THIS WEEK

DakYouth Hotel Block Deadlines
    Get ready for DAKYOUTH 2026 in Aberdeen! Youth in grades 6–12 and adult chaperones are invited to gather for a weekend of worship, leadership, discipleship, service and fun around this year’s theme, “Friends” (John 15:12-13). Register by Sept. 24 to receive the $80 early-bird rate ($100 after Sept. 24). If your group needs lodging, reserve rooms soon—the Quality Inn group rate ends Sept. 13, and the Super 8 East group rate ends Sept. 11. Use the discount code DAKYOUTH when booking. Learn more here.

Scripture Circles for Clergy & Laity | September start
    Scripture Circles for Clergy will take place Mondays, beginning Sept. 14 at 10:30 a.m. CT, or Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 15 at 10:30 a.m. spanning 10 weeks, online. On Mondays beginning Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. CT a circle for laity will be held online for 10 weeks. Join together to discuss and savor the original language and context of scripture in these small group experiences through a combination of spiritual direction and deep bible study. Register now to reserve your spot. A $100 discount is available for those clergy new to Scripture Circles. 

Dakotas/Minnesota Methodist Foundation Open House | Sept. 21, 3-6 p.m.
    You’re invited to an Open House at the Dakotas | Minnesota Methodist Foundations’ new Sioux Falls office. Join us as we celebrate this new space and welcome friends, partners, neighbors, and members of our wider ministry community. Stop by for refreshments and conversation at our new space and connect with the Foundation staff. 3900 Technology Circle, Suite 7 Sioux Falls, SD. Our office is located on the north side of the building complex. This is a come-and-go gathering.

RESOURCES

Do No Harm Virtual Conference | Nov. 12–14, 2026
    This November, GCSRW invites the whole connection to Do No Harm — a virtual conference equipping individuals and the Church to prevent sexual harm and foster trauma-informed care. For the first time since its inception in 2006, the gathering is fully online. Thursday and Friday offer professional development for those who lead prevention, response, and training; Saturday is a public witness for everyone, centered on truth-telling, healing, and solidarity, offered on a sliding scale. Ashley Judd and Rachael Denhollander headline. November 12–14, 2026. Register here.

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

2026 Advent Study with Bishop Lanette | Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 7-8:15 p.m., online.
    Save the date for this beloved tradition! This Advent, join Bishop Lanette Plambeck for When Hope Is Born, a four-session journey through Scripture exploring the sacred work of midwifery: noticing what God is bringing to life, tending what is vulnerable, making room for what is emerging, and courageously participating in the birth of hope. Learn more here. 

Let's Preach 2026-27
    Clergy, The Dakotas-Minnesota Area of The UMC invites you to grow your preaching skills. Join two great opportunities to continue learning. Attend the PREACH! 2026 gathering, then participate as a small group in Let's Preach! throughout 2026 and 2027.

Save the Date! Dog-Eared Disciples | Beginning 9-10:30 a.m. CDT, online
    Save the date for this book study initiative from Bishop Lanette Plambeck. Registration and more details will be available in coming weeks.

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Jobs Available
    We're hiring! The following positions are open across the Dakotas Conference.
    Find more information on our Conference website.
    Non-Traditional Worship Leader | Asbury UMC, Sioux Falls, SD
    Digital Ministries Coordinator | Asbury UMC, Sioux Falls, SD
    Part-Time Nursery Care Worker | Asbury UMC, Sioux Falls, SD
    Part-time Campus Ministry Director | First UMC, Brookings, SD
    Coordinator of Youth Ministries | Yankton First UMC, Yankton, SD
    Music Coordinator | Flame of Faith UMC, West Fargo, ND