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Hispanic/Latinx Authors and Immigration Resources
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15th through October 15th. This year, we are highlighting Hispanic/Latinx authors in our collection. As immigration is an ongoing issue, and this is an election year, we are also highlighting our resources that help to provide a biblical perspective. We have Bible studies and DVD documentaries that share immigration stories,… Continue Reading→
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What is the role of laity to lead in this time?
As laity in your church, your role in shaping conversation and supporting your congregation’s ministry is vital, and we are here to support and equip you in your work. To that end, we are reaching out to be sure you are aware of a resource and an opportunity… Resource – United Methodist Communications has released… Continue Reading→
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Do You Believe North Carolina has a Human Trafficking Problem?
North Carolina is ranked ninth in the nation for human trafficking cases. Southeast North Carolina is particularly vulnerable due to the convergence of Interstate 40 with the I-95 corridor. Continue Reading→
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Disaster Ministries Receives UMCOR Grant to Build Solar Power Trailer
In partnership with the Florida Conference, NC Conference Disaster Ministries was awarded a grant from the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Environmental Sustainability Unit to build a mobile solar power disaster response trailer. The trailer will be used by Early Response Teams (ERTs) responding in impacted communities when power is unavailable. Teams from NC… Continue Reading→
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COVID Grant Program Ending in October
At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the NC Conference’s Council on Finance and Administration made relief money available to the Cabinet to help local churches with operational expenses and pastoral compensation. Those funds were supplemental grants to the Cabinet from the Conference’s reserve funds. The Insurance Committee and the Board of Pension also provided… Continue Reading→
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An Encouragement for September
It was the final day of the Wild Goose Festival, an event I have attended every summer since its beginning in 2010. The final worship service this year included a riveting sermon by Diana Butler Bass. Continue Reading→