Mission u 2021 is coming to you virtually this July with a three-day and a one-day class! Choose from two study options including: Bearing Witness in the Kin-dom and Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools.

This three day virtual study will be offered in English.

Cost: $25
Registration Deadline: July 5
Schedule:
Thursday, July 15 | 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday, July 16 | 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 17 | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This one day virtual study will be offered in English, Korean and Spanish.

Cost: $15
Registration Deadline: July 12
Schedule:
Saturday, July 24 | 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.

In Jesus’ own words, he came to bring good news to the poor, release the captives, restore sight to the blind, and to let the oppressed go free. What is the responsibility of the church to follow Christ’s example in word and deed? While these times might feel particularly turbulent, society has always confronted the church with challenging issues where she has had to discern how God was calling her. The church’s track record in these moments is far from perfect. The purpose of this study is to help the church and its members discern our call and bear witness to the will of God for a more just world.

• Book: Bearing Witness in the Kin-dom, by Darryl W. Stephens
  *Please indicate in your registration if you would like us to mail your study book.
• Three Day Study Leader: Rev. Elizabeth Vaneekhoven
• One Day Study Leader: James McKeever, Ph.D. 1-Day

July 24, One Day Class in Spanish: Click here Flipbook link
Book: Dar testimonio en el reino relacional de Dios
Study Leader: TBD

July 24, One Day Class in Korean: Click here Flipbook link
Book: 하나님의 가족 공동체를 보여주라
Study Leader: TBD

A social issue study on the continuing concern about the school-to-prison pipeline with an emphasis on the impact on young women of color through case studies. The theological connection is explored in the accompanying study guide. Key connections to the Bible, the Wesleyan tradition, United Methodist Women’s history, and Charter for Racial Justice enrich and provide practical tools for action.

• Book: Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools, by Dr. Monique Morris
  *Please indicate in your registration if you would like us to mail your study book.
• Study Guide: by Rev. Vanessa Wilson
• Three Day Study Leaders: Alana Walls and Reverend Maritza Gonzalez
• One Day Study Leaders: Yvonne Bouknight and Kathy Schulz

*Registration fees are non-refundable. If you need to make arrangements by check, email Marcia Roebuck.
*All sessions will be recorded and shared as a resource for future use.

The funds received will be divided equally between:

• CUMAC in Paterson
• Respond, Inc in Camden

CUMAC’s mission is in fighting hunger through a holistic, trauma-informed approach. CUMAC provides groceries (fresh produce, dairy, meat, and other staples) along with necessities for families and individuals in need. They also “rescue” food from large facilities/stores where the food is nearing expiration date by picking up and directly delivering those items to families in need.

Respond’s mission meets the needs for their community. In 2021, this includes childcare services in six locations and an automotive program. Historically, they have provided daycare for seniors and homeless men. Their culinary program will reopen post-COVID-19, and they are in need of PPE supplies and diapers.