Latest Updates
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Judicial Council Affirms Bishop Fairley’s Ruling at the Annual Conference Special Session
In Decision Number 1480, the UMC Judicial Council affirms the ruling of Bishop Leonard E. Fairley at the Special Called Session of the North Carolina Annual Conference held on November 19, 2022. Continue Reading→
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Bishop to Hold District Clergy Gatherings
Bishop Shelton values relationships and continues to seek connection with the clergy of the North Carolina Conference. During the month of May, she will be traveling across our connection to meet with the clergy. Please add these dates to your calendar and join us for a time of conversation and encouragement. Beacon: May 10th –… Continue Reading→
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Anti-Racism Resources for Your Whole Church
Everyone in your church – leaders to laity, adults to children – can participate in the work of anti-racism. Use these books, DVDs, and online resources to involve everyone in creating an anti-racist church. Keep reading to see recommended resources for: Prayers Everyone who prays can participate in Discipleship Ministries’ Praying for Change: Daily Prayers… Continue Reading→
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Applications Due TODAY! The Gary Wayne Locklear Mission Endowment
The application process for The Gary Wayne Locklear Mission Endowment opens on April 6. Applicants will fill out a pre-application form that supplies basic information about their ministry/mission endeavor. The pre-application consists of short-answer questions (100 words or less) designed to give a snapshot of the ministry and its objectives. The pre-application process closes on April 24.… Continue Reading→
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Bishop Shelton Announces New Cabinet Appointments
Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton announces new Cabinet appointments for the North Carolina Conference, effective July 1, 2023. Rev. David Blackman, current Beacon District Superintendent, moves to the Gateway District following the retirement of Rev. Dr. Kenneth Locklear. Rev. Jon Strother, current Sound District Superintendent, expands his responsibilities to also include oversight of the Beacon District.… Continue Reading→
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SBC21 and GCORR Issue Joint Statement on Tennessee Legislature
On Good Friday, April 7, 2023, the United Methodist Strengthening the Black Church in the 21st Century (SBC21) and the General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR) issued a joint statement condemning the actions of the Tennesee House of Representatives. Members of the Tennessee House voted on Thursday, April 6, to expel two elected lawmakers… Continue Reading→