Preparing for a MIRACLE…
within the Mission Rivers District… ACTION REQUIRED!Now is the time to pick your church coordinator.Submit the church coordinator’s contact information using the link below by 7/13/26. Attend one of two training sessions on Zoom by clicking on the link for your day choice.(The sessions will be recorded.)
We Want to Hear from You!
Mission Rivers District is excited to begin planning our 2027 District Training, which will be held on April 10, 2027, and we would appreciate your input as we shape the day’s offerings. We invite you to complete the form below and share your ideas as we plan Mission Rivers District Training. Your feedback will help us shape […]
PAUMCS ON THE ROAD TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Envision a MIRACLE
Envision a MIRACLE… from the UMC Council of Bishops… COMING THIS FALL (AUGUST 30 – OCTOBER 11) We have an opportunity to do something within our local congregations that has a global impact for generations to come! We are invited to be miracle workers. A worldwide initiative is uniting 30,000 congregations and revealing a miracle. 1. What […]
From the DS: Hearts Warm
“In the evening, I went very unwillingly to a society in Aldersgate Street, where one was reading Luther’s preface to the Epistle to the Romans. About a quarter before nine, while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I […]
UMM – Retreat
UMM Spiritual Retreat – Exciting news! Our VA Conference UMM Spiritual Retreat is back and will be held on Friday, September 18 through Saturday, September 19 at Massanetta Springs Camp and Conference Center in Harrisonburg, VA. The theme is “B1, Inspire1 – Men of Faith, Sharing their Faith.” Rev. Dr. Clarence Brown will be our […]
Reimbursement Information for District Lay Members to Annual Conference
I’m a District Lay Member at Large. How do I get Reimbursed by the district for my AC expenses? First, review the MRD AC Reimbursement Policy 2026 (there are changes to required receipts this year!) and choose one of the reimbursement forms. New Reimbursement Policy Reimbursement Form for Individual Family Reimbursement Form (if more than one […]
District AC Meet and Greet
You are invited to join us at the Mission Rivers District Meet and Greet on Wednesday, 6/17 from 5-6:30 pm We are gathering at Pale Fire Brewing Company for light snacks and soft drinks, hosted by the district. (You are responsible for purchasing other drinks.) Stop by for a few minutes or stay for a while. All Mission Rivers clergy […]
Summer Lay Servant Training Courses Available
Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course
Shenandoah University’s Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing’s Faith Community Nurse Certificate Program will offer Foundations of Faith Community Nursing in 2026. This course will be offered in an online format June 9, 2026 -August 21, 2026.This nursing continuing professional development activity is accredited by Virginia Nurses Association -an approver of nursing continuing professional development […]