Hurricane Florence did considerable damage to churches and parsonages in our conference. Great generosity is needed to help, but we, like Mary, trust in the words of the Angel Gabriel – “With God nothing is impossible.”
connections: Bearing the Good News in Our Community
Bishop Ward ushers us into the charge conference season, encouraging generous and faithful giving to help teachers, in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, replenish their classrooms for productive learning.
connections: Where Darkness Meets Light
Bishop Ward, using words from the book of Job, gives an update on the North Carolina Conference response to Hurricane Florence.
connections: Blessings in the Aftermath
Bishop Ward gives thanks that in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, God’s people are helping, serving, blessing, and being blessed. She encourages you to share good and inspiring stories of service and blessing.
Hurricane Florence: Pray. Give. Volunteer.
On Monday, September 17, Bishop Ward traveled to the Fayetteville area to see some places flooded and damaged by Hurricane Florence.
How You Can Help as Hurricane Florence Advances
Dear friends in Christ, Grace and peace to you as Hurricane Florence advances, threatening with wind and with water falling from above and rising in rivers and streams. Much is yet to unfold. However, we know that needs will be great. Therefore, please receive these requests with glad and generous hearts. 1 – Please continue… Continue Reading→
A Meditation & Prayer for Hurricane Florence
Dear beloved United Methodist people, In the fullness of this ancient greeting, I extend the grace and peace of Christ to you all today as the fury of Hurricane Florence threatens our beautiful state and our neighbors in South Carolina. We pray without ceasing for one another, giving thanks for the bonds of love we… Continue Reading→