As we in the United States mark the death of 100,000 people to COVID-19, let us as United Methodist people join in prayers in worship on Sunday, May 31, and join with countless others on Monday, June 1, in a national Day of Lament. Religious communities and civic leaders including governors and mayors are summoning… Continue Reading→
From the Bishop: An Aldersgate Letter
Dear United Methodist friends, Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ. This year, Ascension Day and Aldersgate Day converge meaningfully on our calendars this Sunday, May 24. To a narrow question of limited hope, Jesus responded, announcing that you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you;… Continue Reading→
Special Conference Rules Voting Results
Dear Lay and Clergy Members of the Annual Conference, Thank you for your attention to our request for voting related to the Conference Rules created for the June 18 Virtual Session in this extraordinary time. Electronic and mail-in ballots have been received from 1,219 lay and clergy members, with 98 percent in favor of the… Continue Reading→
NCC Deacon Endowment Fund Issues First Award
The NCC Deacon Endowment team of the North Carolina Annual Conference has joyfully issued its very first award. It is our pleasure to grant this year’s NCC Deacon Endowment award to Rev. Sarah Williams. Sarah serves First UMC – Morehead and lives in the area with her husband, Gray and two sons, Bradley (6) and… Continue Reading→
From the Bishop: Model for Renewing Face-to-Face Community & Worship
Dear United Methodist friends in Christ, With our neighbors across North Carolina, we receive Governor Cooper’s public health guidance for the first phase of the three-phase plan to continue to protect the health and safety of all people in our state. As we plan onward for community and worship in our church families, we echo… Continue Reading→
From the Bishop: Approaching Good Shepherd Sunday
Dear United Methodist friends in Christ, Grace and peace to you as we approach Good Shepherd Sunday, with the appointed lessons Psalm 23 and John 10. Even when we walk through the darkest valley, we fear no danger because you are with us. – Psalm 23 Thank you for your partnership in compassionate care as… Continue Reading→
Christ Is Risen! The Lord Is Risen Indeed!
Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Joyful Easter greetings resound from heart to heart, in prose and poetry and song, on this most amazing and wonderful of all days! Every brilliant and beautiful sign of spring points to resurrection, the great and miraculous gift of God. Life abundant and eternal are the gracious, strong gifts… Continue Reading→
Call to Join the Conference-wide Easter Service & Other Updates for Holy Week Resources
We have updated our Holy Week and Easter Sunday worship resources. If you have not had an opportunity to see those resources yet, we encourage you to visit the page and see what is available. For Good Friday and the Easter Vigil: Audio resources and Spanish translations (PDF files), are now available. The audio can… Continue Reading→
From the Bishop: These Challenging Times
Dear United Methodist friends, Grace and peace to you in this challenging time for the entire human family. This morning, I was in Zoom conferences with faith leaders, public health professionals and several episcopal colleagues. In addition, with you, I received the directive of Governor Cooper for schools to remain closed through mid-May. I urge… Continue Reading→
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