Latest Updates
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Prayer for Appointment-Making Season: Language Barriers
As we are in appointment-making season, Bishop Shelton has encouraged all of us to pray for the Cabinet, clergy, their families, and congregations. We will be sharing prayers over the next few weeks and encourage you to share them with your church. Read the next prayer in the series written by Rev. Ernesto Barriguete. Querido Dios… Continue Reading→
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The “Yes-And” of Ministry – Leaning into Improv
Join pastor and author MaryAnn McKibben Dana for a spirited exploration of “yes, and…” and other tools for faithful improvisation. We are all improvisers, often without realizing it. The focus of our time together will not be on acting and comedy skills, but on practices for thriving in the midst of chaotic, often unpredictable lives. Come for a… Continue Reading→
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Hearing on Appeal Brought by Former Members of Fifth Avenue UMC
This morning, a hearing was held in the North Carolina Court of Appeals on the former Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church congregation’s appeal of the decision dismissing the lawsuit that had been filed against the NC Conference and Conference officials. Both parties presented their cases, and a decision will be made in the near future. Continue Reading→
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Congregations for Children Director David Rockefeller Retires, Jo Wainright to Serve as Interim Director
NC Conference Congregations for Children (C4C) Director, David Rockefeller retired from his position as of February 29, 2024. David has served us since April 1, 2020. David has been successful in building a working districtwide committee. They have partnered with United Women in Faith and presented informative summits, and strengthened the work of local churches… Continue Reading→
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Conference Committee Nominations Deadline Extended
Are you interested in serving on a Conference committee? You still have time to express your interest! The nomination deadline has been extended until March 8. Visit our Nominations page to learn more and complete the interest form. Continue Reading→
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A Live Wespath Event
Join Wespath for a no-cost virtual event for UMC clergy and lay employees on April 10 at 12 pm ET. The event features information and insights from Wespath about General Conference, investments, benefits, and well-being to help assist with navigating benefits and the general UMC environment. The event will run approximately 4 hours. Registration allows… Continue Reading→