Latest Updates
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Travel Caution
Friends, Please note the most recent Travel Caution issued by the US Department of State regarding all international travel. As you travel for short-term mission and ministry, please exercise an increased caution and situational awareness. “Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens… Continue Reading→
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Bishop’s Forum: “Peace on the Land: The Campesinx Struggle for Reclamation and Healing in Colombia”
We invite you to the Bishop’s Forum on November 15th, where we will discuss the crucial topic of peace and solidarity in Colombia. Colombia is at a pivotal moment. As the Church, we have a responsibility to promote accountability and ensure a peaceful future. We will focus on Cauca, a region with a history of… Continue Reading→
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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→