Latest Updates
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Black History Month Resources
February is Black History Month. The Media Center has books and DVDs for adults and children related to Black history in The United Methodist Church and in our larger culture. Engaging with these resources helps us understand more about where we came from and what work there is still to do to improve our connection.… Continue Reading→
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Clergy Taxes Overview Webinar
Join Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane, Director of Stewardship & Generosity, and Janet Jamieson, CPA, clergy spouse, and recently retired CFO of Discipleship Ministries, on February 9 at 12 pm for a webinar on clergy taxes. Together, they will give an overview of what you might expect as you prepare your 2025 Federal Tax Return. Register… Continue Reading→
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Small Congregations, Big Impact — Join Us!
Small congregations are not simply big churches on a smaller scale — they carry unique strengths. Join us for an event designed to help pastors and worship teams move beyond replicating large-church models and discover opportunities for innovation in seven areas of worshipful engagement. This is an opportunity to use the strengths of the small… Continue Reading→
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New Date for Leading Worship + More Spring Course Options
Were you hoping to take Leading Worship? You have another chance! This course, which was cancelled due to winter weather last week, has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 7, at Genesis UMC in Cary. Registration for this new date will remain open through February 19. Continue Reading→
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Apply to Staff Youth Ministry Events in 2026
We invite adults across the Conference, both clergy and laity, to consider volunteering to help staff our upcoming Conference Youth events. Opportunities include: These events rely on caring adults who are willing to walk alongside youth as mentors, listeners, and leaders. Your presence helps make these experiences safe, meaningful, and transformational. Please consider volunteering for… Continue Reading→
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Ministry Spotlight: Certified Lay Minister, Senior Christian Ministry
Dr. Richard G. Morrison became a Certified Lay Minister (CLM) in 2024, following many years as a “non-denominational” Christian Lay Speaker. Richard’s CLM Project was to organize a team to start leading Worship Services to seniors in the Wilmington Community. His team, now called Senior Christian Ministry (SCM), of 12 folk, is now leading these… Continue Reading→