Minnesota's United Methodist Churches are divided into five districts, each with a district superintendent appointed to oversee churches and pastors in the district.
Superintending the work in the Big Waters District
susan.nienaber@minnesotaumc.org / (612) 230-6153
Church conference forms, appointments and events for superintendent and cabinet, general assistance to churches and pastors
laurie.huston@minnesotaumc.org / (612) 230-6153
3 Simple Rules for Social Media
Audio of SPRC training Part 1 and Part 2 (conflict)
Conference Sexual Miscounduct Policy and Safe Gatherings Best Practices
Dealing with difficult behaviors
Nine characteristics of clergy leadership
Sample Electronic Communications Policy
SPRC effective and ineffective
Staff Liaisons: Helpful or Hurtful?
Susan Nienaber asked the pastors of the Big Waters churches to submit a photo or two showing their church at its best. Some provided a shot of their building while others provided a shot of their congregation in action. View the album of photos.
Summer 2016 article: The joy (and challenge) of being in community
Christian community is like a pond in that it is constantly changing, Rev. Susan Nienaber said in her latest column. There are times when we are close and work well together. There are times when we sense the powerful presence of God in our midst, and our activities and worship are filled with purpose and meaning. However, sometimes there is breakdown in our Christian community and struggle. Sometimes there is a loss of energy and decline. Sometimes we are hurtful to each other and disappoint one another. It takes courage and hope to stay in community with each other.
Resource article: Why we aren't learning