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The Iowa Conference's newest district superintendent, Rev. Dr. Michel Lundula of the Camp Clear Lake district, discerned his first appointment earlier this month, saying that he feels blessed about being a part of the cabinet.    "Making appointments is a process that requires prayers and discernment, and I've been in that process today. I've been blessed as a district superintendent to make my very first official appointment. That came after a prayerful moment, after a moment of discerning and ...

Emerging Leaders — By Faith Magazine Reprinted with permission   In most of our UMC conferences, there are young (primarily but not exclusively) persons who show great promise as future leaders for their churches and/or communities. Their ability to get things done and inspire others cannot be ignored. In a time of uncertainty as the UMC faces schism, membership and a growing skepticism, gifted, high-performing leaders will be mandatory. We are providing space in our magazine to honor these ...

This summer, the Lake View United Methodist Church began a successful new ministry giving 83 school supply-filled backpacks to preschool through 6th-grade students in their community.   “Our church works with the food pantry that’s located here in town. We knew that the need for donations to the food pantry kept going up and up. And if the needs at the food pantry are up, the needs are also obviously up in other areas of people’s lives,” said Deanna Berry, member of Lake View UMC.    Inflation ...

Written by Rev. Ryan Christenson “I feel the spirit of Pentecost with us this afternoon!” shared Rev. Dr. Michel Lundula, during the August 14 installation service, celebrating the start of his ministry as District Superintendent of the Camp Clear Lake district of The Iowa Conference of The United Methodist Church. View an album of images from the service “Because you are part of the Church, God has a mission for each one of us … The transformation of the world begins with the recognition of ...

Thousands of bike riders from all over the country and the world rode right past the Ida Grove First United Methodist Church. The congregation took its moment in the spotlight to shine and share some true United Methodist hospitality, serving 1,007 meals to RAGBRAI riders.   RAGBRAI, Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, is in its 49th season and highlights the state’s towns each July. It is an “epic eight-day rolling festival of bicycles, music, food, camaraderie, and community. It ...

Storm Lake United Methodist Church is preparing for its 7th Annual School Supply Giveaway on August 13 and expects to serve about 600 children and youth through its B.L.E.S.S. ministry. It’s estimated that over the seven years, the church has served 2,073 students in the area and beyond.   The B.L.E.S.S. Ministry, which stands for Bless & Love Everyone School Supplies, was started after former Storm Lake UMC Pastor Matt Miller made a comment to lay member and volunteer Sarah Low in the office.  ...

We would like to invite you to attend the installation service for Rev. Dr. Michel Lundula as the District Superintendent for the Camp Clear Lake District on Sunday, August 14 at 3:30 p.m. at the Storm Lake United Methodist Church - 211 E 3rd St. Storm Lake, IA 50588. A reception will be held following the service. We will also be taking an offering to support the ministry of Lake Okoboji Camp and Retreat Center. If you cannot make the service but would like to give, visit our website. Please ...