Latest Updates
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Retirement Assets and the Ukraine/Russia Conflict
Wespath has issued a special message discussing the financial markets’ reaction to the Ukraine/Russia crisis, key tips for managing retirement savings during this time, and key information around cyber security risks. The cyber security information is particularly relevant. Read the full message from Wespath by clicking here. Continue Reading→
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Harry Denman Evangelism Awards Return!
The past two years of hybrid and online worship meant new avenues for evangelism. As pastors, church leaders, and youth honed their skills in Facebook live, streaming, and recording worship, our UMCs have been able to reach out to new worshippers both in North Carolina and outside our local geographic reach. It is the time… Continue Reading→
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From the Bishop: Response to General Conference Announcement
My first response is one of deep vulnerability. I have been at a place of lament for quite some time as my spirit tries to navigate and process all that is before us, including this recent announcement around General Conference. Continue Reading→
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General Conference further postponed to 2024
As the pandemic continues and the wait time for visas stretches to over two years in some countries, the Commission on the General Conference announced today that the 2020 General Conference cannot be held in 2022 due to COVID-related and governmental policies/constraints. Read the full release at UMC.org→Read a message from the Council of Bishops… Continue Reading→
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Every Child NC Webinars and Newsletter
Every Child NC is one of C4C’s primary partners in our mission to advocate for public school children and educators in North Carolina. This edition of their most recent online newsletter is full of opportunities for clergy and laity across our conference to learn more – and do more – about the challenges that our public… Continue Reading→
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Recently Mailed BSA Documents
We have been notified that churches are receiving a new document related to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) settlement (view a PDF of the document). The judge reopened voting because of recent changes in the plan. As there is no change in the recommendation related to the BSA proposal, churches should disregard the documents… Continue Reading→