Calendar
July 28 - Jul 31, 2024
506 - LPC Summer’s Last Blast 2 Lake Poinsett CampThis is our last blast of the summer! It will be an action-packed few days! Waterfront activities, games, Bible studies, and more. Grades: 6-9
July 28 - Aug 2, 2024
610 - SMC Heritage Camp Storm Mountain CenterExperience high-spirit adventure, action, and hands-on learning about the heritage and history of the Black Hills. Grades: 3-5
July 29 - Aug 1, 2024
765 - WAC Circle of Friends Wesley Acres CampCircle of Friends is the perfect camp for our uniquely gifted friends of all ages. Experience games, boat rides, music, and more. Wesley Acres is a safe and wonderful place for every single one of God’s children. If you have a higher level of need, bring someone to work with you one-on-one, and enjoy the fun. Learn songs, worship, play games, dancing, and experience joy of camp. Ages: Special needs age 10 up to Adult
July 30, 2024
Scripture Circle Facilitators Cohort ZoomThe six-week Scripture Circle Facilitator training will be on June 11, 18, 25 and July 16, 23, 30, at 10:30-12 p.m. CDT. The purpose of this cohort is to better equip you to lead a group in a scripture circle style. To maximize the learning and experience, have a group of 6 to 15 people, ready to study with you in your real world that you can practice on. This cohort is going to be capped at 11 people.
July 31 - Aug 2, 2024
581 - LPC Grandparents & Me 2 (WAITLIST AVAILABLE) Lake Poinsett Camp(WAITLIST AVAILABLE) Calling all grandparents! Bring your grandchildren for a fantastic two night camp! Stay in the beautiful air-conditioned rooms at the Living Waters Retreat Center. Spend time experiencing God in a multitude of ways. Campers will have Bible studies, arts and crafts, games, and more. Ages: Grandparent(s) with Child(ren) Ages 5-12
August 1, 2024
Investing in Leaders Resource Grant (Educational Debt Reduction)Investing in Leaders Resource Grant (Educational Debt Reduction) The 2024 application of this grant for clergy is now open.
August 2 - Aug 4, 2024
612 - SMC Lover of God’s Hills Storm Mountain CenterStroll the Hills with new and old friends. Ages: Adults 50+
August 4 - Aug 7, 2024
609 - SMC God, Guys, and Golf Storm Mountain CenterJoin us for several days of good fellowship, great food and playing on three elite courses in the Black Hills, or biking some of the amazing area trails. Evenings are spent in fellowship, devotion, and enjoying classic camp activities. Ages: Adult Men
August 7 - Aug 10, 2024
620 - SMC Summer’s Last Blast Storm Mountain CenterFinish your summer strong with the joy of camp and the love of Christ! Grades: 3-5
August 9 - Aug 11, 2024
601 - SMC A Rockin’ Experience Storm Mountain CenterJoin us for two days of beginning rock climbing while experiencing God’s wonders of the granite rock formations. Grades: 6-8
August 11 - Aug 13, 2024
Clergy Women’s Retreat - 2024 Lake Poinsett2024 Dakotas/Minnesota UMC Clergy Women's Retreat has been scheduled for Sunday, August 4, 2024 - Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
August 26, 2024
Required Quadrennial Clergy Training: Becoming Whole and Holy LeadersAll appointed clergy and assigned laity in pastoral roles will learn how healthy boundaries and ethics move us to wholeness and holiness.
August 27, 2024
Required Quadrennial Clergy Training: Becoming Whole and Holy LeadersAll appointed clergy and assigned laity in pastoral roles will learn how healthy boundaries and ethics move us to wholeness and holiness.
August 29, 2024
Fresh Expressions coaching call ZoomMonthly Coaching session are for Fresh Expressions practitioners and their teams. Participants will learn from each other as they process the loving first journey together. Participants will share stories, ideas and get support from others. Michael Beck will facilitate these calls.
September 2, 2024
Labor Day - Office is closedHave a happy and safe Labor Day! God Bless You!
September 5 - Sep 8, 2024
605 - SMC Circle of Friends Storm Mountain CenterAn accessible and exciting camp experience geared for school-aged and older campers of all abilities. Ages: Special needs age 10 up to adult
October 14, 2024
Native American Day Floating holiday for Conference staffObserving Native American Day.
October 25 - Oct 27, 2024
624 - SMC Relax, Refresh, Renew Storm Mountain CenterJoin us for a refreshing women's weekend retreat. Ages: Adult Women
November 28 - Nov 29, 2024
Thanksgiving - Conference Office ClosedThe Dakotas Conference office will be closed November 23-24, 2023, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We wish you a blessed Thanksgiving and give thanks for all your gifts and offerings to the Lord.
December 24 - Dec 25, 2024
Christmas - Conference office closedConference office is closed in observance of Christmas.
