The General Commission on United Methodist Men (GCUMM) is introducing a “modern way” of doing men’s ministry. Greg Arnold, General Secretary & CEO, said we are approaching men’s and scouting ministry with a much larger and more modern vision. The Commission has re-imaged how men’s and scouting ministry can be effectively offered, packaged, and distributed […]
Who is supervising the shower schedule for your youth group’s summer mission trip? How many adults are overseeing the costume changes for the Christmas Pageant? I know you have two adults with your Sunday School’s 4-year-old class, but what happens when someone needs a bathroom break? How do you get your teenagers to stop going […]
While we often see rural communities as forgotten by our city–focused society, these places still have a wealth of resources, creativity, and hope that create new life in these “disconnected” locations. Methodism is a movement designed to help in this creation. It reminds people they are made in the image of God, and are called to spread the gospel and change […]
Leaders of adult ministries, trustees, and pastors often recognize that vulnerable adults – and the volunteers who work with them – are at risk of abuse or accusations of abuse, without knowing how to reduce that risk. This course will help congregations to 1) define who is – or might become – a vulnerable adult, […]
Are you struggling with reaching all the kids in your class? Do some kids thrive while others disrupt? Are there students of multiple ages trying to learn the same material? Do those with learning differences get lost in the background? If so, you likely find the cookie-cutter lessons hard to implement with your particular group. Perhaps […]
Before 2020, only a handful of congregations across North America were having conversations about ministry through digital platforms. Even for those congregations, the main focus was simply on making available through digital means the activity that was taking place in the church building. Two years later, the digital revolution has overcome the landscape and we […]
The pandemic has revealed that many churches were counting on attractive worship gatherings to form their attendees rather than discipleship. What kind of system would raise up devoted disciples—not just useful volunteers. In this track we will explore: How formative, generative discipleship is different from attending worship eventsHow to develop sustainable discipleship systems that work […]
Jesus describes the work of pastoring as both caring for the herd, and pursuing lost sheep. However, training for church leadership is often limited to serving an established congregation in a culture friendly to churches. This track of the Resilient Church Academy will introduce three key skills needed for leading churches in post-COVID North America: […]
How does the prophet Micah’s call for us “to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God” apply to the ways we serve and advocate for our low-income children who attend our public schools in North Carolina? Why should all people of faith care about the health of our public […]
Are you or your congregation seemingly stuck in a state of missional paralysis? Is it hard to build enough energy simply to keep going, much less start something new that reaches new people? Join a cohort of others for Rethink Congregational Change. Churches and leaders across the country describe a state of burn out. One […]
Being a pastor in today’s church means wearing a lot of hats, and learning how to find hats that fit well may be the secret to finding success as a pastor. During this one-hour session Quincy Brown – United Methodist past in Atlanta, Georgia, former district superintendent, and author of multiple books including The Q.U.E.S.T. for […]
Being a pastor in today’s church means wearing a lot of hats, and learning how to find hats that fit well may be the secret to finding success as a pastor. During this one-hour session Quincy Brown – United Methodist past in Atlanta, Georgia, former district superintendent, and author of multiple books including The Q.U.E.S.T. for […]
With families slow to return and enlisting volunteers harder than ever, it feels like children's ministry doesn't work the way it did before the pandemic. You are still passionate about serving families and helping to disciple children, and now you have the opportunity to reevaluate your approach. This track of the Resilient Church Academy will […]
Join us to celebrate and kick off Mental Health Month with the Rev. Dr. Garry Crites, Executive Director of National Alliance on Mental Illness NC (NAMI NC)! Our faith traditions provide some of the greatest tools available for helping those who deal with mental health conditions and their loved ones. Unfortunately, they also serve as […]
"In today’s culture, the word “preaching” often carries a negative connotation – and that negativity continues to grow stronger. And yet, preaching remains an important - if not crucial - aspect of proclaiming the message of the Gospel to a hurting world. Due to the cultural shifts and global changes, now is the time to […]
Does your congregation have “enough” of everything? “Enough” of anything? As the Covid-19 pandemic recedes, that seems like a crazy question – none of us do! Having taught classes through BeADisciple for years, Rev. Beth Galbreath has heard a lot of folks’ worries about churches struggling to stay alive. And now, with churches having closed […]
Grace is God’s un-merited, unconditional love and acceptance freely given to all. Yet as Christians, saved by grace, often we are unable or unwilling to extend that grace to others. “Opening Ourselves to Grace: Basic Christian Practices” is a course designed to help us learn about grace while exploring the practices that help us nurture […]
During Communications Learning Week, church leaders and communicators will gain access to a vast library of on-demand resources including recorded videos, tutorials, podcast episodes, and self-guided work curated by the UMCom training team. Opportunities for peer discussion and networking will round out the week's activities. The event will feature subject matter experts and communication professionals […]
We are all finding ourselves living within new boundaries and guidelines because life as we knew it has been changed. In fact, many of us are having to create a “new normal.” How do we work through everything we are being faced with? How do we maneuver the “Grief Journey” that is involved with many […]
Father Gregory Boyle, the beloved Jesuit priest and author of the inspirational bestsellers, Tattoos on the Heart and Barking to the Choir, will share a call to witness the transformative power of tenderness, rooted in his lifetime of experience counseling gang members in Los Angeles. In a community struggling to overcome systemic poverty and violence, […]
Father Gregory Boyle, the beloved Jesuit priest and author of the inspirational bestsellers, Tattoos on the Heart and Barking to the Choir, will share a call to witness the transformative power of tenderness, rooted in his lifetime of experience counseling gang members in Los Angeles. In a community struggling to overcome systemic poverty and violence, […]
For clergy members and other employees of not-for-profit organizations engaged in faith-based work, recent changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program might remind them of the Cinderella fairytale. But the opportunity only lasts “until the stroke of midnight,” or in this case until October 31 to take advantage of the limited-time waiver. While initially clergy and others were […]
Storytelling. It’s an art. It’s your passion. It’s also the very thing that will heal a hurting world. This year’s conference theme, Bridging Cultural Divides: Better Ways to Tell Our Stories, will inspire communicators in crafting stories that bring truth-telling to a new level. A variety of plenaries and workshops will explore how to weave diversity and […]
This Retirement Webinar covers information specifically for participants who are planning to retire in 2022, including: Annuity choices for the Ministerial Pension Plan (MPP) and Clergy Retirement Security Program Defined Benefit plan (CRSP DB)Distribution options for the CRSP Defined Contribution plan and the United Methodist Personal Investment Plan (UMPIP)Options for deferring your benefitsNavigating Benefit Access […]
This session is for everyone, no matter the size of your church or whether you’ve attended previous communications webinars by Kevin Slimp. If you’ve attended Kevin’s earlier webinar, then this webinar is for you! It’s even for folks who haven’t attended the original session. In this session, Kevin will move beyond the information shared in […]
Join the Black Pastoral Leadership Collaboration for virtual presentations and conversation. The Black Pastoral Leadership School at Duke Divinity School is designed for pastoral leaders committed to ministry that empowers people for liberating and transformative work and witness.
Videos are a major source of internet traffic today. Creating video content for your church can be an incredible outreach opportunity to connect with new people hungry for what you have to offer. Want to create a video, but feeling overwhelmed or not sure what tools to use? Join UMC Support on May 12, 2022, at 2 p.m. CDT for a dive into specifics you need to create […]
Join PHW for a Faith Health Connection: Older Adults & Mental Health on 5/12 with the Therapeutic Alternatives Geriatric Adult Mental Health Specialty Team! Learn how to recognize and support the mental health needs of older adults in your faith community.
This is an overview course that provides helpful background for all laypersons in service in the church and community. It is also required for all who pursue recognition in Lay Servant Ministries. The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. […]
This is an overview course that provides helpful background for all laypersons in service in the church and community. It is also required for all who pursue recognition in Lay Servant Ministries. The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. […]
Faithful Christian discipleship requires a foundation in the core belief and practices of the Christian tradition. This course offers a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of The United Methodist Church. Participants will: Gain an understanding of the distinctive traditions and emphases of The United Methodist ChurchBecome informed about the journey of the people […]
Faithful Christian discipleship requires a foundation in the core belief and practices of the Christian tradition. This course offers a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of The United Methodist Church. Participants will: Gain an understanding of the distinctive traditions and emphases of The United Methodist ChurchBecome informed about the journey of the people […]
A one-day, on-line seminar to equip people for the Dinner Church movement. Also includes a free book " Welcome to Dinner Church" About this event Leaders all across the country are rediscovering Jesus' dinner table theology that dominated the Apostolic Era. The present-day Dinner Church movement is giving leaders and churches a renewed ability to […]
The Festival of Homiletics is like summer camp for preachers. During the Festival, you’ll hear from outstanding preachers from diverse backgrounds, traditions, and ministry settings. You’ll participate in passionate worship, dive deep with preaching master classes, and fellowship with preaching colleagues from around the world. Speakers include United Methodist pastors and leaders.
The Festival of Homiletics is like summer camp for preachers. During the Festival, you’ll hear from outstanding preachers from diverse backgrounds, traditions, and ministry settings. You’ll participate in passionate worship, dive deep with preaching master classes, and fellowship with preaching colleagues from around the world. Speakers include United Methodist pastors and leaders.
With so many churches moving to online worship and small groups, what are the easiest ways to make disciples in digital spaces? Join us for this webinar where Rachel answers the following questions: What is discipleship and how does it “fit” into the online church? What can online discipleship look like? What are the most […]
Amplify is a streaming service with thousands of Bible study, worship, and faith formation videos. Provide your congregants with reliable Christian content through a Wesleyan lensEquip disciples with resources for individuals, small groups, church-wide, and beyondAccess through website, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and Roku app for smart TVsUpload and customize content for your church at […]
Amplify is a streaming service with thousands of Bible study, worship, and faith formation videos. Provide your congregants with reliable Christian content through a Wesleyan lensEquip disciples with resources for individuals, small groups, church-wide, and beyondAccess through website, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and Roku app for smart TVsUpload and customize content for your church at […]
Amplify is a streaming service with thousands of Bible study, worship, and faith formation videos. Provide your congregants with reliable Christian content through a Wesleyan lensEquip disciples with resources for individuals, small groups, church-wide, and beyondAccess through website, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and Roku app for smart TVsUpload and customize content for your church at […]
Few would suggest that the devastating invasion of Ukraine deserves less than our deepest concern and a robust response. However, these events dominating our Western media for two months have also raised unavoidable and troubling questions among justice advocates and human rights defenders.The continuing flood of media attention, the outrage over war crimes, the endorsement […]
Amplify is a streaming service with thousands of Bible study, worship, and faith formation videos. Provide your congregants with reliable Christian content through a Wesleyan lensEquip disciples with resources for individuals, small groups, church-wide, and beyondAccess through website, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and Roku app for smart TVsUpload and customize content for your church at […]
Are you interested in securing a grant for your ministry or non-profit? Gammon Theological Seminary is hosting a 2-day virtual Grant Writing Workshop using interactive exercises, lectures and discussions to help you better understand how to research, write, develop and advance your grant writing skill. We’ll cover Mission, Goals, Objectives, Strategic Planning, Needs Statement, Key Personnel, […]
Amplify is a streaming service with thousands of Bible study, worship, and faith formation videos. Provide your congregants with reliable Christian content through a Wesleyan lensEquip disciples with resources for individuals, small groups, church-wide, and beyondAccess through website, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and Roku app for smart TVsUpload and customize content for your church at […]
Faith Talks are monthly conversations with United Women in Faith hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer, Spotlight PR.Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope and love into action.
