Latest Updates
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Pastors for NC Children Prayer Vigil
On October 18, 2021, Congregations for Children and United Methodist Advocates for Public Schools were represented at an ecumenical prayer vigil for our public school children who are affected by the ongoing Leandro court case, which determines funding for our public schools. The vigil was sponsored by one of our ecumenical faith partners, Pastors for NC… Continue Reading→
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Pray with the NC Conference in November
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people.” – 1 Timothy 2:1 You are invited to join your hearts together across our North Carolina Conference connection as we share in daily prayer during November. You will see on the calendar below a prompt for each day –… Continue Reading→
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Online Class: Creating a Narrative Budget – The Story Behind the Numbers
Discipleship Ministries is excited to announce the launch of a new course for local church leaders: Creating a Narrative Budget – The Story Behind the Numbers. The new course is written and hosted by the Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane, Director of Stewardship & Generosity, who introduces the course and sets up each of the sessions in… Continue Reading→
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Preaching and Trauma: A Preaching WELL Event
The Center for Leadership Excellence invites all who proclaim from the pulpit to join us this Thursday, 10-11:30am ET, for our final of three virtual workshops on the theme Wade in the Water: Engaging Challenging Topics from the Pulpit. This week, we welcome Kevin Baker and Crystal DesVignes to share with us their struggles and successes with… Continue Reading→
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Volunteers Needed for Disaster Recovery in Western NC
Tropical Storm Fred caused catastrophic flooding in western NC, particularly in Haywood, Buncombe, and Transylvania counties. Churches in those counties from the Western NC Conference of The UMC stepped up to begin helping members of their congregations and communities in the initial stages of relief. NC Conference Disaster Ministries contacted the Western NC Conference of… Continue Reading→
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Register Now for “Delivered to You”!
Active clergy– register for “Delivered to You,” which will take place November 8 and 9, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., Central time. This dynamic virtual event will focus on the five dimensions of wellness (spiritual, physical, emotional, financial and social) with informative units on clergy taxes, navigating the world of healthcare, Wespath retirement plans, the results of the Clergy… Continue Reading→