The Fall Lay Servant Retreat will be held at Cedar Springs UMC from 4:30pm Friday, September 27 to 4:00pm Saturday, September 28. The registration cost is $30 and includes two meals and snacks. Participants will make their overnight accommodations if applicable. Lay Servant classes are open to anyone regardless of the district in which your church resides.
Click HERE to download and print the registration flyer.
Questions? Please contact Sara Wolfsen at [email protected] or (231) 830-4092.
Class Descriptions:
Introduction to Lay Ministry: The Basic Course
This course is foundational for all courses in Lay Servant Ministries. Participants are encouraged to discover and employ personal spiritual gifts as God intended and to consider the importance of exercising servant leadership, developing future leaders, remaining rooted in consistent spiritual practices, and being part of a group that holds members accountable in their discipleship. INSTRUCTOR: Sarah Zachow, Certified Lay Speaker, East Nelson UMC.
Advanced Course: Life Together in the United Methodist Connection (UM Polity)
This is a required course to become a Certified Lay Speaker and will give participants an overview of the structure and organization of The United Methodist Church. INSTRUCTORS: Pastor Jeff Swainston, Manton UMC and Jody Pratt, Certified Lay Speaker, Middleville UMC.
Advanced Course: Aging and Ministry in the 21st Century
This important course offers a rich learning experience that includes knowing more about the aging process and the developmental stages of midlife and older adulthood and how we can best shape our ministry. INSTRUCTOR: Retired Pastor Terri Cummins.