News & Stories
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AC 2026 is One Week Away!
Workbook Now Available As part of our commitment to faithful stewardship of resources, this year’s Annual Conference Workbook will be available in a digital format. We encourage all attendees to download the workbook to their laptop, tablet, or mobile device and review it before arriving at Annual Conference. Having the workbook readily available on your… Continue Reading→
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Summer Zoom Series: Learn, Grow, and Connect
Across our conference, certified lay servants, speakers, and ministers are leading worship, organizing community ministries, teaching, preaching, serving neighbors, and discovering new ways God is calling them to lead. We asked these laity to share how they got started and what advice they have for others exploring what God may be calling them toward. Continue Reading→
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Two In-Person Courses for Bible Study Leaders
Whether you teach Sunday School, lead a small group, facilitate a Bible study, or simply want to engage Scripture more deeply, these two in-person courses offer opportunities to strengthen your understanding of the Bible and your ability to lead others in faithful study. Continue Reading→
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Lighthouse Congregations: Pine Valley UMC
One vote is all that kept Pine Valley United Methodist Church (PVUMC) from disaffiliation. This Jacksonville Lighthouse congregation only had a few faithful remaining and now regularly has 50 or so in attendance each Sunday. Before Worship there are now vibrant Sunday school programs for all ages, and there are ten or more children upfront… Continue Reading→
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Join us for Canva Workshops
The Center for Leadership Excellence presents a two-part workshop series focused on Canva training led by Jen Swindell. Register for one or both of these online events! Continue Reading→
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Resources for Ministry with the LGBTQIA+ Community
The NC Conference Media Center offers a variety of resources to support ministry with the LGBTQIA+ community. Our collection includes books, book studies, and DVD studies for adults, youth, and children. These resources address topics such as Bible study, theology, church history, pastoral care, and inclusive ministry practices. Whether you are seeking to deepen your… Continue Reading→
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AC 2026: Briefing Session Recording Now Available
Missed the Briefing Session or want to review the information? Watch the recording for important Annual Conference updates and information to help you prepare for your time in Greenville. Restaurant Discounts Check out exclusive restaurant discounts and special offers available for AC attendees. Learn More→ Download the NC Conference App Everything you need for AC,… Continue Reading→
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North Carolina Conference Welcomes New Director of Communications
The North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church is pleased to announce that Ryan Kuecks will serve as the Director of Communications, beginning July 1, 2026. Kuecks brings more than 12 years of communications experience within The United Methodist Church, along with a passion for storytelling and connectional ministry. He has served in communications… Continue Reading→
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NFC June 2026 Newsletter
Rev. Hope Ledbetter Bock, Assitant Director for New Faith Communities and Clergy Life Butterfly Moments For our May Common Learning Day, we partnered with the Center for Leadership Excellence who hosted a visioning workshop led by Dr. Margaret Brunson. During this workshop, she used the journey of a caterpillar becoming a butterfly as an analogy… Continue Reading→