Eclipse Viewing

Abbey Road Christian Church opened their hearts, their church, their spacious grounds, and their beautiful labyrinth to welcome those who gathered from around the country to witness the solar eclipse on Monday. A brief worship service and reflection, led by Paul Koch and David Woodard, preceded totality.

Thank you ARCC for extending your kindness and generosity!

Bootheel Leadership Workshop April 20th

All Mid-America church leaders are invited to this FREE workshop on Saturday, April 20th at First Christian Church in Sikeston. Workshop choices will include being an elder/deacon, discernment, technology, and engaging scripture. Lunch will also be served. This is a great opportunity for both clergy & laity. Learn more & get registered today>

Bridgeton Grant Awarded

Fifth Street Christian Church has been awarded the first Bridgeton Grant for this year. They are installing two new chair lifts in their facility - just in time for hosting the annual African American Convocation this Saturday! Additional funds are available, so congregations are invited to review the criteria and submit an application>

Congratulations also to Fifth Street's Elder Alvin Cobbins, who was just elected to the Columbia school board!

Anti-Racism Events

Space is still available in the online Anti-Racism Pro-Reconciliation Justice Ministries training that will take place on Saturday, April 27. This is an introductory level course and all are welcome. Registration is due by next Saturday, April 20. Learn more & register>

As a supporting member of Eden Theological Seminary's Center for Lived Faith & Organizing, Mid-America enjoys a limited number of free enrollments for their seminars. Coming up on May 3 is Disrupting White Christian Nationalism: Cultural Roots to Election Outcomes. One of the leaders is WGCC pastor Rev. Dr. Jeff Moore.. Learn more here and please contact the St. Louis office if you'd like to attend.

Around the Region

Four times per year, the Fredericktown CC CWF collects items for the Madison County Food Bank. In March they donated a whole truckload of cereal!

Dozens gathered at Compton Heights CC on Sunday to worship God and give thanks for Rev. Katherine Kinnamon's life of ministry and service, as she officially retires as our Associate Regional Minister for the Regional Commission on the Order of Ministry.

The worship service was led by Regional Ministers Ron Routledge and Paul Koch, seen here at Table alongside Katherine. Madeline Haraway, Regional board moderator, presented gifts and well wishes on behalf of the board at a reception following the worship service

Faith CC had a fantastic Holy Week. and were so grateful for the extra hymnals and choir robes they received. They had a moving Last Supper, Maundy Thursday Service together with Hermitage CC. Then this last weekend, 24 of their congregation met in Branson for the Young Christian Weekend and an adult retreat!

Spring Spark in Springfield this Saturday

Spring Spark is more than just an event; it's the first of hopeful seasonal celebrations designed to bring the Springfield community together in a vibrant, inclusive, and playful environment. It will include live music, playful activities, space for belonging, and a yogurt bar! National Avenue CC is one of the supporters & encourages all to attend. More>