Ideally, everyone could attend the "Toward An Inclusive Church" Conference this Friday, Nov. 16, at St. Andrew UMC in Centennial, Colo., sponsored by the United Methodist Association of Retired Clergy. It's not too late to register at umarc.org
"But distance, cost, schedule conflicts, and health issues prevent persons from attending. Therefore, we want to share the terrific speakers and program with you via live streaming," said the Rev. Dr. Donald Messer of UMARC in a press release. "Last year, we could only share the worship services, but this year two of the 'focused conversations' or workshops will be available.For each of these events, viewers need to use a different, clearly marked link below. Remember the times listed are Mountain Standard Time!
9:00 am For Opening Worship with Bishop Thomas Bickerton preaching, click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDVaWO7lVnQ
10:45 a.m For "Focused Conversation" on "How Can We Talk To Each Other In A Polarized Church?", click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ys7yJRDUPDs
1:15 pm For "Focused Conversation" with Bishop Karen Oliveto on her book "Together at the Table: Diversity Without Division," click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IvlHxR6v5I
3:00 p.m. For Closing Communion with Bishop Karen Oliveto preaching, click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0m5267zxoY