United Methodist leaders have reached a settlement in the matter of the Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) pending bankruptcy proceedings. Upon final court approval, the settlement would absolve any claims of sexual abuse that may have occurred in congregation-sponsored Scouting programs. Under the terms of the settlement, United Methodists would raise and give $30 million… Continue Reading→
Share One Another’s Burdens In Love
As United Methodists, one of the primary ways we live into our shared life and ministry is connectional giving through apportionments. Giving to support the connection allows the generosity of many churches to be compounded for the work of the kin-dom of God. In Acts 2, we read these words about the early church: All… Continue Reading→
Boy Scouts of America: Proof of Claim Needed
URGENT AND IMPORTANT: IF YOUR CHURCH HAS EVER CHARTERED OR OTHERWISE SPONSORED A BOY SCOUT TROOP, CUB SCOUT PACK OR VENTURING CREW, YOU NEED TO IMMEDIATELY READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION, WHICH INCLUDES A FILING DEADLINE OF NOVEMBER 16, 2020. Earlier this year, the Boy Scouts of America (“BSA”) filed for bankruptcy to protect itself against… Continue Reading→
Conference Zoom Accounts Now Available for Pastors and Churches
In an attempt to stay safe and keep others safe, we have all had to rethink what it means to “gather” each week. The NC Conference has worked to provide a variety of resources and training during this time. We are excited to announce a new opportunity for churches and pastors to utilize Zoom video-conferencing… Continue Reading→