"...Yet, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." Isaiah 64:8 (NRSV) Christian formation is the process of being conformed to the ... Continue Reading→

Healthy Congregations and Effective Leaders in Every Place Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
"...Yet, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." Isaiah 64:8 (NRSV) Christian formation is the process of being conformed to the ... Continue Reading→
On January 18, 1771, the North Carolina General Assembly approved the disbursement of public funds to enslavers as compensation for the executions of Black people they held in bondage. Nearly a dozen ... Continue Reading→
The following information comes from the CDC: Direct Service Providers (DSPs) include personal care attendants, direct support professionals, paraprofessionals, therapists, and others. They provide a ... Continue Reading→
One of the wonderful things about each new year is that it brings with it a sense of a new beginning, 365 days of promise and possibility. Some use this time to bring freshness to their lives. You may ... Continue Reading→
Sponsored by the North Carolina Chapter of the Methodist Federation for Social Action, this year's conference will be a series of three Zoom Webinars. Each evening will see a panel of three presenters ... Continue Reading→
Even though we are not all sharing space, there are still considerations for safety in online activities. The NCCUMC requires all local churches to have a Safe Sanctuary policy and train their staff ... Continue Reading→
From Discipleship Ministries: Join UM Children's Ministry leaders as we have an in depth roundable discussion of an excellent new children and family ministry resource. The webinar will be offered ... Continue Reading→
The General Commission on Religion and Race offers this four-session curriculum as a first step for white Christians, in particular, who are unsure about what racism is and unclear about its relevance ... Continue Reading→
The General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR) is offering an online course beginning September 1. From their website: "This online course centers on one big idea: that anti-racism is anything ... Continue Reading→
The United Methodist Church is hosting two Town Hall conversations that will help us see today's work of dismantling racism in light of what has gone before. Join emerging leaders in the current ... Continue Reading→
Discipleship Ministries (formerly GBOD) is offering several online classes, most of which are free. Titles include: Disciples Living Generously, How to Have a Courageous Conversation, How to Start ... Continue Reading→