In 2022 we will reflect on today’s challenges and together find comfort and strength to move forward, building new ways for faith-filled women to make a difference in our communities and the world. We will recommit to our purpose, but also more. For such a time as this we will TURN IT UP! We encourage […]
In 2022 we will reflect on today’s challenges and together find comfort and strength to move forward, building new ways for faith-filled women to make a difference in our communities and the world. We will recommit to our purpose, but also more. For such a time as this we will TURN IT UP! We encourage […]
Pastors for NC Children and the Every Child NC coalition are excited to be part of the North Carolina NAACP's presentation: Unpack the Plan: How the Leandro Plan Advances Equity in our Public Schools. It will be on Zoom on Sunday, May 22nd from 5-6pm. Registration for this free event is available: https://bit.ly/UnpackingEquity22 and everyone is invited. […]
Do you feel stressed? Do you feel overwhelmed? You are not alone. Upheaval, whether the cause is personal or comes from crises in the news, can leave Christians feeling as if they have no control over the pressure in their lives. This course will examine how to destress and support each other. Using Dr. Suzan […]
Pentecost is seven weeks after Easter Sunday, and after that comes summer, which the Revised Common Lectionary calls “Ordinary Time.” No more festivals or emphases in the church calendar until Advent–but “Ordinary Time” is far from boring! In 2022 “Biblical Storytelling Weekly for Summer” will offer an in-depth journey through the stories of the great […]
Just wanted to let you know about the next book discussion on The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall and Douglas AbramsThanks to those who joined us today for our discussion of Church of the Wild. When: 10:30 AM on Monday, May 23 Where: ZoomTopic:The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall […]
Some have said the foundation of democracy is built on the foundation of God’s divine act of creating humans in God’s Image–Imago Dei. This divine act ensures the uniqueness and value of every single person. By extension, democracies pronounce that every person’s voice matters to create the social fabric needed for democracy to flourish. The […]
Would your congregation, community, or social group be invested in learning how you can easily get involved in supporting public schools in your community? Want to put Prayer into Action? Mission Amplify is here. It is a postcard/letter writing campaign to legislators asking them to support specific topics each season related to public education and the […]
There are few moments in the life cycle of a ministry as opportunistic as the one we are in right now. Regardless of the health or disfunction of your local church, we have all been given a chance to hit the restart button in parts or all of our ministry. This webinar will discuss how […]
MWC Family Table Zoom meeting. This meeting will be open to anyone interested in Children's and Family Ministries in a Zoom meeting format. Advanced promotion will be needed. The Family Table will become a monthly meeting. Each month a different "cohost" and topic will be discussed. The first will be DeDe Reilly the Children's Ministry […]
Nineteenth century preacher Henry Ward Beecher said, “A church debt is the devil’s salary”, which probably seems a little extreme today. Many of our churches would not be in the buildings we are without some debt. We do know that money that is spent to retire debt (or in some cases, to simply pay the […]
Discipleship Ministries is proud to launch a new webinar series titled “Global Discipleship,” kicking off on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 8:30-10:00 a.m., Central Time via Zoom. Registration is FREE. In this series of webinars, discipleship leaders from different contexts worldwide share strategies they use to reach out to the people around them. May 25: Post-Christian and Highly […]
The fifth and final session in the Doctrine of Discovery webinar series "Undoing the Doctrine: Developing a theology and practice of repentance and repair" will has been rescheduled for Wednesday May 25 at 1 pm ET. Join us as we hear and learn from our speakers and each other ways to dismantle the doctrine.Speakers:Great-grandmother Mary Lyons is an Ojibwe […]
MFSA sponsored presentation by Rev. Dr. George McClain with panel of respondents including Rev. Limina Grace Harmon and Rev. Rafael Garcia. Discover how African Americans have accomplished major advances despite white supremacist rage. The New York MFSA Chapter is hosting an event on May 25th 6:30pm ET titled "Five Eras of Black Reconstruction and White […]
The popular book, The Body Keeps Score is a clarion call that we will explore as we close out National Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know overwhelming experiences have been systematically explored and researchers have noted that trauma is stored and expressed in a myriad of ways?Pastors, Leaders, Community Members, Husband, Wives, Children and […]
Join a discussion on "A Faithful Response to the War in Ukraine: It’s Impact and What Makes What Peace?" 12:00pm ET, Friday May 27, 2022. As the Russian Invasion of Ukraine enters its third month it has brought calls for prayer and statements of deep concern from United Methodists globally; it has also brought first-hand accounts of […]
This is a course for anyone who works in ministry. How do you care for yourself when you spend all your time caring for others? How do we recover and restore our spiritual vitality and passion to put energy back into our work? We can’t forget that, in addition to being Christians, we are humans and […]
Are you longing for a deeper spiritual path? Looking for a framework for understanding mystical experiences of women? Or just wanting to learn a little of the history and theology of mystical faith? This two-week course on Women Mystics in the Christian Tradition should help you with all of that. We’ll start by looking at […]
In the twenty-first century, his question echoes through time in a new way: Can this church grow again? For people who care about faith-based communities, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and the Kingdom of God, this question is critical. When the pandemic broke out, it badly disrupted church life, already hindered by declining membership, forcing […]
Faith Talks are monthly conversations with United Women in Faith hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer, Spotlight PR.Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope and love into action.
Join us to learn about how harm reduction and HIV are connected. We will learn about different ways congregations can get involved in this important work.
Pastors, congregations, and church members are invited to two webinars designed to provide hospitality and legal information for immigrants living in the United States.
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