Finance Leader Training
Saturday, January 24 | 1–5 pm
The Conference-wide Faithful Finances training event set for Saturday, January 24, 2026, will now be offered only via Zoom.
Due to potential inclement weather this weekend and the distrance some participants and presenters were to travel, the training will now be offered as a Zoom event.
Gather online at 1 pm and then choose one workshop to attend live. Each one hour workshop will be recorded and available to watch afterward.
Workshops
- Innovative Fundraising Strategies – led by Rev. Nathalie Nelson Parker, Rev. Leon F. Parker, III, Cevitas Consulting Group
- Grants for Growth – led by Rev. Keya Hillman, Regional Developer, SW District
- Small Membership Church Financial Record Keeping – led by Denise Wilson, South West District AA
- The Christian’s Pocketbook: Parable of the Talents Meets Modern Financial Planning – led by Tyler Baker, Senior Wealth Advisor, Baker Wealth Group
- Capacity for More – Stewardship – led by Rev. Dr. Phil Schroeder, Senior Pastor, Dunwoody UMC
- Unlock the Revenue Potential of Your Church Facility – led by Rev. Paul Thibodeaux, Senior Pastor, Impact UMC
A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants.
RegisterDisaster Response and Preparedness Training
Saturday, February 7
Laity and clergy are invited and encouraged to attend “Disaster Academy” for local churches on February 7 from 10 am to 2 pm at Watkinsville First UMC.
Sessions will include creating a Church Disaster Response Plan, best practices, partnering, funding, and more. Learn about the Solar Trailer and other tools. Trainers from across Georgia are leading sessions.
This weekend’s winter storm watch is a reminder of the importance of preparation so that United Methodists can stand ready to serve and partner with our communities and our neighbors when we’re needed.
Discipleship and The Next Generation
Saturday, February 28 | 10 am–3 pm | Chamblee First UMC
Community Engagement Training
Saturday, March 7