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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2026 Resources
The theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity for January 18-25, 2026, comes from Apostle Paul’s letter to the Ephesians: “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling” (Eph. 4:4). In a world with diverse and often divided traditions and expressions of… Continue Reading→
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This Thursday: Engaging Children & Youth in Worship
Are you interested in finding new ways to engage children and youth in worship in 2026? Join us this Thursday for a webinar with Nelson Cowan and begin building more intentional, intergenerational worship in your church. Continue Reading→
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The Tables Are Open: Statistical Reporting Season 2026
Dear Pastors, Colleagues, and Friends, Statistical reporting season is now open. Our Statistical Tables tell an important story—the story of people, ministry, generosity, and stewardship across our churches. The data you submit reflects how individuals and families connect with the life of the church through worship, formation, service, and giving. Together, these tables form a… Continue Reading→
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Benefits Seminar Registration Now OPEN!
The Clergy Benefits Seminar educates clergy about their conference and denominational benefits and prepares them for the retirement transition. Visit the registration page to register by January 26. Continue Reading→
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2026 Youth Events Registration Open
Registration is open for our 2026 conference youth events—and we can’t wait to welcome your youth for a year of faith, fun, and meaningful connection! From the Annual Conference Session (ACS) for Youth to Kaleidoscope for middle schoolers to our signature summer experience, Breakaway, each event offers powerful worship, deep relationships, and unforgettable moments. Register… Continue Reading→
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Lent and Easter Resources for 2026
Lent will begin on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and Easter is on Sunday, April 5. Now is the time to request resources that your church or small group would like to use during the Lenten season. On this page, we have highlighted new and popular resources used during Lent and Easter, but the NC… Continue Reading→
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Ministry Spotlight: Certified Lay Minister, Princeton UMC
Jennifer Burns is a Certified Lay Minister serving at Princeton United Methodist Church in Princeton, NC, in Johnston County. She has more than 10 years of ministry experience, including previous positions as a Church Secretary, Visitation Minister, and managing social media and digital ministries for a number of congregations. Jennifer serves at Princeton UMC as… Continue Reading→
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Upcoming Grant, Scholarship & Loan Opportunities
The NC Conference recommends the following grants, scholarships, and loans available to United Methodist churches and ministry leaders in the North Carolina Conference. These programs are funded by the Conference or our partner organizations. The funding opportunities listed here have application deadlines in the near future. Additional funding opportunities will be available later this year.… Continue Reading→
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Most Borrowed Resources in 2025
Welcome to 2026! Here is our list of the top 10 most borrowed resources from the NC Conference Media Center in 2025. Did you know that you can borrow multiple participant books for some of our older studies? Groups that took advantage of this option sent these studies to the top of our list this year. Rev.… Continue Reading→