Latest Updates
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Worship Planning for the Season of Creation: September 1 – October 4, 2025
It’s time to begin preparing for the Season of Creation! In the month of September, congregations of the NCC are invited to join with our sisters and brothers around the world in giving thanks and praise to God for the gift of the created world as we ponder the mystery of creation and renew our… Continue Reading→
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Candidacy Retreat
Are you exploring a call to ministry? Do you want to start the process of becoming a Certified Candidate in the UMC? If so, this Candidacy Retreat is for you! The Candidacy Retreat is an all-day virtual event coming up on August 1, 2025. This is a wonderful day (including some short breaks and a longer lunch break) of… Continue Reading→
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The 2025 Evangelism Winners Shine
Denman award winners are nominated by people who believe in their strong evangelism practices–the type of authenticity that draws people into a connection with church, but most importantly, into a relationship with God. In 2025, the Evangelism and Discipleship Committee reviewed around 40 applications for clergy, laity, and youth. The nominators and friends of the… Continue Reading→
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Extension Ministry Spotlight: Duke Wesley Fellowship
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. Dave Allen Rev. Dave Allen serves as Campus Minister & Executive Director at Duke Wesley Fellowship. He served as a pastor in the local church from 2011-2016, which is when he entered… Continue Reading→
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NCC Pilgrimage Returns for 32nd year!
We are excited to announce that Pilgrimage will return to the Rocky Mount Event Center for the 32nd annual event. Youth and their adult leaders will gather November 7-9, 2025, for worship, creative arts, scripture, lessons, and fun! The 2025 website is live! Event information, ways for youth to participate, speaker introductions, and more can all be found here. Mark your… Continue Reading→
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Extension Ministry Spotlight: United Methodist Foundation
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. Lynn Benson Rev. Lynn Benson serves as the Director of Legacy Giving at the United Methodist Foundation. The opportunity to serve with the Foundation is allowing Rev. Benson to connect her passion… Continue Reading→