News & Stories
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United in Mission: Bringing Relief to Those in Need
Hear how laypeople and pastors across the Conference are coming together to build cleaning kits to assist those in need in Western NC. Want to Build an UMCOR Cleaning Kit? We encourage you to help build cleaning kits or gather kit supplies at your church! Several churches across the Conference are serving as collection centers… 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 next year. View… Continue Reading→
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October Monthly Resource Flyer
Each month, we publish this flyer to share timely Conference resources available to clergy and laity in local churches in the North Carolina Conference. It includes upcoming events, grant deadlines, Conference news, and more. The monthly theme for October is Pastor Appreciation Month. The flyer includes related resources that can be borrowed from the NC… Continue Reading→
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Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts: Join Us in Building Cleaning Kits
Thank you for your ongoing prayers and support for the people of Western North Carolina and the Southeast following Hurricane Helene. Here are a few ways you can help support Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts: UMCOR Kits The Western NC Conference needs UMCOR cleaning kits to distribute in their community. We are collecting kits to… Continue Reading→
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Let the EAP Lighten Your Load
Blurred boundaries between work and personal time…personal or family issues…financial worries…feeling stressed and stretched to the limit. Let the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) lighten your load with confidential resources available online, on the phone, or in person. Support for a Variety of Needs The EAP provides counseling services and work/life services for those enrolled in the conference… Continue Reading→
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United in Support: How You Can Help After Hurricane Helene
Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Western North Carolina and across the Southeast in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding and severe weather. NC Conference Disaster Ministries has been in touch with the Western NC Conference of The United Methodist Church to discuss how we can assist with their disaster relief… Continue Reading→
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Transform Your Ministry: Only Two Weeks Left to Apply for 2025 Mission Seed Funds
Is your church interested in starting a new ministry? You still have time to apply for 2025 Mission Seed Funds! Mission Seed Funds are a resource for local churches to help you engage in ministry that is transformative for the world and the church and to provide support in growing committed disciples. Applications close on… Continue Reading→
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Hurricane Helene: Ways You Can Prepare for Severe Weather
Disaster Ministries is monitoring forecasts and paths for Hurricane Helene. Please pray for all those in the storm’s path. Stay up to date with the latest weather updates from the National Hurricane Center and the National Weather Service in Morehead City, Raleigh, and Wilmington. Here are ways you can prepare your home and church for… Continue Reading→