Learn How to Empower Laity at Frazer Conference, March 3-5

Have you ever wondered how a United Methodist Church could get more than 90 percent of its laity involved in ministry? How it could pledge a $10 million budget? How one church could reach more than 300 persons on profession of faith every year?

You can learn the answers to these questions and more at the Every Member in Ministry Conference presented by Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church, 6000 Atlanta Highway, in Montgomery, AL, March 3-5.

The event, which is held twice each year, is designed to help church leaders learn how to empower their members to discover their spiritual gifts, equip them to use their gifts in specific ministries, and turn them loose to do ministry. More than 60 workshops are taught by Frazer staff and volunteers who are actively involved in ministries, from children’s worship and computers to urban ministry and marriage preparation.

The seminar begins Friday night at 5 p.m. with registration and supper, followed by an opening session with Frazer’s Senior Minister, Dr. John Ed Mathison. Workshops on Saturday will be from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., with breaks for lunch and supper. A special Praise and Worship Service will be held on Saturday at 7 p.m. A question and answer session with lay leadership kicks off Sunday’s activities, followed by regular Sunday worship services.

Cost for an individual is $195, or $160 per person for groups of ten or more.

Frazer Memorial has more than 8,400 members. In 2005, it took in 666 new members, with 319 of those on profession of faith. The church’s budget for 2006 exceeds $10 million.

A downloadable brochure and registration form is available on Frazer’s website at www.frazerumc.org, or you may call Jane Bridges at 334-272-8622.