Annual Conference 2026
Annual Conference is June 18-20. Watch plenary sessions live, view resources, and updates throughout the event.
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As the North Carolina Conference innovates in healthy, missional, and effective ministry, Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton announces new Cabinet appointments, effective July 1, 2026. These appointments mark the conclusion of a two-year experiment in missional partnership, pairing district superintendents with local congregations. What we have learned is clear: 1) A pastoral leader rooted in an…
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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Join us for A Shared Path Forward: Consensus Building in the Church
The Center for Leadership Excellence presents an online workshop with Margaret Brunson, A Shared Path Forward: Consensus Building in the Church. Continue Reading→
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Ashley Anderson Named Director of Communications for NC Conference
We are delighted to welcome Ashley Anderson as the North Carolina Conference’s new Director of Communications. Ashley joins us after more than a decade in journalism, most recently serving as Digital Content Manager at one of North Carolina’s largest news organizations. She brings extensive experience in digital storytelling, strategic communications, and leading teams in fast-paced… Continue Reading→
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Planning Youth, Family, or Adult Retreats? Check Out Your Conference Retreat Centers
The North Carolina Conference is home to three beautiful retreat centers that offer a variety of programming, lodging, and delicious meals for your church retreat needs. Chestnut Ridge Camp & Retreat Center in Efland has a beautiful woodland setting, a large lake worship space, and plenty of room for outdoor recreation. Their specialty programs include equestrian… Continue Reading→
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Ready to Reach Your Neighbors More Effectively?
Have you ever planned an outreach or community event that just clicked? Maybe you had 100 kids show up for a music camp, or your fellowship hall was filled with people for a fall festival. When our research is thorough and we reach out to our neighbors with intention, we can achieve more effective ministry… Continue Reading→
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2027 Apportionment Reports
The 2027 apportionment calculation reports, along with related statistical tables from 2025, were emailed to pastors on Tuesday, July 13, 2026. Senior pastors: please check your conference email account and share this information with any others who may need it within your church. If you have not received a copy of your report or if… Continue Reading→
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Growing in Grace Symposium Scholarship Application
The NC Conference is offering two scholarships to attend the Growing in Grace Symposium, September 22–24, 2026, at Duke Memorial UMC in Durham, NC. Each scholarship covers the full $250 registration fee. Travel expenses and lodging are the responsibility of the participant. Continue Reading→
Five Focus Areas
As we strive to make disciples, we focus on these five areas.
