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Church Leader Survey Highlights Communications Resource Value

Nashville, Tennessee –Research shows that local churches and organizations seeking to excel in communications ministry will find the support they need within United Methodist Communications’ MyCom e-newsletter. A recent reader survey* revealed a 90 percent satisfaction rate, and 78 percent of readers stated that MyCom is the best source for communication tips and tools. The… Continue Reading→

UMCom Honors Derek Leek with the Epikoinonía Award

During the afternoon session, the Rev. Gary Henderson, Chief Relationship Officer for United Methodist Communications (UMCom), joined by video to present the Epikoinonia Award to Derek Leek, conference director of communications. The award honors and celebrates excellence in communication ministry. It is rooted in the call to share the Good News of the Gospel of… Continue Reading→

Thursday Afternoon Business Session

Recognition of 2020 and 2021 RetireesRev. Sheila Ahler, chair of the Board of Pension, led the recognition of 2020 and 2021 retirees. Financial ReportsDr. Christine Dodson, Conference Treasurer, introduced the financial reports from: –Anne Lloyd, Chairperson for the Council on Finance and AdministrationThe proposed 2023 budget (pg. 36 in the Conference Workbook) shows a reduction… Continue Reading→

Communications Grants Now Available & New Church Consultant Position

Communications Grants Available for Local Churches The NC Conference Communications Committee is offering grants to local churches to help with their communications ministries. Churches can use funds to add new equipment, upgrade existing equipment, or pay for the cost of future services. Members of the Conference Communications Committee and Communications staff will review grant applications…. Continue Reading→