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General discussions of technology issues related to the Memphis Conference.
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Tech Support > Local Church Dashboard
Topics related to the Local Church Dashboard including Login issues, church web pages in the conference website, local church use of the conference database system, classified ad system and the calendar system.
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Tech Support > Local Church Dashboard > Leaders
This section provides access to the church leaders in the conference database, enables easy updating of church officials, and provides downloading of the data in Excel for a variety of uses.
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Tech Support > Local Church Dashboards > Church Info
This is the data that populates the church web page that is displayed on the site through the search engine and other listings. Any blank fields do not display anything on the web page. If location information is completed, then the page automatically displays a map. A variety of other information about the church may also be added.
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Tech Support > Local Church Dashboards > Classifieds
Discussion of the classified ad system for posting positions, items for sale, opportunities, etc.
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Tech Support > Local Church Dashboards > Events
Provides a calendar or list view of local church, district and conference events, along with information about each event as desired, and enables online registration and payment features.
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Tech Support > Page Managers
Topics related to the pages throughout the website.
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Linda Marks wrote on 2/5/2010 3:28:40 PM
On behalf of the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association (MIFA), I want to express our deep gratitude to the UMC Memphis Conference for the generous financial support you provide. MIFA's mission is helping change lives, and we do this by serving the poor. But far beyond simply meeting material needs, we provide hope and comfort which help our neighbors to live with independence and dignity. From its beginnings as an organization to coordinate the social ministries of congregations until the present, the spiritual basis of MIFA’s service has remained at the heart of what we do. Thank you for your financial support of our ministry and for your prayers. Linda Marks, Inter-Faith Coordinator
Volunteers in Mission team up with Mountain T.O.P.
Julie (a.k.a. part of the gang) wrote on 1/20/2010 4:32:05 PM
Thanks, Carrie! Awesome article. And thanks to your UMVIM group for all of your help.
Bells First offers radical hospitality to service dog and Air Force vet
Lisa Vaughn wrote on 1/13/2010 10:44:01 AM
A perfect expample in practice of "Open hearts, open minds, open doors".
Lisa V.
Bells First offers radical hospitality to service dog and Air Force vet
Heather wrote on 1/13/2010 9:47:04 AM
Thank you for sharing this story. I hope more churches will make it known that service animals are welcomed.
Small church makes a big impact
Cheryl Bone, Angel Food Minister of Outreach Mid-South wrote on 12/14/2009 4:51:17 PM
As the MO over this area, I can tell you that I am so proud of this small but growing church. Pastor David has a vision so big and a heart to match. The men and women who help him are dedicated all the way. I am so honored to work with so many UMC churches throughout the Mid-South (TN-AR-MS) and so humbled at their dedication and energy. The secular community is starting to take notice!
Musical instruments of the Bible on display
christine purchase wrote on 10/28/2009 11:31:28 AM
What wonderful research and exposure! This has interested me as well. There is such richness in the Old Testament
'night Light' worship service in Jackson for college age and young adults
Hank Walker wrote on 10/9/2009 8:45:18 AM
This is a great way of getting young people involved. I applaud the effort and may consider bringing some folks from our church to the next gathering. God Bless.
Workshop urges congregations to step out of comfort zone for better worship
elizabeth posey wrote on 9/21/2009 7:52:14 PM
sounds like you did your usual bang-up job Congratulations - - Am i the only one that does not know what 'plenary' means?
Back from the abyss: St. Mark's finds its niche
Jerry Jeffords wrote on 9/12/2009 12:01:59 PM
Ronnie,
Great work! Your story should be an inspiration to many of our struggling small churches. The church needs more pastors like you.
Congratulations on a job well done.
Academy for Spiritual Formation: Journey into Joy: The Pathway and the Pilgrimage
Scottie Brafford wrote on 8/11/2009 3:39:05 PM
The Five-Day Academy is as an ecumenical community, welcoming all laity and clergy who wish to attend. Our faculty presenters will be Dr. Loyd Allen, Professor of Church History & Spiritual Formation at McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University, and Rev. Marjorie Thompson, author of Soul Feast: An Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life, and chief architect of the Companions in Christ resource.
Bill Lawson wrote on 7/16/2009 7:50:31 AM
Please add your thoughts, ideas, resources, questions, suggestions, etc. to help develop this support topic. Thanks!
Tech Support > Local Church Dashboard
Bill Lawson wrote on 7/15/2009 4:31:37 PM
Please help develop our mutual support for the Local Church Dashboard by adding your ideas, questions, suggestions and other comments! Thanks!
Bill Lawson wrote on 7/15/2009 4:28:46 PM
Help build this mutual tech support structure by adding your comments, suggestions, ideas and observations. Thanks!
