Participants from 10 states gathered Jan. 14-17 in Gatlinburg to mark the 20th year of Resurrection, Holston's winter spiritual event for youth.

While most participants came from Holston congregations, a record-breaking 35 groups from outside the conference joined the crowd in the first weekend of Resurrection 2005. Out-of-conference groups include United Methodists from outside Holston or others outside the denomination.

This weekend (Jan. 21-23), a second group of thousands will convene, bringing the two-weekend total attendance to about 11,500. Resurrection includes preaching, praise music, and talent presentations from each district (see photo).

For a complete report, see the upcoming Jan. 28 edition of The Call.
Learn more about Resurrection

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Wanted: Musical groups for Annual Conference 2005

The Annual Conference Worship Planning Committee has extended the deadline for musical groups wishing to participate in Holston's next annual gathering at Lake Junaluska, N.C.

Choirs are invited to submit audiotapes or videotapes featuring two anthems of differing styles. Videotapes from liturgical dance groups and mime troupes are also invited.

Send tapes by Feb. 15 to: Lynn Hutton, 7234 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37909.
Annual Conference will be held June 12-15.

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Here’s a continuing ed opportunity for parish nurses

Parish nurses, RNs, LPNs, and social workers are invited to an oncology clinical update seminar on Friday, Feb. 18, at Cokesbury Center in Knoxville from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sponsored by Tennessee Wesleyan College-Fort Sanders Nursing, the continuing education event costs $50 and includes a continental breakfast, lunch and CE contact hours. For more information, e-mail Alice Grady or call (865) 777-5100.

Find out more about TWC-Fort Sanders Nursing

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UM Men finalize plans for ‘Day With the Bishop’

The Holston Conference United Methodist Men have finalized plans for their "Day With the Bishop" on Saturday, Feb. 26, at First Morristown UMC. The agenda begins at 9 a.m. with registration, followed by business, lunch, and worship with Bishop James Swanson.

A $10 fee is payable at the door. All Holston men are invited. Register by Feb. 19 by e-mailing Jim Ball or calling (276) 686-5284.

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Hiwassee College announces Scholarship Day 2005

Hiwassee College will host Scholarship Day on Saturday, Feb. 26. Graduating high school seniors are encouraged to compete for academic, departmental, performance, and service scholarships. Interviews will also be held for the Allison Scholars Program, which awards scholarships to students pursuing a career in ministry or church vocations. Contact the admission office at 1-800-356-2187 for more information.

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Adventure awaits: Young adults needed for missions

The General Board of Global Ministries (GBGM) is recruiting young adults for its mission intern and US 2 programs in 2005. Application deadline for both programs is Feb. 1. The age range is 20 to 30 years old.

In the US 2 program, young adults serve in mission in the United States for a two-year commitment. In the mission intern program, young adults serve in an overseas assignment and in their own country for three years.

Learn more from the GBGM site

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Numbers: Give these Holston churches a hand

Twenty congregations paid more than 100 percent of their Fair Share apportionments in 2004, Treasurer Clyde McDonald reports. Among those churches, 10 districts were represented. In all, 693 congregations paid 100 percent of their apportionments, an increase from 675 in 2003.

The Holston Conference is comprised of about 925 churches. See the upcoming Jan. 28 edition of The Call for a complete report.

Visit the treasurer's office web page

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Feb. 14-17: Ministers’ Convocation

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