Do you know a youth who has made an impact for Christ in your church or community during these past two years? The North Carolina Conference is seeking nominations for the Harry Denman Evangelism award, with categories for youth, clergy, and laity. See the announcement below and consider nominating a youth you know who has… Continue Reading→
Nominate Your Pastor – Denman Evangelism Award
Have you seen your pastor reaching out into the community to form deeper connections with your neighbors? The North Carolina Conference is seeking nominations for the Harry Denman Evangelism award, with categories for youth, clergy, and laity. See the announcement below and considering nominating your pastor. The deadline is April 4. It’s easy to do and… Continue Reading→
Harry Denman Evangelism Awards Return!
The past two years of hybrid and online worship meant new avenues for evangelism. As pastors, church leaders, and youth honed their skills in Facebook live, streaming, and recording worship, our UMCs have been able to reach out to new worshippers both in North Carolina and outside our local geographic reach. It is the time… Continue Reading→
It’s your turn to lead the devotion. Are you ready?
Are you confident and excited when it’s your turn to lead the devotion? Or do you silently pass that devotion sign-up sheet down the row without adding your name? Whether you are eager to lead a short devotion at the beginning of a meeting or feel ill-equipped for the job, we invite you to join… Continue Reading→
Demystifying Devotions – A Workshop with Jim Harnish
It’s your turn to lead the brief devotions at the beginning of the meeting. What will you do? Will it be more than an easily forgotten mini-sermon or a story you picked up online? Will it be a perfunctory prayer or could it be an experience that draws participants into the presence of God? Will… Continue Reading→
Dr. Christine Harman Retires, Other Staff Changes Announced
We in the North Carolina Conference celebrate the retirement of Dr. Christine Harman. Dr. Harman served on the staff of Connectional Ministries as the Director of Christian Formation from July 2010 – December 31, 2021. Previously, she served on staff in the Kentucky Annual Conference (KAC) for 10 years. Dr. Harman was incredibly active in… Continue Reading→
Lay Servant Ministry Training Classes
Three districts have announced upcoming training opportunities. Corridor, Fairway, and Sound districts have scheduled classes posted with pre-registration required. Dates and links for more information and registration are here.
No Man Left Behind
Man in the Mirror Ministries presents: “NO MAN LEFT BEHIND” Simulcast at 2 NC Locations Hello MEN of the NC Conference UM Church, It’s still a little crazy when it comes to getting together in groups and especially when COVID cases begin ticking upward. However, on August 21 there will be an (8 am –… Continue Reading→
Registration Open for Online Class: Lay Pastoral Care Giving
This course will offer a systemic path for pastoral care using the gifts of the laity in the church. Unique to this course is the ongoing training and accountability meetings outlined for those in this valuable ministry. Daily class lessons will run from February 22 through March 5 and will include a live Zoom session…. Continue Reading→