Schools of Christian Mission Schools of Christian Mission Click on any of the following pictures from previous Schools of Christian Mission for a larger image. Schools of Christian Mission are an educational experience for United Methodist Women and others wishing to expand their concepts of mission in today's world. They are held every year across the United States. The Women's Division of the General Board of Global Ministries provides a basic plan, recommends resources for study and trains leadership. A school committee in each conference is responsible for putting the plan into action.
Most schools provide separate sessions for adults, youth and children.
Some schools are sponsored by the conference United Methodist Women and are planned for women only. Schools last from 3 to 5 days. Many are Friday night through Sunday noon. They include classes around chosen study themes, worship, large group gatherings, eating together, meeting new people, sharing faith stories, singing, and other planned activities. Some conferences sponsor one-day sampler events to introduce the studies.