Dear fellow United Methodists: I trust that your Advent journey has prepared you for the coming of Christ into your life once again. As we set our sights on the […]
Announcements
Advent: The Season Pregnant With Possibilities
Bishop Fairley’s Advent message reminds us of the “stubborn and audacious hope” we have in the one who is Emmanuel – God with us. As the Advent season begins, let us both be filled with that hope and carry that hope to a world that longs to hear it. Even so, come quickly, Lord Jesus.
Native American Heritage Month
Bishop Fairley reminds us that November is Native American Heritage Month and we use this special time to join our voices in ways that foster justice for our Native American neighbors and give thanks for all they teach us about a healthy respect for each other and all of God’s creation.
Bishops Agree on Narrative for the Continuing UMC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENOVEMBER 8, 2021 Bishops agree on narrative for the continuing UMC WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Council of Bishops ended its Fall meeting on Friday having spent time in […]
Tropical Storm Fred Disaster Recovery
In August, Tropical Storm Fred caused devastating mountain flooding in western North Carolina, particularly in Haywood, Buncombe, and Transylvania counties. Bishop Fairley invites churches and early response teams to help our sisters and brothers in the Western NC Conference in their disaster recovery efforts before the winter months set in.
To Pastors with Much Appreciation
“How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news, who announces salvation, who says to Zion, ‘Your God reigns.’” – Isaiah […]