Community Conversations
Join UMCRM community members and friends for Zoom conversation on Camp/Retreat Ministry topics -- all are welcome.

Every other Wednesday on Zoom at 12 pm PT / 3 pm ET

UMCRM Community Conversations are a free, regular, virtual opportunity to connect and learn together around topics that matter to United Methodist Camp & Retreat Ministry leaders.

Watch S'more Mail & email for details on upcoming Conversations!

Upcoming 2026 Community Conversations
Community Is at the Heart of Community Conversations and We Are Reclaiming It
Community Conversations are getting a refresh in 2026, and we are excited to begin the year by returning to what made these gatherings meaningful in the first place: connection, shared wisdom, and learning from one another. Community Conversations will follow a new, more relational flow designed to spark deeper engagement and practical insight. Learn more about the refresh by watching this short video!

All are welcome. Bring your curiosity, your experience, and your voice.
New Zoom Link for 2026!
Upcoming Community Conversation: "What You Need to Know: Effective Employee Onboarding"

Wednesday, March 25, 12 noon PT / 3:00pm ET

Next week's UMCRM Community Conversation will explore the key elements of a successful onboarding process, from building a welcoming first impression to ensuring compliance with camp policies and procedures and state and federal requirements.

Our guest presenter, Tricia Baker, is the Executive Director of Human Resources at UMC General Council on Finance & Administration (GCFA / UMC Support). Tricia provides day-to-day guidance to the HR team, providing oversight related to benefits, compensation, employee relations, recruitment, and administration of the Human Resources Information System. She also provides Human Resources support to the external groups that partner with GCFA. If you hire and supervise camp and retreat staff, this session is for you. Bring your questions, concerns, and insights. Join the Zoom

2026 Community Conversation Recordings