Grace takes next step in growth
Jamey Lee wrote on 7/10/2009 12:20:35 PM
I am so excited for Eddie and Grace UMC. Praise be to God!!!
Academy for Spiritual Formation: Journey into Joy: The Pathway and the Pilgrimage
John R. Bonson, Sr. wrote on 7/7/2009 9:34:53 AM
More details will follow as planning continues.
Inner city garden sprouts in Uptown Memphis
Marsha Dorgan wrote on 6/3/2009 9:02:23 AM
I am so proud of the way the United Methodist are fIling the needs of the stomach as well as the spirit in the communities. We need to continue to teach the least of these
that there is room in God's house for all and those that come will be fed, both in spirit and in food. What a blessing it is for me, an Agriculturalist to read that others are doing just that. Thanks be to God for all his BLESSINGS.
A dream takes shape in downtown Jackson
Marsha Dorgan wrote on 6/3/2009 8:44:22 AM
What a wonderful gift to those in need, a garden to help when times are tough. My husband, the late Dr. Mickey R. Capenter, former District Superientdent of both the Paris and Dyersburg Districts of the United Methodist Church had a saying, or a Mickeyism as some would say." Give a man a fish and feed him for a day. Teach him to fish and feed him for a lifetime." By teaching these neighborhoods how to garden and having Victory gardens like back in the old days locally these people learn so much more than just food, they learn to be more community driven than just Me driven.We as United Methodist need to be forerunners in ways to help the local communities in their growth. There is more to being a church than just having the pews filled. It is out being with the Least Of These as Christ would do.Thanks for all those who helped make a difference to Madison county, Tn in the new garden project. In helping others, you will help yourself too...Thanks be to God.
AC 2009 focus on Passionate Worship, amendments, budget
Rev. Joey Reed wrote on 6/2/2009 9:18:13 AM
You can view the proceedings of the 2009 Annual Conference online at www.memphisacblog.com.
Yea or Nay? Delegates talk about Constitutional Amendments
Chris Eaves wrote on 5/19/2009 1:02:25 PM
Questions about Amendment #1:
1.The current paragraph uses the words, "shall be eligible." That seems to indicate the person may be 'qualified,' but it doesn't mean they are 'accepted.' That still seems to leave the discretion with the minister or somebody. Is this right?
2.In the current paragraph, what does the word "status" mean?
Thank you for all responses.
Arlington takes Good Friday walk with Jesus among Memphis homeless
Becky wrote on 5/19/2009 11:00:56 AM
This is really an inspiring story of discipleship. Thanks for doing it and thanks for taking the time to share it with us.
Carver earns D.Min. in Transformational Leadership
Pat Payne wrote on 4/15/2009 12:32:58 AM
Don,
I am very proud of you. I never doubted you for a minute, I knew you could do it. I'm sure it wasn't easy with all the responsibilities you already have, but your hard work and persistence has paid off.
Congratulations!!
Love, Pat
Carver earns D.Min. in Transformational Leadership
Chris Carver wrote on 4/14/2009 4:30:57 PM
I'm proud of you Dad! All your hard work,late nights and self discipline finally paid off. Good job!
Wills appoints Conrad to Asbury District
Phil Button wrote on 4/2/2009 6:24:58 PM
Kevin, Congratulations! I hope that you have an appointment for me in your district. I look forward to meeting with you in the very near future. God Bless You! Phil Button
Wills appoints Conrad to Asbury District
Annice Shaw wrote on 3/31/2009 11:34:22 AM
Congratulations Kevin on your new appointment. You will make a wonderful DS. Journey is looking forward to working with you, especially since we share the same philosophy about seeking to be "living embodiments of the gospel beyond our four walls." I am getting ready to update our web site with April and May events, but please check out our home page. You'll be proud of what you read. The Lakeland community has started to recognize Journey as "the church that leaves the building." We get comments all the time on the T-shirts we wear as we serve our mission field. It is so exciting when someone stops you at the local Walmart to have a discussion with you about what the shirt means. It gives me chills just thinking about it. You were right about starting a new church being the most exciting time of our lives. I hope that as our new DS, we will have the opportunity to visit with you soon. The Journey congregation can't wait to share how passionate we are about our work in Lakeland with you. I know you are super busy with your new role in the district, but please check in on us as soon as you can. We have not seen you since August and would really love to share some things with you. Wishing yo the best! -Journey UMC
FirstWorks children visit program founder
Betsy Calvert wrote on 3/29/2009 3:39:08 PM
It was an honor and blessing in my life to serve the children of Final Net with Tom Wilson. His love of God continues to touch and change lives.