Registration is ONLINE only, thru August 10.  (There is no onsite registration.)

Registration costs vary with housing and student type. Fees for full-time students range from $100 (non-resident with meals) to $260 (all meals and private room with private bath), depending on type of accommodations. Housing is first come first served to stay on site.

Dates: Friday, August 21 through Saturday, August 22

Location: The Catholic Conference Center, Hickory, North Carolina

Childcare will be NOT be available.

Study books should be ordered in advance; they will not be available for sale at the event. You may order a study book for pickup at Mission u as part of the registration process, if you register by August 10. If you choose to order a book to be delivered to you (which will increase your shipping costs), you may do so at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952501407

• Adult Study:  In A Deep Knowing: Experiencing Emmanuel Through Every Part of Our Lives, author Linda Furtado invites you to encounter “God with us” in powerful, personal, and transformative ways. This eight-session curriculum opens a path to explore how Emmanuel is revealed throughout Scripture—and how that same divine presence continues to walk with us today.Each session encourages you to pause, reflect, and take a closer look at the stories of faith found in the Bible. Through thoughtful readings, meaningful discussions, and personal reflection, you’ll uncover connections between those ancient stories and your own life. As you journey with others, you’ll explore how God is present amid justice struggles, adversity, community heritage, and deep spiritual relationships.Whether the stories are familiar or new, each encounter offers the opportunity to see Scripture with fresh eyes and gain a deeper understanding. This curriculum creates sacred space for spiritual growth, shared insight, and mutual support.

Kindle version of the adult study is available at Amazon.

Hands-on Mission:  UMCOR Menstrual Hygiene Kits

CEU/Advanced Lay Servant Credit: Participants can apply to receive CEU’s and Advanced Lay Servant credit. Forms will be available at Mission u.

Schedule outline:  Check-in will begin at 9:00 AM on Friday, August 21st. Mission u will open with worship Friday at 10:00 AM. Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon and the next session will begin at 1:30 PM. Dinner will be served at 6:00. Breakfast Saturday will be served at 8:00 AM. The study should conclude by about 4:00pm on Saturday.

First-timer Scholarships: Each District offers a $150 scholarship for a person attending Mission u for the first time. Information and applications are available from your District President. Additional scholarship funds are often available through you local unit; contact your unit president for information.

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