Course Dates: February 26 – March 8, 2024 This updated, accessible course is for empathetic Christians who are determined to be there for young people. In only two weeks you’ll easily pick up the latest spiritual mentoring practices to help youth and young adults on their faith journeys to become mature Christians. You’ll spend 20 minutes each weekday […]
Our February 26, 2024 discussion will be of Organic Wesley: A Christian Perspective on Food, Farming, and Faith by William C. Guerrant, Jr. Amazon, Seedbed Email tclayton@nccumc.org for Zoom information.
Join Jason Moore, a seasoned advocate for integrating technology into the church. With decades of experience in leading trainings on media, screens, and hybrid worship, Jason is now at the forefront of guiding churches in harnessing Artificial Intelligence for ministry. This engaging two and a half hour webinar will provide a broad yet accessible exploration […]
You’re invited to join Neighborhood Seminary monthly on fourth Tuesdays for prayers offered for and with Global Neighbors. Each month the focus of prayers alternates between a nation/region of the world, and creation care/environmental justice. Rev. Kim Barker-Brugman serves as guide for these evenings of prayer. Kim is a pastor, spiritual director and gifted retreat […]
God has given you the Holy Spirit, the most creative force imaginable. But it still helps to have other leaders to help you dream and pray. Find the time that best suits your team and join a one-time Think Tank with Fresh Expressions Associate Director of Training Heather Jallad and other church leaders like you […]
Join AC COSROWs from across the connection for an opportunity to connect, learn, and share within the COSROW community. These virtual gatherings offer networking, resource sharing, and idea exchange in a welcoming environment. Grab your beverage of choice, engage in insightful discussions, and contribute to a vibrant network that fosters growth and collaboration. Let's come […]
Join Rev. David Felten, co-creator of Living the Questions, for Saving Jesus Redux Zoom Study. Beginning Thursday, February 29th from 10am – noon (Arizona time/MST), this online (ZOOM) webinar will continue each Thursday through May 16th. Registration includes twelve online Zoom sessions facilitated by pastor David along with supplemental study materials. Co-sponsored by The Fountains, a United […]
Learn strategic and practical ways to engage kids and their families in your church. Five major areas of focus will be covered: kid’s programs with the whole family in mind, celebrating faith milestones that become foundational for life, creating a safe and welcoming environment, development of curriculum content and context specific to your community, and […]
In this webinar, Creation Justice Ministries will discuss support tools and resources to grow faithful resilience from the physical, social, and spiritual storms of climate change. Attendees will learn about the Faithful Resilience Guide, a 6-part spiritually-rooted resource on planning for climate change in congregations. Attendees will also tour the newly launched Faithful Resilience Story […]
A Special Reading Program Author Talk with Rev. Dr. Erin Beasley and Rev. Dr. Tori C. Butler. Join United Women in Faith members and friends on Feb. 29, 7 pm ET. REGISTER HERE Rev. Dr. Erin Beasley, co-author of I’m Black. I’m Christian. I’m Methodist. is an ordained elder in the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference of The United Methodist […]
This virtual seminar is part of a semi-monthly series exploring themes at the intersections of theology, medicine, and culture. This week's seminar, "Whose Body is This?: A Theological Anthropology for the Care of the Sick and Dying,” is given by pastoral theologian Esther Acolatse, Ph.D., M.T.S. The Reverend Dr. Esther E. Acolatse is professor of […]
Through the Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative, Lilly Endowment seeks to support highly promising and creative endeavors that help children come to know and love God and grow in faith. Eligible charitable organizations are invited to submit proposals for up to $1.25 million that may be used for up to a five-year period […]
Course Dates: March 4 – May 6, 2024 This is an Adult Education Course hosted by Gregory Ingram featuring contributions by 9 of the world’s leading Methodist scholars. It builds on the history of Methodism by examining Methodist beliefs and focusing especially on those doctrines that make Methodists distinctive. Eight half-hour long presentations by leading […]
