http://www.awfumc.org/calendar.aspnothing provideden-usWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESTWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=2922http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=2922The Conference Council and Finance and Administration (CFA) will meet on February 9, 2012 beginning at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Conference Resource Center (100 Interstate Park Drive, Suite 120, Montgomery, AL 36109). For more information, please contact Frank Dunnewind 1-888-873-3127 or 334-274-2051. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3011http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3011What is Parish NursingParish nursing, also known as Congregational Nursing or Faith Community Nursing, is a specialty practice of professional nursing and a professional model of health ministry that focuses on whole person health promotion and disease prevention from a faith perspective.TheIda V Moffett School of Nursing at Samford University, Alabama WMU, and Baptist Health System are hosting a Basic Preparation For Parish Nurses February 10 - 11, 2012 and March 2 - 4, 2012 at Shocco Springs CWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3063http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3063Elementary Winter Retreat 2012 February 10 - 12, 2012is for 3rd- 5th graders. The retreat will be held at Blue Lake.This year we will discover the Secrets of the Universe with our special guests The Lads. Winter Retreat is a great chance to check out camp for the first time or get your Blue Lake fix before the summer comes around again. The early bird discount ends December 5th so donrsquo;t wait! Click here to register and for more details. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3235http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3235Huge Habitat for Humanity yard saleSaturday, February 11, 2012 beginning at 7:00 a.m. at thePike CountyHabitatfor Humanity.We will have a large amount of building materials, household items, lumber, flooring, doors, furniture (including a full bedroom set), and more!All at great prices, and your money helps build housing in Pike County.We will also have Bluebird Houses for sale, made by our Troy University volunteers - its the perfect time to put them up for the spring.To donate building materiaWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=2982http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=2982The Demopolis District will host a quot;Day of Methodist Singingquot; on February 12, 2012 at Linden United Methodist Church beginning at 3:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, please contact the district office. 334-289-0519. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3231http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3231Gulf Shores United Methodist Church will host their Hispanic Ministryrsquo;s (San Miguel Mission) fundraiser on Sunday, February 12, 2012 beginning at 11 a.m. The Mission will serve a homemade, gourmet Mexican lunch, featuring tamales, tacos, and toasts seasoned with chicken and chipotle. Proceeds will go towards the hispanic ministry. For more information, please call the church office 251.968.2411. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3149http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3149The Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits, in conjunction with the Conference Board of Ordained Ministry, will host a Clergy Retirement Seminar in Pensacola, FL on February 13 and 14, 2012. The seminar will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.The seminar begins at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 13 and ends at noon on Tuesday, February 14. Active clergy 50 years and older and their spouses are encouraged to attend. Participation is limited to the first twenty (20) clergy persons and theirWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3232http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3232Gulf Shores United Methodist Churchinvite all women to ldquo;Where the Spirit of the Lord Isrdquo; on Monday, February 13, 2012. Dinner will be served at5:30 pmin the Fellowship Hall and worship will begin at 6:00 p.m.in the sanctuary.Please call 251-968-2411 to sign up for the meal. Guest speaker will be Rev. Anita Brown and worship leader will be Gulf Shores own Rev. Julianna Mobley Cooper. Below is a downloadable flyer. Anita Brown has been a pastor in the United Methodist Church since 2007Wed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3096http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3096Greetings in the mighty name of King Jesus! Heres an excellent opportunity for your spiritually mature youth to explore the call God has put on their lives! The Pensacola District Committee on Lay Speaking is offering the basic lay speaking course for youth only on February 17-18, 2012, at Ft Walton Beach First UMC. Click here for the registration flier. In this training event we explore together topics such as servant and spiritual leadership, caring ministries, basic communication sWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3114http://www.awfumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=3114Lay Speaking Basic Course ndash; Youth Only!!The Pensacola District Committee on Lay Speaking will offer a basic lay speaking course for youth onlyFebruary 17-18, 2012. All youth ages 14-24 arewelcome to attend with the approval of their pastor. This course lays the framework for leadership in Lay Speaking Ministry. During this course, youth will explore topics such as servant and spiritual leadership, caring ministries, basic communication skills, sharing your faith, and leading meetings. ThisWed, 8 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST