LIFT Renewal Ministries

LIFT Conference - University UMC, Redlands

Date: November 22 2008
Time: 3 pm
Location: University United Methodist Church - 940 East Colton Ave at the corner of Division Street
Map & Directions: http://www.bygraceunited.net/NeedaMap.dsp

Monthly LIFT Conference for the congregation of University UMC. Stimulating topics and conversation, and always lots of fun and fellowship. Everybody’s welcome!

LIFT Conference - Victorville UMC

Date: November 23 2008
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Victorville United Methodist Church
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/392hrw

Monthly LIFT Conference for the congregation of Victorville UMC. Stimulating topics and conversation, and always lots of fun and fellowship.

Christmas Open House - LIFT Offices

Date: December 07 2008
Time: 1pm - 5 pm
Location: 6725 Friends Ave, Uptown Whittier, between Philadelphi and Bailey
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/5g9ldb

LIFT Renewal Ministries is ringing in the Christmas Season!
You’re invited to our Annual Holiday Celebration - great refreshments and fellowship!  Everybody’s welcome.

LIFT Conference - Magnolia Park UMC

Date: December 10 2008
Time: 7 pm , Second Wednesday of each month.
Location: Magnolia Park UMC - 2828 W. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA, corner of Magnolia and Catalina
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/2kxqoh

Monthly LIFT Conferences at Magnolia Park UMC, presenting stimulating topics for conversation, including lots of fun and fellowship. Everyone is welcome!

LIFT Conference - Trinity UMC

Date: December 15 2008
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: Trinity UMC, 705 East "I" Street, Ontario
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/3a6j9k

Monthly LIFT Conference for the congregation of Trinity UMC. Stimulating topics and conversation, and always lots of fun and fellowship. 

Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Worship at Trinity UMC - Pastor Bill preaching

Date: December 24 2008
Time: 11 pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, corner of Campus and "I" Streets, Ontario, CA

Celebrate the birth of our Lord, with carols, scripture, Holy Communion, and candllelight at 11pm Christmas Eve. 

Inside the Pastors Studio - January 13, 2009

Date: January 13 2009
Time: Tuesday - 8:30am to 4:30 pm
Location: LIFT Ministries Office, 6725 S. Friends, Whittier, CA 90601 Just south of Whittier First UMC, between Philadelphia and Bailey
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/yufdgq

Specially designed for clergy serving local congregations, the Pastors Studio opens for its 6th session on Tuesday, January 13th, 2009.  You are invited to spend a day away with your colleagues in worship and candid conversation about the craft and craftsmanship of ministry.  Registration for the day-long event is $50, which includes continental breakfast and lunch - advance registration is appreciated. (Optional evening activity for those who wish to continue the conversation after the Studio closes will be offered) Send an e-mail to LIFT by clicking on the “contact” tab at the top of the page.

“Feed My Sheep” - Community Evangelism Event at Garden Grove United Methodist Church

Date: February 20 2009
Time: February 20 and 21
Location: Garden Grove UMC, 12741 Main Street
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/5eg6ek

A 2-Day Celebration of Jesus the Christ, open to the community!  Worship, uplifting music, and a powerful message brought by Pastor Bill Johnson, who will be the visiting evangelist for the event.
Friday, Feb. 20 - Worship at 7 pm
Saturday, Feb. 21 - Bible Study @ 2pm, Free Concert @ 4pm, Community Potluck @ 5pm, Worship Celebration @ 7pm
free will offering

Lectionary Reading Week for Preachers - October 6-9, 2009

Date: October 06 2009
Time: October 6 - 9, 2009
Location: Aldersgate Retreat Center, Pacific Palisades
Map & Directions: http://tinyurl.com/354huv

Facilitated by Rev. William Johnson, LIFT Renewal Ministries and Rev. Mark Feldmeir, San Dieguito UMC.  Set your preaching ministry for the coming year in a working retreat and study setting.  Reservations required.  Call (562) 789-0880 or e-mail Co-sponsored by the Cal-Pac Board of Camping and Outdoor Ministry and LIFT Renewal Ministries.

Check out the full article here from the 2008 event:  http://tinyurl.com/64z4nn

Want to talk to some folks who participated last year before you decide?  Call Rev. Steve Peralta (805) 495-7215 or Rev. Melissa Rusler (714) 542-3551.