Latest Updates
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An Encouragement for November
A few weeks ago I attended a retreat at a Catholic center along with other clergy women. The moment I stepped into the building my eyes caught a picture frame on the wall with the words: “Be still and know that I am God.” As I read these words in my mind, I let out… Continue Reading→
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Strategizing End of Year Giving
Don’t stop now! Even if your generosity series has been preached, there are other ways to reach out for giving opportunities. Join the Center for Leadership Excellence next week, with […] Continue Reading→
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2022 Health FSA Maximum Announced;2022 IRS Plan Limits
The 2022 Health FSA limit is $2,850 (up $100 from 2021). As set by the Internal Revenue Code, the Dependent Care FSA limits for 2022 are $5,000 for married filing […] Continue Reading→
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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. Continue Reading→
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Clergy Care in the Pandemic
Recently, we held a confidential space to check in with a small group of pastors. Through a series of virtual gatherings, we met with a representative group of clergy from […] Continue Reading→
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Returning to the Beloved Community: Compassion Fatigue, Lay Leadership, and the PTSD of the Pandemic
A Free Online Learning Event for lay leaders, clergy, and laity with Micheal Pope and Schuyler Rhodes, will be presented by the Association of Annual Conference Lay Leaders on Saturday, […] Continue Reading→
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New Information about Welcoming Afghan Refugees – Advocacy Needed NOW! Plus an Upcoming Webinar!
We’ve all seen the news reports of the evacuation of thousands of Afghan citizens fleeing the Taliban. Many of us want to help the refugees arriving in North Carolina, but […] Continue Reading→
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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 […] Continue Reading→
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UMVIM Taking Off
The North Carolina Conference United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (NCC UMVIM) Committee is updating and re-launching our mission and ministry to all of the world. We need you to be […] Continue Reading→