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Celebrating Asian American Authors

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We are highlighting books in our collection written by Asian American authors to honor their significant contribution to the work of the church. For a full list of resources related to AAPI Month, view our Asian American Ministry Resources pathfinder. A Worship Workbook: A Practical Guide… Continue Reading→

Native American Ministries Sunday is May 1

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May 1 is Native American Ministries Sunday. This is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the contributions made by Native Americans to our Conference and to our broader connection. The video below features Louise Mitchell, Rev. Mattheue Locklear, and Rev. Dr. Kenneth Locklear. Please watch and share this video with your congregations. ResourceUMC has provided a… Continue Reading→

Conference Connectional Table:  Meeting Updates from 3-29-2022

The Conference Connectional Table (CCT) met March 29th by Zoom for the second of its quarterly meetings in 2022.  A meeting summary follows.   DEVOTION Bishop Fairley reminded us that God always desires to communicate with us individually.  We must be willing to give God space to speak to us because God asks us every day… Continue Reading→

“Breaking the Silence” Video Premiere April 4

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Fifty-five years ago, on April 4, 1967, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered a powerful speech titled “Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence.” This historic speech called its first audience to take action to eradicate racism, militarism, and poverty. Exactly one year later, Rev. Dr. King was assassinated in Memphis. But the words… Continue Reading→

Conference Connectional Table Approves 2024 Budget and Sends to CFA for Approval

The Conference Connectional Table (CCT) met January 27th by Zoom to ready the 2024 budget proposal for presentation to the Council on Finance and Administration (CFA).  After discussion, the total budget submitted for vote totaled $15,734,449, reflecting a $339,905 (2.21%) increase from the budget approved for 2023.  Approved unanimously, the 2024 budget was moved to… Continue Reading→

Anti-Racism Resources for Your Whole Church

Everyone in your church – leaders to laity, adults to children – can participate in the work of anti-racism. Use these books, DVDs, and online resources to involve everyone in creating an anti-racist church. Keep reading to see recommended resources for: Small Groups Preachers Worship Team Anti-Racism Team Conversation Hosts Lifelong Learners Activists Individuals Parents… Continue Reading→

‘Make It Plain’

Black History Month often raises many questions and responses around why it is celebrated. Therefore, I ask for this moment of personal privilege, not as a debate (my heart has grown weary of that), but as an opportunity of witness. February, Black History Month, is a time to celebrate the resilient accomplishments of a people… Continue Reading→

Committed to Anti-Racism

The Center for Leadership Excellence is committed to anti-racism. As we enter into Black History month, we wanted to highlight some of the recent events we have hosted that are still available for viewing. In addition, see the invite below to share your own ideas for topics and speakers we might host in the future.  Anti-Racist… Continue Reading→