Congregations for Children is accepting applications for supplementary funding for NCCUMC churches that are planning to host summer literacy programs for elementary school aged children. Aligned with our focus on Kindergarten through third grade literacy, we invite applications that demonstrate a focus on remediation and reinforcement of reading and writing skills, particularly for low-income children… Continue Reading→
“Our Faith, Our Children, Our Public Schools” Webinar
How does the prophet Micah’s call for us “to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God” apply to the ways we serve and advocate for our low-income children who attend our public schools in North Carolina? Why should all people of faith care about the health of our public… Continue Reading→
Every Child NC Webinars and Newsletter
Every Child NC is one of C4C’s primary partners in our mission to advocate for public school children and educators in North Carolina. This edition of their most recent online newsletter is full of opportunities for clergy and laity across our conference to learn more – and do more – about the challenges that our public… Continue Reading→
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
NC Child, one of our nonprofit partners engaged in advocacy for children, is offering free virtual learning opportunities in February and March that align with the mission and goals of Congregations for Children and the local outreach ministries of all of our NCCUMC churches. Learn more about the virtual events below. NC Child Advocacy Virtual… Continue Reading→
Public Schools First NC Webinars
Public Schools First NC, one of C4C’s outstanding partners in advocacy for public schools and public school children, is offering two important webinars free of charge in January: Legislative UpdatesJanuary 13, 7:00- 8:30pm Join Representative Julie von Haefen as she discusses key issues related to public education from the 2021 legislative session. Child Poverty in NCJanuary… Continue Reading→
Help Us Celebrate Your 2021 Congregations for Children Activities
We want to hear about the ways your congregations have invested in meaningful relationships with your partner public schools through C4C. Some examples: Providing food for children on weekends through “Backpack Buddies” programs Supplying clothing closets at school or church for children in need Donating school supplies and materials to children and teachers Hosting a book drive… Continue Reading→
Churches Donate Lunchroom Supplies to C4C Partner Schools
Centenary UMC in New Bern discovered their Congregations for Children (C4C) partner school needed supplies to serve students breakfast and lunch. The Men’s Fellowship of Centenary provided a donation to purchase 1,000 sporks and 1,000 styrofoam-covered plates for the school lunchroom. Swansboro UMC also donated supplies to their C4C partner school after reaching out to… Continue Reading→
Pastors for NC Children Prayer Vigil
On October 18, 2021, Congregations for Children and United Methodist Advocates for Public Schools were represented at an ecumenical prayer vigil for our public school children who are affected by the ongoing Leandro court case, which determines funding for our public schools. The vigil was sponsored by one of our ecumenical faith partners, Pastors for NC… Continue Reading→
Congregations for Children Community Connectivity Mini-Grants Awarded
The NCCUMC Congregations for Children Committee is pleased to announce that five churches in our conference have been awarded C4C Community Connectivity Mini-Grants. The funds were made possible by a $5000 grant to C4C from the NCCUMC Board of Church and Society to encourage and support churches’ advocacy efforts for local public schools. The purpose… Continue Reading→
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