Are your church’s social media accounts not getting much engagement? Do you want to learn how to transform them into vibrant channels to communicate with your congregation and community? You’re in the right place. In this 4-week facilitated course, you’ll go beyond the basics and consider social media through a strategic lens. You'll develop systems […]
God has given you the Holy Spirit, the most creative force imaginable. But it still helps to have other leaders to help you dream and pray. Find the time that best suits your team and join a one-time Think Tank with Fresh Expressions Associate Director of Training Heather Jallad and other church leaders like you […]
God has given you the Holy Spirit, the most creative force imaginable. But it still helps to have other leaders to help you dream and pray. Find the time that best suits your team and join a one-time Think Tank with Fresh Expressions Associate Director of Training Heather Jallad and other church leaders like you […]
Charles Maynard is a lot of things to a lot of people. No matter how you know Charles, you know that you will be informed and entertained as he uses his skills as both a pastor and a professional storyteller. You will leave with resources, insight, and a few story ideas to take back for […]
Join United Women in Faith members and friends for the premiere of a new short film, “Never Give Up: Cynthia and Michelle’s Faithful Fight Against Mass Incarceration.” Register here for the screening and discussion via Zoom Tuesday, March 5, 7-8 pm ET. This short and intimate documentary portrait, created by Ania Freer, tells the story of United […]
A spiritual exploration of the True Self based on Richard Rohr’s book, Immortal Diamond. Rediscover your forgotten Self that can never be destroyed—only transformed to live in eternal Love. REGISTRATION January 17, 2024 – February 27, 2024 START DATE March 6, 2024 LENGTH 10 Weeks COST $120 A 10-week online course exploring the True Self […]
Pastors for North Carolina Children hosts a Monthly Leaders Gathering. This informal Zoom call invites leaders of any faith (clergy or not) to a discussion covering the intersection of faith and child advocacy, as well as current topics in North Carolina public education. We also share announcements and update with each other as we work […]
We extend a heartfelt invitation to you for a transformative journey through the H.E.A.R.T. (Holistic Equity Anti-Racism Training) Experience. Learn more about the H.E.A.R.T. Curriculum→ This experience will underscore the significance of discipleship and resonate deeply with our shared Christian responsibility to actively engage in the process of personal and societal transformation. With this divine […]
How does a congregation begin the journey toward healing the racial divides in their communities? Join Michael Adam Beck and Stephanie Moore Hand, authors of Doing Justice Together, for an inspirational webinar for pastors and churches introducing a practical pathway toward healing racialization. In this webinar, you will: Join us for this live webinar that will […]
Everywhere we look in our culture you will find plastic. One place where you will not find plastic, however, is in the Bible. Join us for this webinar to learn about the plastics crisis and prepare your congregation for Earth Day 2024. In this session, we will provide invaluable insights into the state of plastics […]
Join us as we explore the transforming work of United Methodist missionaries serving around the world. You will have the opportunity to meet in a small group to hear a presentation from a single missionary during the call. Find out more about these missionaries below, or at www.umcmission.org Y. Cho serves as a Church Developer […]
Course Dates:March 11 – 22, 2024 Are you grieving the death of someone who was an important part of your life? Perhaps your spouse, child, parent, or close family member? Could it be a good friend, co-worker or neighbor? The loss that death brings is painful beyond words. No one can anticipate the emotional and […]
Course Dates: March 11 – March 23, 2024 The Holy Spirit is a divine presence in the lives of believers, keeping them in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ and giving strength and help in time of need. This course will examine Scripture in which God gives instructions concerning the Spirit who intercedes for His people. The goal is a […]
Course Dates: March 11 – 22, 2024 You live in a visual world created by God, the Master Artist. When you connect your congregation to the arts in worship, you are inviting the Holy Spirit to shine! ‘Awe and Wonder: The Arts in Worship’ is for beginners or seasoned veterans of the arts as well […]
Reconciling Clergy discuss strategy and success stories about how we organize for justice at the annual conference level, why annual conferences matter, and what we might experience in the coming annual conference season.
