Latest Updates
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2024 Mission Seed Fund Application Deadline Approaching!
Thinking about new ministry opportunities? Feeling the nudge to go in a new direction? Connecting to new people? Let us know about it! Applications are due by this Friday! Be sure to read ALL of the guidelines before submitting your application. We welcome all NCCUMC affiliated organizations to apply. There MUST be NCCUMC local church… Continue Reading→
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Keeping the Faith: A New Resource from Duke Clergy Health Initiative
Bishop Shelton shares a new resource from the Duke Clergy Health Initiative called “Keeping the Faith: Conversations to Strengthen the Bond Between Pastors and Church Leaders” to help Staff/Pastor Parish Committees navigate conversations for healthy churches and pastors. Learn more about Keeping the Faith and download a copy at clergyreligionresearch.duke.edu. Continue Reading→
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Fire Prevention Month
October is Fire Prevention Month. Here are some resources that may be helpful in preparing your home: North Carolina Home Fire Campaign View resources on fire safety and information on fire alarms. Fire Prevention View resources and tips to prepare for home fires and wildfires. Fire Prevention Week The National Fire Prevention Association shares safety… Continue Reading→
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An Encouragement For October
Everyone I encounter these days is overwhelmed – by schedules and events and commitments. By expectations and responsibilities and the demands of ministry. By relationships and parenting and caregiving for aging parents. Overwhelm is the thread running through the lives of family and friends, church members, colleagues, and even strangers I run into out and… Continue Reading→
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Clergy Care Resources
October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and we are incredibly thankful for the clergy across our connection for their dedication and commitment to serving others. We celebrate our clergy during October and every day of the year. Thank you for all you do for your communities and congregations! As we celebrate our clergy, here are some… Continue Reading→
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Resources for the Christ-Centered People of God #BeUMC
With every breath, with every thought, we strive to focus on Jesus. We recommend these resources to help us keep Jesus in our focus. Continue Reading→