 9-15 2017 In Eastern Kentucky chronic poverty makes life a struggle for people in this mountainous area of Appalachia Volunteers enable Red Bird Mission to build up the community and witness to Christ Kids age 7-12 with adult Youth (13+) and adults Estimated cost $600 for youth and adult $450 for kids UMCOR Sager Brown Team ndash July 30-August 5 2017 Join with the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) in the work of disaster response and fighting poverty at Sager Brown their main warehouse and shipping depot Volunteers engage in local outreach and in preparing relief supply kits as signs of comfort and hope to a community in distress Age 16+ Estimate cost $650 Fiji Team ndash Fall 2017 (Dates to be determined) Cyclone Winston devastated parts of the Fijian islands in February 2016 We are working with our brothers and sisters in the Methodist Church in Fiji and the UMC to meet their ongoing needs with solidarity and encouragement Fall 2017 Cost to be determined Encounter with Christ UMVIM Mission to Colombia August 15-23 In August of 2017 the Conference Committee on Encounter with Christ in Latin America has set it focus on Brisas del Mar Colombia as the location for a VIM Mission As always we have the cooperation of the Conference of the Evangelical Methodist church of Columbia acting as our guides and hosts Brisas del Mar has been a significant center of ministry and mission for some time Not many years ago the drug cartels controlled this part of Colombia and the local population suffered extremely at their hands The Methodist Church reached out to these people and even to their oppressors When this area became pacified the Church had gained wide respect for its involvement and used its good name to foster ministries in health education and church work The purpose of our proposed mission in Colombia is to do construction and improve the facilities in Brisas del Mar Details of the actual building plans will develop with the ongoing correspondence with the Colombian Church leaders Those who are interested in participating in this mission should complete the attached from and mail it to the Mission Team Leader Dr David Stains at 518 Fronheiser Street Johnstown PA 15902 If you have questions you are welcome to call at 814-539-0044 or 539-0532 Email at clementofhotmailcom Realistically you can probably expect total expenses to be about $200000 I hope the Lord opens doors for us to work together Pastor David Stains Home Camp UMC Invites YOU to go on A Mission Trip to Jamaica November 5 -12 2017 The total trip price of $155000 includes airfare accommodation transportation food building material wages tips and taxes The trip will be partnering with Won By One To Jamaica (wwwwonbyonetojamaicacom) a group with over 25 yearsrsquo experience in bringing mission groups to Jamaica A down payment of $10000 reserves your spot on the trip

Donrsquot worry about being the only one from your church on the trip As a part of Godrsquos family we are all part of the same group After attending for the first time last year his congregation has seen the change that it has made on his life and he advises anyone that has ever wanted to go on a trip to contact him rp_howeyahoocom or (814)583-7330 if they have questions or wish to reserve a spot to go along

Check out these ways to serve in Western Pennsylvania

Uth4Mission ndash Summer 2017 wwwwpaumcorgyouth Hands-on service worship and fellowship for Youth 6 ndash 12th grade at Pitt at Johnstown Estimated cost $275 Mission u ndash July 2017 wwwwpaumcorgmissionu Service and learning for kids teens and adults at Cal U

UM ARMY ndash wwwneumarmyorg Your church can be a youth work camp as youth and chaperones partner with UM ARMY to love your neighbors Eastbrook Mission Barn ndash wwwwpaumcorgmissionbarn