News & Stories
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Hearing 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) […] Continue Reading→
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Hispanic/Latinx Resources for English & Spanish-Speaking Churches
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15th through October 15th. The NC Conference Media Center has books, DVDs, and curricula for use in Hispanic/Latinx Ministries, including resources in Spanish. We also […] Continue Reading→
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Last Month in the NC Conference: August 2023
Here’s an overview of NC Conference events and updates from the month of August. NC Conference District Office Center for Leadership Excellence Laity Ministries Media Center New Faith Communities Office […] Continue Reading→
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Upcoming Event on Local Church Property Insurance
The Conference Treasurer’s Office will host a lunchtime Zoom meeting on Thursday, September 14, 2023, from 12:00-1:00 pm to discuss upcoming local church property insurance renewals and trends impacting local […] Continue Reading→
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Lighthouse Congregations: Wesley Memorial UMC (Wilmington)
“We’re a beacon of light, we shine Christ’s light, and we welcome people and say, ‘It’s safe here.’” Members of Wesley Memorial UMC in Wilmington share what it means to […] Continue Reading→
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August 2023 Updates
Conference Director of Youth Ministries, Rev. Jason Villegas, and CCYM (Conference Council on Youth Ministry) Co-Chairs Rev. Heather Wong and Jenn Tabor share an update about Conference Youth Ministry. Continue Reading→
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2024 Mission Seed Fund Applications Open Now!
My favorite question is, “How is the Holy Spirit leading you, and how can I help?” The goal of Mission Seed Funds is to assist congregations in starting new ministries […] Continue Reading→
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Our Health, Our Changing World
In all the years I’ve been a pastor, there is one thing I can count on Sunday after Sunday: when I ask the congregation if there are prayer requests, we […] Continue Reading→
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Tropical Storm Idalia Update: August 31
Thank you to all who have reached out to assist with disaster response efforts. NC Conference Disaster Ministries has connected with contacts across the Conference to assess needs and damages. […] Continue Reading→