The Conference Connectional Ministries team together with the SEJ Conference of the UMC held a training at Bearden UMC. It was on mission team leadership. I have to say that this was an exceptional training. There was much in the way of questions and answers. The person leading the training took the time to be sure everyone had answers or knew where to look to find them.
One of the great things about attending the connectional trainings is getting to see people who don't ordinarily cross your paths. Most people know that I'm part of the Alaska Mission Team with Lafollette United Methodist Church. We're scheduled to leave in June. Today, I had the opportunity to meet and speak with 3 people who have been on this trail before me. Their insights were valuable and helped me feel supported.
Connectionalism isn't just one of the componets of the United Methodist Faith it is one of the best things about this denomination.
I can't wait to put my skills to use. But I will have to. Alaska is calling me first.
Gayle D'Ambrosio-Crabtree
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