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From the Bishop
UMC Billboards in NC: “Hate Divides, Love Unites”
The North Carolina Conference is partnering with the Western North Carolina Conference to display billboards across our state with the message, “Hate Divides, Love Unites.” Bishop Connie Shelton said, “We […]
Disaster Ministries
Hurricane Helene Disaster Response
Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Western North Carolina and across the Southeast in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding and severe weather. Learn how you can help support disaster relief efforts.
Prayers for Unity
In this season, we’re reminded of our call to unity. We offer these videos each day this week where clergy from our conference share brief prayers for peace, understanding, and guidance.
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Commit to a faithful, intentional prayer life this year, using Pray As You Go as a daily framework.
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Latest Updates
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UMC Support Webinar on Department of Labor Law Updates
Join the General Council on Finance and Administration on December 3 at 2:30 pm for a webinar to learn about updates to labor laws regarding overtime pay beginning January 1. […] Continue Reading→
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Clergy Ethics Training
Each quadrennium, the North Carolina Conference holds a mandatory Ethics Training for all clergy. This includes but is not limited to those assigned/appointed, serving a church, in extension ministry, or […] Continue Reading→
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Preparing Your Church Property for Winter Weather
The winter season is approaching, and it is important to prepare your church property for chilly temperatures and winter weather. The United Methodist Insurance Program has compiled resources to help […] Continue Reading→
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Announcing Winter Quarter Lay Servant Ministries Classes
Your Lay Servant Ministries team is pleased to announce six courses for our 2024-2025 Winter Quarter. Winter is the perfect season to settle in with a warm drink and deepen your learning from home. Five of our six classes are online, including a self-paced course. Soul Reset will be offered as a two-week journey that invites… Continue Reading→
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An Ecouragement for November
I cannot say that I’ve felt much like laughing as of late. Between feelings of general “church weariness,” election angst, charge conference season… it all feels a bit like living in a giant woodworking vise. The pressure keeps increasing, and with each twist of the handle, I wonder if this will be the one that… Continue Reading→
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Lenten Study: Gun Violence Prevention
While Advent is likely on most pastors’ minds, planning for a Lenten study now means preparing congregations to reflect thoughtfully during the Lenten season and to remain grounded in our […] Continue Reading→
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Global Ministries to Commission Sixty-Seven EarthKeepers
The Global Ministries EarthKeepers program offers a collaborative space for United Methodists to create and enhance environmental projects within their communities. On November 19 at 8 pm, a new cohort […] Continue Reading→
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New Faith Communities and the Center for Leadership Excellence Partner for a Fresh Expressions Day of Learning
Can you imagine? Imagine worship that doesn’t match our expectations of Sunday mornings in sanctuaries lit by a mix of stained glass and sunshine and pianos playing familiar hymns that […] Continue Reading→
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The Duke Endowment Announces List of United Methodist Churches Eligible for Funding Support
James B. Duke understood that in rural areas, churches were often the strongest and most effective community institutions. Today, The Duke Endowment is pleased to announce the most recent list […] Continue Reading→
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As we strive to make disciples, we focus on these five areas.
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Let’s remind ourselves of who we are at our best — the spirit-filled, resilient, connected, missional, faithful, diverse, deeply rooted, committed, disciple-making, Jesus-seeking, generous, justice-seeking, world-changing people of God called The United Methodist Church.
