New Life Methodist Church in Salado | October 11 | 10 am - Noon  [email laurengreenyates@midtexas.org to register]

Join Jim Noble and Sandra Fowler for a look at tax issues impacting ministers on October 20 from 11:30a - 1:00p (CST).

This session will provide a look into the definition of a minister according to both the Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service, and what that means for the minister employee. Participants will gain a better understanding of the dual tax status unique to ministers and will be able to correctly designate and account for the minister’s housing allowance. We will also discuss income and expense plans related to ministerial employees.
Email Jim Noble for the link.

The Spirit & Truth Weekend is a powerful event on November 7-8, 2025, at Asbury Methodist Church in Corpus Christi, TX, TX.

People from around MidTexas will gather to seek the presence of God and be equipped for ministry. We will learn more about Jesus’ invitation into a life that is beyond ordinary, where we walk in the power of the Holy Spirit and partner with Him as witnesses to the world. This special event is free to anyone who wants to participate.

If you can stay longer, Matt Reynolds, founder and president of Spirit & Truth, will be preaching at Asbury Methodist Church on Sunday, November 9!

Contact Forrest Deviney at forrest.deviney@asburycc.org with questions or to register!

     Make your plans now for ANEW 2025. ANEW is a day-long gathering of MidTexas Conference women in a retreat atmosphere with guest speaker Kelly Minter and featured speakers Rev. Bequi Flores and Bishop Leah Hidde-Gregory. There will be testimony, teaching, and powerful worship.  Click here to purchase your tickets! Tickets are on sale now for the regular price of $50. After October 15, the ticket price will increase to $60. Make your plans now to be in Temple for this inspiring time.    
     About the Guest Speaker: Kelly Minter is passionate about God’s Word and believes it permeates all of life. The personal healing and steadfast hope she’s found in the pages of Scripture fuel her passion to connect God’s Word to our everyday lives. When she’s not writing or teaching, you can find her tending her garden, taking a walk with friends, cooking for her nieces and nephews, riding a boat down the Amazon River, or walking through a Moldovan village with Justice & Mercy International. Kelly is also working on her M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies at Denver Seminary.

 The NextGen Ministry Summit is a one-day offering of The Revive Movement and the MidTexas Conference of the Global Methodist Church.

OUR GOAL IS TWO-FOLD:
-Assist students who are exploring a call to full-time vocational ministry and,
-To help resource persons who work with children, youth, and emerging adults. We desire to make disciples, preach the Gospel, and provide tools to help those serving the next generation of clergy and lay leaders in the traditional Wesleyan/Methodist heritage.

Who Should Participate: All youth ages 12 to 18 and adults who work with students and children are invited
When: November 8th, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: First Methodist Church, Waco, 4901 Cobbs Dr, Waco, TX 76710
Cost: $25

Schedule:
9:30 AM: Check-in, coffee & donuts
10:00 AM: Opening worship
11:00 AM: Breakout Session 1 (Teaching Focused)
12:00 PM: Lunch & conversation table
1:00 PM: Breakout Session 2 (Application/Group discussion/Q&A/Sharing/Accountability)
2:00 PM: Closing worship

Breakouts:
-Call to Ministry: For students feeling called into ministry with Rusty Freeman and Bishop Scott Jones
-Young Adult Ministry with Leigh Gettman-Allan of Tyler Street Methodist and Brandon Shook of Fusion
-Student Ministry with Jonah Robson of The Woodlands Methodist Church
-Kids Ministry 

     The Spirit & Truth Conference is a powerful event on November 14-15, 2025, at First Methodist Church in Irving, TX. People from around MidTexas will gather to seek the presence of God and be equipped for ministry. We will learn more about Jesus’ invitation into a life that is beyond ordinary, where we walk in the power of the Holy Spirit and partner with him as a witness to the world. This special event is being offered in partnership with the MidTexas Conference of the Global Methodist Church. Speakers will include: Dr. Steve Seamands, Matt Reynolds (who served as a plenary speaker at our most recent Annual Awakening), and the rest of the Spirit & Truth team. Learn more and register at spiritandtruth.life/midtexas.  Cost: $59 (seating is limited, so please register early).

Join Jim Noble and Sandra Fowler for a look at the details churches need to consider as they prepare for the transition between calendar years.

Things to be discussed include policy review, contribution receipt requirements, worker classification, form filing requirements, and updating payroll elections. We will also take a brief look at the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how it affects churches going into the new year.

Email Jim Noble for the webinar link.