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An Encouragement for September
The Center for Leadership Excellence, in partnership with COSROW, is pleased to lift up the voices of women in ministry encouraging fellow women in ministry. Please enjoy this month’s Encouragement from Martha K. McLean, Executive Pastor at First UMC in Cary. Feel free to forward this Encouragement to a friend. Anyone can sign up to receive these… Continue Reading→
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National Preparedness Month 2023
September is National Preparedness Month. The theme for 2023 is “Take Control in 1, 2, 3”. Here are a few ways you can prepare for hurricane season and other disasters: Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact your… Continue Reading→
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Upcoming “Faith in the City” Event
Among Congregations for Children’s valued ecumenical partners is Knollwood Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, which sponsors a monthly one-hour event, “Faith in the City.” These well-planned and substantive programs are offered in person at the church and via Zoom. All are welcome to participate. This year’s overall theme is “Education as a Public Good,” exploring the essential role… Continue Reading→
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UMVIM Team Leader Training
NCC UMVIM will hold a Basic Team Leader Training on November 11, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The training will be held online via Zoom. This training is highly recommended for all Team Leaders of mission teams from the NC Annual Conference and required for groups applying for Conference Missional Exchange Grants to aid in funding their… Continue Reading→
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Ruling on Lawsuit Brought by Former Members of Fifth Avenue UMC
WILMINGTON, NC—In a hearing in New Hanover County Superior Court on September 7, motions were considered in the case filed against the NC Conference of The United Methodist Church (UMC) by former members of Fifth Avenue UMC over the closure of the church. At the end of the hearing, the judge took the matter under… Continue Reading→
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What Is A Green Church?
Have you heard about the Green Church Initiative? What does it mean to be a good steward of creation? Do you care about God’s good gift of creation and do you want to align your church practices with sustainable and eco-friendly practices? The Green Church Initiative has lots of ideas about how to preserve and… Continue Reading→