Community Demonstration Programs (Models)
SPSARV is committed to identifying existing and developing new models of effective prevention, intervention, treatment and advocacy approaches for clergy and laity. Models, such as its Peer Counseling model used within the African Central Conferences, have been an invaluable resource tool to clergy and lay leadership working in substance abuse ministry.
Education
Creating awareness and providing information and materials for responses
Grant Awards
SPSARV offers limited funding to ministries of United Methodists and partnering faith-based organizations. Interested persons may download the application from our website or contact the SPSARV office.
SPSARV grant information and application
Training and Networking:
SPSARV conducts workshops, trainings and networking opportunities throughout the global church. In addition, SPSARV supports various networks including the European Board on Alcohol and Other Drug Concerns (established in 1993) and the African Task Force on Substance Abuse and Related Violence (established in 2005).Core Competencies Training for Religious Leaders
- Northeastern Jurisdiction in Madison, NJ, March 12-13, 2007
- Southeastern Jurisdiction in Charlotte, NC, March 19-20, 2007
- South Central Jurisdiction in Little Rock, AR, April 18-19, 2007
- Invitiational Letter
This letter is available in two formats:
Word (2 pp, 378K) 
PDF (2 pp, 40K) - Registration Form
This form is available in two formats:Word (2 pp, 134K) PDF (2 pp, 58K)
Faith Partners Congregational Team Training Series
- Northeastern Jurisdiction in Chatham, NJ
Congregational Team Leaders: May 10, 2007
Congregational Team: September 28-29, 2007 - South Central Jurisdiction in Little Rock, AR
Congregational Team Leaders: May 14, 2007
Congregational Team: October 19-20, 2007 - Southeastern Jurisdiction in Charlotte, NC
Congregational Team Leaders: May 17, 2007
Congregational Team: September 21-22, 2007 - Faith Partners/Congregational Team Training Registration PDF (2 pp, 133K)
Full Details of Events on SPSARV Events Postcard PDF (2 pp, 113K)
SPSARV offers its resources to all levels of the United Methodist connection - including conferences, local and partnering churches and mission institutions - and to ecumenical and community partners. Contact the SPSARV office for more information on the resources above.
