Latest Updates
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Study Leave for Ministry Professionals
Find time to read, reflect, research, or just relax with Study Leave for Ministry Professionals. Over the span of five to seven days, participants immerse themselves in learning and renewal through self-directed study, worship, and prayer on the campus of Duke University. Designed for Christian institutional leaders, pastors, program staff, or laity. You are invited… Continue Reading→
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Celebrate Those Sharing Christ’s Love – Nominate for the Evangelism Awards!
Jesus calls us to share the good news and make disciples. Every day, people in our churches live out this call—building relationships, extending invitations, and sharing Christ’s love in ways that transform lives… Continue Reading→
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Celebrating Conference Staff Retirements
We celebrate and honor Trudy Artis and Kathy Duncan, who will be retiring this year. Trudy Artis, District Office Trudy Artis will retire from her role as District Office Receptionist and Assistant, effective March 31, 2026. Trudy began her service with the conference on August 26, 2013, and has been a faithful and welcoming presence in the District Office.… Continue Reading→
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Centenary UMC Serves Joyfully through Congregations for Children
Centenary United Methodist Church in New Bern was recognized for serving joyfully in their community through their Congregations for Children (C4C) partnership with Oaks Road Academy. Gayle Midyette, C4C Coordinator of Centenary UMC, recognized a growing need for food among families of Oaks Road Academy, their partner school. Gayle, a retired school counselor who also serves as the volunteer… Continue Reading→
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Migrant Student Mentoring Program
St. James UMC and Harlowe UMC in Newport are serving students at West Carteret High School through their Migrant Student Mentoring Program. Rev. Joseph Park said, “We resumed our mentoring program this spring with seven volunteers from St. James UMC and Harlowe UMC. Each Wednesday, we go to work with migrant high school students for… Continue Reading→
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Feeling Called to Do More? Discover Your Next Step
Have you ever wondered about the difference between a certified lay servant, certified lay speaker, and certified lay minister? Do you feel a nudge to do more, but aren’t sure where you fit? Your Lay Servant Ministries team invites you to join us for a Day of Discovery—a time to explore the many ways laity can answer their… Continue Reading→