Linda, Author at NC Conference

U.S. Bishops Call for Full Participation in November Elections

October 12, 2020

For Immediate ReleaseMonday, October 12, 2020 U.S. Bishops call for full participation in November elections. WASHINGTON, D.C. – United Methodist bishops based in the United States today issued a statement on Faith and Democracy, calling on the people of The United Methodist Church to support voter registration and encourage people to vote in the November… Continue Reading→

connections: Faithful Mission & Generosity

October 6, 2020

Bishop Ward thanks churches for faithful generosity and for continuing to reach out and make disciples of Jesus Christ during the pandemic.

Mission Seed Fund Grant: Ministry to Public Schools

September 29, 2020

Cokesbury UMC – Henderson has received Mission Seed Funds to enhance our ministry with the elementary school in our community. We discovered that our members step up when they are asked to provide specific items—school supplies and Christmas gifts. We estimate that they provided at least $500 in school supplies and gifts for 52 students at Christmas in… Continue Reading→

connections: Giving Thanks for Gary Locklear

September 29, 2020

Bishop Ward gives thanks for the life and ministry of Gary Wayne Locklear.

Connections: Conversation with Beth Hood

September 22, 2020

Bishop Ward and Beth Hood talk about the importance of asking questions as we strive to live like Jesus and cultivate a culture of coaching.

connections: Conversation with Lisa Yebuah

September 15, 2020

Bishop Ward introduces Lisa Yebuah as the Spiritual Director and Advisor for Inclusion and Equity, working with the Cabinet and the Leadership Team.

connections: The Ties that Bind Us

September 8, 2020

As we enter the fall, Bishop Ward updates us on several ways the Methodist connection binds us together.

New United Methodist Advertising Campaign Encourages Hope

September 8, 2020 Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2020 New United Methodist advertising campaign encourages hope.Nashville, Tennessee – A new advertising campaign from The United Methodist Church urges people to find hope together amid the challenges posed by this year’s COVID-19 pandemic and heightened racial tensions. “It’s been a year like no other. You’re not the only one… Continue Reading→

connections: Legacy Building Sunday

September 1, 2020

We who live have received a legacy from those who’ve come before, and we who live are called to create a legacy for those who come after us.