Why is it that some churches experience powerful revitalization? Where do you even start? In this free webinar, David Graham describes how church revitalization occurs and why listening to our surrounding communities is central to the process. Dr. David J. Graham is the Lead Pastor at Kingdom Church in Twin Falls, ID. He has led […]
About this course: Anyone who is called upon to lead public prayer may feel anxious and possibly inadequate for such a task. This course offers help for novices as well as veteran leaders of prayer as they create and deliver appropriate prayers for those on whose behalf the prayer is offered. Course goals:
Get an in-depth look at Cokesbury’s Camp Firelight VBS! Cokesbury is offering our Workshop for Camp Firelight VBS virtually! This workshop provides training for key activity stations of Camp Firelight and features music and sights from our producer/performer Andy Wilson. Also included are Bible Story Overviews for each session; science experiments; previews of crafts, snacks, and recreation activities; and much more. Plus, get a SPECIAL DISCOUNT […]
Course Dates: March 18 – 30, 2024 In this Lenten Study, you are invited to join your instructor and fellow students in a two-week course that unpacks the existential power of the best-known prayer in the world. By reading, discussing, and engaging in practical exercises that guide you through re–reading and re–praying the Lord’s Prayer […]
Course Dates:March 18 – 22, 2024 This two-hour Zoom webinar is for seekers who want to reflect on the events of Holy Week in some new ways. Using the lens of other languages for the study of our traditional Lenten scriptures, we will discuss and pray about the insights we have been given through God’s […]
The February COSROW Book Club selection is The First Ladies by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray https://www.amazon.com/First-Ladies-Marie-Benedict/dp/0593440285https://www.amazon.com/First-Ladies-Marie-Benedict/dp/0593440285 Join in a discussion of the book on March 18th at noon. Come on your lunch break! Bring your lunch along! Women & men are welcome! Contact Lindsay Collins if you have questions -- lcollins@nccumc.org Here is the […]
In Wrestling with Doubt, Finding Faith, Adam Hamilton explores six of the most significant sources of doubt people express and offers a pathway for pastors and leaders to journey with their communities in wrestling with them. This webinar is designed to engage leaders as they navigate challenging questions, helping them foster an uplifting environment where both […]
Meet Amanda Choi, Assistant Treasurer, National Office, and national and international United Women in Faith scholarship recipients who will share stories of how United Women in Faith scholarships afforded them an education that changed their lives. This event will highlight the pivotal role of education for women, emphasizing the significance of United Women in Faith scholarships. Learn how your […]
Join author, birder, and pastor Courtney Ellis for an invitation into simple, gentle, creative spiritual practices that can encourage our hearts as we seek to live with open hands. Whether you’re holding the weight of grief, seeking to lead well through uncertain days, or just eager for a fresh encounter with the Spirit, Ellis is […]
Join Charles Maynard, author of A Storyteller Looks at the Gospel of John, as he shares his thoughts on how to bring the Gospel of John to life during their sermons. Maynard believes a good story doesn’t have to be explained. During this session, he will offer insights on sharing the Gospel of John and […]
God has given you the Holy Spirit, the most creative force imaginable. But it still helps to have other leaders to help you dream and pray. Find the time that best suits your team and join a one-time Think Tank with Fresh Expressions Associate Director of Training Heather Jallad and other church leaders like you […]
Join us for an enlightening two-part webinar series that demystifies Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLM) like ChatGPT, tailored specifically for United Methodist Church clergy and laity. Designed for easy understanding, these sessions offer an approachable overview of groundbreaking technologies. Each 90-minute session will begin at 11 a.m. CDT.
Kim Gaubault recognizes that self-care is often the component that remains a form of intervention (after the break or the medical emergency) rather than a preventative measure. When we allow our bodies, minds and/or spirits to break down in the course of doing this work, we are not only putting ourselves at risk but we […]
Join us on a journey of transformation and hope with 'Inspired Mission: Call to Transformation and Hope.' This special #StillInMission Episode offers a refreshing focus on transformative United Methodist mission. We will be engaging stories from the heart of mission work from Africa and beyond. From the Democratic Republic of the Congo, missionary Gaston Ntambo […]
Save the Date - more details and registration coming soon! This webinar is for people interested in Direct Pay funding available for solar on buildings in the United States owned by non-profit organizations through the Inflation Reduction Act. You'll learn about program eligibility and criteria, questions to consider if this program is right for your […]
Join us for "Healthy Money: Transforming Your Relationship with Finance," a one-hour webinar designed for anyone seeking a deeper understanding and healthier approach to finances. This session is particularly beneficial for: Drawing insights from Roz and Callie Picardo’s new book, Healthy Money, this webinar addresses common financial dilemmas such as: This session goes beyond traditional financial […]
Do you know which woman is making history at General Conference? Do you understand GCSRW's role of monitoring? Will you be attending meaningful events? Are you aware of the legislation affecting women and girls? Join us in embracing the challenge to empower women at General Conference.
