News & Stories
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Extension Ministry Spotlight: WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Welcome to our series that spotlights NC Conference pastors serving in extension ministries. Read about other extension ministers as these stories are published weekly. Rev. Katy Medinas-Lockley Rev. Katy Medinas-Lockley serves as Clinical Pastoral Education Specialist at WakeMed Health & Hospitals. Born and raised in North Carolina, she has a BA in Religious Studies from East Carolina… Continue Reading→
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“Shaping the Mission” Native American Leadership Retreat
The Committee on Native American Ministries (CONAM) and the Native American Cooperative Ministry (NACM), North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church members held their “Shaping the Mission” Leadership Retreat at Shell Island Resort, Wrightsville Beach, NC, August 11-13, 2025. The twenty-two participating members discussed concerns about Native peoples’ needs within the CONAM/NACM churches and… Continue Reading→
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Moving Ahead Toward Self-Sufficiency in Armenia
Sponsor the work of the Project AGAPE Vocational School and resettlement ministry! Nara Melkonyan writes: “Yes, the Christmas boxes are still very special and cherished by the children and families who receive them — they bring joy and hope. But you’re absolutely right: as the needs evolve, especially with the influx of families displaced from… Continue Reading→
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Health Ministry Local Church Grant Deadline Extended
The Conference Health Ministry Team is extending the application deadline for Local Church Health Ministry Grants to October 31. These grants support local churches in forming Health Ministry teams or launching new projects to address the social determinants of health in their communities. Apply today to support health and wholeness in your community! Apply Now→ Continue Reading→
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Sacred Sorrow Research Project
Sacred Sorrow is a new research-informed pilot grief support and education program for rural clergy and congregations in the North Carolina United Methodist Church. Rural church pastors and laity hold wisdom and insight that has the capacity to shape next steps. The North Carolina Institute for Spiritual Direction and Formation received a grant from The… Continue Reading→
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Extension Ministry Spotlight: Greensboro College
Welcome to our series that spotlights NC Conference pastors serving in extension ministries. Read about other extension ministers as these stories are published weekly. Rev. Dr. Robert Brewer Rev. Dr. Robert Brewer is the Campus Chaplain and Assistant Professor of Religion at Greensboro College. He oversees religious life and community service, as well as teaches practical theology… Continue Reading→
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Respond to God’s Call — CLM Applications Due Soon
In June, we celebrated the newest certified lay ministers at Annual Conference—faithful leaders now serving across our conference as lay pastors, children’s ministers, outreach coordinators, and more. Maybe you were there as these laity publicly proclaimed their commitment to live out the gospel in the ministries where they are assigned. Continue Reading→
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Ending Well in Columbus County & Preparing for Future Response
As we look ahead, NC Conference Disaster Ministries is realigning its operations in November, following the peak of hurricane season, to enhance long-term sustainability and our commitment to readiness, recovery, and strong connectional partnerships. Our chapter of ministry in Columbus County will conclude on October 31, 2025, after one year of helping our neighbors get… Continue Reading→
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Youth Ministries Update
Rev. Ismael Ruiz-Millán, Executive Director of Connectional Ministries, shares updates on the search for a new conference youth ministry director. Continue Reading→