Alex Shanks

Pastor, father of Jack and Lily Kate, husband of Angela, lover of sports (especially Duke Basketball), etc.

[Florida Conference @FLUMC]

Thank you for attending #FLUMC23! We value your feedback. Please take this brief survey and let us know what improvements can be made for next year: https://t.co/pfYnjRqxuM

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

Dear Clergy and Lay Members to Annual Conference:
Thank you for attending our Annual Conference 2022 session! We value your feedback. Please take this brief survey and let us know what improvements can be made for next year: https://t.co/Rpgbrr2J5h
#FLUMC22

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

Lake Hollingsworth Drive is closed this morning for a 5k. Should reopen around 7:45 am. May need a few extra minutes or use an alternate route. See you soon. We start at 8:30 am. #flumc22

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

@DupreTyger Cokesbury chose not to come. We welcomed them!

[Florida Conference @FLUMC]

"We want to create a spiritual home for all people. Everyone, no matter your theological perspective...everyone will have a home in the United Methodist Church." @AShanksFL #FLUMC22 #FutureofTheUMC #BeUMC

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

@BraveStStuart @KevinThorn @TheMattDailey We had planned for more time this afternoon but some things ran over today. Thanks for the feedback.

[Stephen R. Bell @StephenRBell]

We are so excited to host @FLUMC’s Annual Conference on the @FLSouthern Campus!

For all the #FLUMC22 Attendees, here is the shuttle, parking, and food map!

Day 1 here we go! @AShanksFL @bishopkencarter

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

I understand from others this is a great book written by a faithful servant and colleague. Check it out. Painting With Ashes ⁦@reverendwild1⁩ https://t.co/EBSWjOpI1x

[Ken Carter @bishopkencarter]

Prayers this evening for those in the path of the #tornadoes in KY + TN. We will listen and learn of your needs and soon respond as a church that is a connection of giving + receiving. @UMC_UMCOR

[Florida Conference @FLUMC]

Today our brothers & sisters in #Haiti were struck by a 7.2 magnitude earthquake. You can help! More details here: https://t.co/K5RgbmzJgT #PrayforHaiti #Haitiearthquake2021

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

@dannykanell Manzano’s in New Smyrna Beach is great. Hope you are well @dannykanell

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

To all who attended the Florida Annual Conference, we want to hear from you. Fill out the evaluation and offer your feedback to the planning team. Thanks for your participation #flumc21 https://t.co/mnh2AdBOKU

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

From Bishop Carter’s opening prayer written by Tom Langford #flumc21

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

Good morning. We hope you will join us for day 2 of annual conference. This morning we will hear about Fresh Expressions, Fill the Table, Clergy Care, and our work on anti-racism. #flumc21

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

@svoigt530 It is working now

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

Welcome back after our lunch break. We are having trouble with livestream but are working on it. #flumc21

[Florida Conference @FLUMC]

#MaundyThursday prayer by Rev. @AShanksFL

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

This is exciting!

[Ken Carter @bishopkencarter]

The ⁦@FLUMC⁩ set a goal of sharing 3 million meals with our neighbors across #Florida during #covid. This 90 second update will lift your spirit! https://t.co/yW2RIOVWTS

[Alex Shanks @AShanksFL]

The church we attend is looking for their next youth director. Please spread the word. First UMC Lakeland. #flumc https://t.co/PT7eT12Cxo

[Ken Carter @bishopkencarter]

Very sad to learn of the death of my friend Bishop John Yambasu of Sierra Leone. A man full of life, joy, faith and love for his people. Rest In Peace and Rise in Glory!

https://t.co/Unq3wcN0qJ