News & Stories
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Looking Towards the Future: Resources for Church Planning
We are approaching a new year, and The United Methodist Church is leaning toward a future with hope. This season offers a great opportunity to consider what the future could look like at your church. The NC Conference Media Center offers many books and resources to assist your church in discernment, assessment, and planning for… Continue Reading→
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December 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. The flyer includes upcoming events, grant deadlines, our quarterly #BeUMC theme, and more. The monthly theme for December is Christmas! The flyer includes related resources that can be borrowed from the… Continue Reading→
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Winter Weather Preparedness
Winter Weather Preparedness Week is December 3-9, 2023. Here are some ways you can prepare your home and church for the winter season: For more information on winter weather preparedness, visit the American Red Cross, Ready.gov, National Weather Service, and Ready NC website. Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should… Continue Reading→
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Our Public Schools Deserve Our Support
The United Methodist Church is unequivocal in its support of public education, and our own NC Conference has demonstrated its commitment to our public school children and educators for over a decade through Congregations for Children (C4C) and United Methodist Advocates for Public Schools (UMAPS). We are at a critical moment in our state’s history,… Continue Reading→
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Giving Tuesday: District Christmas Offering Resources
Together, let’s make this Giving Tuesday a celebration of our collective compassion and commitment to serving those in need. We have the incredible opportunity to make an impact in communities around the world through the District Christmas Offering, supporting Project AGAPE and Professors in Methodism. We’ve added new videos from Nara Melkonyan (Director, Project AGAPE)… Continue Reading→
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A Church Reforming, a World Transforming: Faithful Ministry in a Chaotic World
Join pastor and author MaryAnn McKibben Dana for a spirited exploration of “yes, and…” and other tools for faithful improvisation. We are all improvisers, often without realizing it. The focus of our time together will not be on acting and comedy skills, but on practices for thriving in the midst of chaotic, often unpredictable lives. Come for a… Continue Reading→
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Join us Wednesday for a Webinar on Church Conflict
Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or a concerned member, join us to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for promoting unity and harmony within your church. Learn to transform conflicts into opportunities for spiritual growth and strengthen the bonds that make your congregation a loving and supportive family. Continue Reading→
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Thanksgiving Realities: Bishop Shelton’s Call to Remember
In this message, Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton addresses the inaccuracies and myths surrounding the Pilgrims and Native people narrative, urging us to confront the uncomfortable truths that history often overlooks. Continue Reading→
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Help Pack Christmas Boxes for Project AGAPE
You’re invited to a Project AGAPE Christmas box packing event! We need your help to pack boxes on November 28 and December 2. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community during the holiday season. If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Rev. Bill Haddock at 910-262-3831 or revbillh@nccumc.org. 🗓️… Continue Reading→