Latest Updates
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Sacred Sorrow Research Project
Sacred Sorrow is a new research-informed pilot grief support and education program for rural clergy and congregations in the North Carolina United Methodist Church. Rural church pastors and laity hold wisdom and insight that has the capacity to shape next steps. The North Carolina Institute for Spiritual Direction and Formation received a grant from The… Continue Reading→
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Extension Ministry Spotlight: Greensboro College
Welcome to our series that spotlights NC Conference pastors serving in extension ministries. Read about other extension ministers as these stories are published weekly. Rev. Dr. Robert Brewer Rev. Dr. Robert Brewer is the Campus Chaplain and Assistant Professor of Religion at Greensboro College. He oversees religious life and community service, as well as teaches practical theology… Continue Reading→
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Respond to God’s Call — CLM Applications Due Soon
In June, we celebrated the newest certified lay ministers at Annual Conference—faithful leaders now serving across our conference as lay pastors, children’s ministers, outreach coordinators, and more. Maybe you were there as these laity publicly proclaimed their commitment to live out the gospel in the ministries where they are assigned. Continue Reading→
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Ending Well in Columbus County & Preparing for Future Response
As we look ahead, NC Conference Disaster Ministries is realigning its operations in November, following the peak of hurricane season, to enhance long-term sustainability and our commitment to readiness, recovery, and strong connectional partnerships. Our chapter of ministry in Columbus County will conclude on October 31, 2025, after one year of helping our neighbors get… Continue Reading→
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Youth Ministries Update
Rev. Ismael Ruiz-Millán, Executive Director of Connectional Ministries, shares updates on the search for a new conference youth ministry director. Continue Reading→