NC Conference Media Center
Providing resources to support the ministries of United Methodist churches in the North Carolina Conference.
Online Catalog
Our entire collection of over 4,000 resources is listed in our online catalog, OPALS.
Borrow Resources
Anyone involved with a United Methodist Church in the North Carolina Conference may borrow resources through the mail, free of charge.
New Resources
View all of the newest resources added to our collection.
Reader Reviews
Reviews and star ratings submitted by your colleagues in the NC Conference.
Pathfinders
Find your way through our catalog by viewing all of our resources on a specific topic.
User Guide
Learn all the tips and tricks on how to navigate and get the most out of our online catalog, OPALS.
Special Collections
Latest Updates
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Resources for the Missional People of God #BeUMC
The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Helping our neighbors, near and far, is the embodiment of faith in action. Continue Reading→
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New Small Group Studies for Fall 2022
What will your small group study in the Fall? We’ve got some brand new DVD and book studies for you to check out. We also recommend some other ways to […] Continue Reading→
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Resources for the Deeply Rooted People of God #BeUMC
United Methodists are deeply rooted in our Wesleyan heritage and values. Learn more about these roots and explore the roots of your own story. Consider the past sins embedded in our Wesleyan roots and how they contribute to ongoing systemic injustices. Continue Reading→
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Resources for the Spirit-filled People of God #BeUMC
United Methodists continue to be renewed and transformed by the work of the Holy Spirit. Our church is being reborn and renewed. The Spirit helps us communicate across languages and cultures. We work to “translate” the Spirit across ideological divides. Continue Reading→
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Are You Moving? 10 Resources for Church Transitions
Are you moving to a new appointment? Is your church getting a new pastor? Use these resources to help make a successful transition for you, your church, and your family. […] Continue Reading→
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Celebrating Asian American Authors
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We are highlighting books in our collection written by Asian American authors to honor their significant contribution to the work of […] Continue Reading→
Online Resources
View lists of recommended ministry resources that you can find online such as Bible studies, webinars, videos, curriculum, eBooks, and more.
Ministry Tools from Around the Web
We recommend various ministry tools such as blogs, email newsletters, online courses, webinars, and podcasts.
Online Learning Opportunities
View a list of organizations that offer online learning that can be accessed at any time and completed at your own pace.
Online Event Calendar
Our events calendar lists online learning opportunities from the NC Conference and our partner organizations. The calendar includes upcoming webinars, events, book discussions, and classes that can all be completed online. Sign up to receive an email at the beginning of each month with that month’s opportunities.
How It Works
Watch the short videos below for an overview and click the drop-down questions on your right to read more about how the Media Center works.
Who Can Borrow Resources?
Anyone involved with a United Methodist church in the North Carolina Conference. There is no membership fee.
What Resources Can We Borrow?
Browse our Online Catalog or ask the librarian for recommendations.
We have DVD studies, curriculum, books, leader training, and ministry resources for disciples of all ages and stages.
Usually, we loan the items that the leader would need to use to teach the content, such as the DVD, leader guide, and one copy of the student book. We do have multiple participant books available for these studies.
For more ideas, view our posts on Study Ideas for Your Small Group and How to Choose the Right Study for Your Group.
How Do We Request Resources?
Fill out the Resource Request Form,
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Set up an account in our online catalog to reserve items from within the catalog,
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Email the librarian, Laura Dallas, at ldallas@nccumc.org,
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Call the Media Center at 984-257-0981,
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Make an appointment to visit the Media Center at the United Methodist Building, 700 Waterfield Ridge Place, Garner, NC 27529.
How Do We Get These Resources?
We pay to mail items to you. You pay to mail them back. All resources are mailed through the US Postal Service using the Library Mail rate. Most packages arrive within 1-3 days of being mailed.
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You may pick-up and return resources to the Media Center at the United Methodist Building in Garner 9:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Please call ahead to make an appointment.
How Long Can We Keep These Resources?
Resources are checked-out to you for 30 days OR for the length of the study. You may request an extended due date or renew your items as long as no one else has requested them.
There are no late fees or penalties for keeping resources past their due dates. However, providing the Media Center with an accurate date of when you will be finished with a resource allows us to better serve others who may be interested in borrowing that resource.
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Hours & Contact
Monday-Friday
9:00am-5:00pm
By appointment only
Email: ldallas@nccumc.org
Call: 984-257-0981
Visit: 700 Waterfield Ridge Pl
Garner, NC 27529
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