What makes a great essay? How do we troubleshoot writer's block, and work on enhancing our essays at the sentence level? In this workshop our aim will be to generate a framework for developing or already-written essays in order to better understand our own goals for the finished product. Whether you are seeking information about […]
Our Monday, March 25, 2024 discussion will be of: Consumed: The Need for Collective Change: Colonialism, Climate Change, and Consumerism by Aja Barber Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, Amazon I heard this author on an NPR interview on 1A: link She had a sentence or two in the 2/25/24 NPR story about de-influencing for sustainability. Email Tracy Sexton at tclayton@nccumc.org for the […]
Along with Stephen Handy, Michael Bowie, Jr. is author of the upcoming book, Doing Ministry in Innovative Ways: Casting our nets on the right side of the boat. As the nation continues to navigate through various disruptions, it’s critical that we are willing to do ministry in uncertain, uncommon and unconformable manner. If you expect to […]
You’re invited to join Neighborhood Seminary monthly on fourth Tuesdays for prayers offered for and with Global Neighbors. Each month the focus of prayers alternates between a nation/region of the world, and creation care/environmental justice. Rev. Kim Barker-Brugman serves as guide for these evenings of prayer. Kim is a pastor, spiritual director and gifted retreat […]
Join us for a lively presentation and discussion as Artist in Residence MJ Sharp is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Howie, a scholar of the history and theory of photography, to explore and discuss a variety of experiences of women photographers from photography’s beginnings in the mid-1800s to the 20th century. Leader: A photographic artist and […]
Are you ready to embark upon a heroic journey of descent, transformation, and self-discovery? Learn psychological, mythological, and spiritual truths to prepare for the second half of life to naturally unfold. REGISTRATION February 7, 2024 – March 19, 2024 START DATE March 27, 2024 LENGTH 15 Weeks COST $249 – 497 A 15-week online course […]
The Gammon Theological Seminary & Christian Education Programs and Resources will host a virtual grant workshop using interactive exercises, lectures, and discussions. This workshop will help you understand the successful implementation of your awarded grant, and develop a fiscal administration strategy to meet your grant goals and objectives in collecting the data that is needed […]
The Black church preaching tradition has always had something to say about liberation. Words preached in this tradition have been at the heart of movements for freedom, abolition, and reparations. These words are needed now if the church is to have any witness in a climate changed world. Join us as we welcome three preachers […]
Pastors for North Carolina Children hosts a Monthly Leaders Gathering. This informal Zoom call invites leaders of any faith (clergy or not) to a discussion covering the intersection of faith and child advocacy, as well as current topics in North Carolina public education. We also share announcements and update with each other as we work […]
You are invited to attend this Zoom Bible study hosted by Fletcher’s Chapel UMC based on “Climate Justice: A Call to Hope and Action,” edited by Rev. Pat Watkins. Sessions start on Wednesday, April 3, at 4:45 pm. This study will be held for four weeks. For more information and the Zoom link, contact Rev. Suzanne […]
Join us as we explore the transforming work of United Methodist missionaries serving around the world. You will have the opportunity to meet in a small group to hear a presentation from a single missionary during the call. Find out more about these missionaries below, or at www.umcmission.org Joseph Riddle serves as a Church Developer […]
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and as an organization committed to women, children, and youth, United Women in Faith wants to talk about it. But we not only want to talk about it, we want to offer protective and preventive tips to help us better support and nurture children and families. Please join a […]
Join MFSA and UMCJM for a special webinar to learn more about the Climate Justice Movement in the UMC and Climate Justice Legislation to General Conference. Speakers: Takundanashe Chinogwenya, Organizing Associate, holds a Bachelor of Social Science degree in Economics and Legal Theory and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Rhodes University, South Africa. Currently, […]
The Gateway district Lay Servant Ministries team presents Public Prayer on Zoom with the Rev. Vermel Taylor. ** Registration is open until Monday April 1, 2024, at 11:00 pm. Please make sure you are able to acquire and read the participant book before class! About this course: Anyone who is called upon to lead public prayer may feel anxious […]
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