THE UNITY DIALOGUE General Conference 2016 Discussing Possible Ways Forward Regarding Human Sexuality Change – Choice – Continuance Where: Dixon Chapel - NC Conference of The United ... Continue Reading→
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Inviting Courageous Congregations into Vital and Fruitful Ministry Coaching
We extend an invitation for twelve courageous congregational ministry teams to participate in training toward vital and relevant worship and ministry with Dr. Phil Maynard. Phil is currently the ... Continue Reading→
Pastors: Please Enter Data for College Bound Students
Students are graduating from high school and making their plans for higher education known to their friends and congregations. We want to help them to continue their spiritual journey through the ... Continue Reading→
What is Coaching?
Who is this for? Congregations seeking to deepen their discipleship and Christian impact on their community. Pastors who wish to lead their congregations into practices that bring new ... Continue Reading→
Living Grace
I’m writing today about a project launching next month called Living Grace showcasing young UM videographers. Sponsored by the AFTE scholars program, this is a video competition for young adults, 18 ... Continue Reading→
Engaging Younger Adults: 1st Workshop Scheduled February 20-21, 2015
The statistics are alarming: 19 out of 20 people under the age of 35 don't participate in Christian worship each week. http://youtu.be/J6g5qyWz37I The Good News is that We Can Be Faithful to ... Continue Reading→
Grants Available to Churches for Older Adult Ministries
Grants from the UM Committee on Older Adult Ministries will be awarded this fall to local churches with ideas for creative ministries involving older adults who are facing poverty issues. A total of ... Continue Reading→
The Disciple Making Way Introduces a New Format
In the fall of 2014, The Disciple Making Way will provide the same rich, transformative training, although a new format will be introduced. Participating congregations will select a team, ... Continue Reading→
Ethnic Local Church Grant Applications Due August 10
August 10th is the deadline to apply for an Ethnic Local Church Grant from the United Methodist General Board of Church & Society (GBCS). The grants are to strengthen ethnic minority local churches ... Continue Reading→