Peru. A magical land of rich culture and Incan heritage. The home of the legendary Machu Picchu. A country divided by recent civil war pitting the Shining Path, a collection of farmers and laborers, against the government military. A country with a strengthening economy and incredible poverty. The Methodist Church of Peru (Iglesia Metodista de… Continue Reading→
Come to the Table – Farm and Faith
Please join us for the 2013 Come to the Table Conferences: People of Faith Relieving Hunger and Supporting Local Agriculture. These conferences include inspiring plenaries, topical breakout sessions, lunch, and a unique chance to meet partners engaged in local food systems and hunger relief work. EASTERN REGION Monday, February 4, 2013 Kinston Community Arts Council Kinston, NC PIEDMONT REGION Tuesday, February 19, 2013… Continue Reading→
United Methodist Mission Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults
“When I served as a missionary at the Robeson County Church and Community Center,” says NC Conference Outreach Team Coordinator, Steve Taylor, “it was one of my true blessings to partner with dozens of youth and adult work teams in the Center’s housing ministry. I was always amazed at the passion and energy of the… Continue Reading→
Crisis in the Congo – UMCOR Responds
Calls for Prayers, Peace, and Humanitarian Aid in Eastern Congo “This is a wake up cry we express at this moment…war atrocities are now hitting home in this part of our Episcopal area,” wrote Bishop Gabriel Unda Yemba, who leads the East Congo Episcopal Area of The United Methodist Church. Over the last two decades, there have been… Continue Reading→
NC Coastal Neighbors Continue to Need Our Assistance – Hurricane Irene Update
North Carolina United Methodists, more than most, understand the pain and suffering that our friends to the north experienced from Hurricane Sandy. In response, United Methodists across the NC Conference have donated tens of thousands of dollars and have shipped thousands of cleaning buckets. Additionally, as the response phase moves into long-term recovery,… Continue Reading→
UMCOR Responds to Hurricane Sandy
Dear 10-Fold Advocate:Even with advance notice, a natural disaster is devastating. But with the knowledge that Hurricane Sandy was bearing down on the East Coast, The United Methodist Church immediately prepared to help. • United Methodist Early Response Teams (ERT) from many states were put on alert, ready to deploy when needed. • United Methodist-trained… Continue Reading→
Hurricane Sandy Response – Please Donate Now
Hurricane Sandy has been a devastating storm. At this writing, there are 17 people confirmed dead in the U.S. and more than 69 deaths across the Caribbean. Property damage and destruction is only now being assessed. It is another storm of historic proportion. Our southern and northern neighbors need our help. After we here in North Carolina… Continue Reading→
10 Fold – Support our Hard-working Brothers and Sisters through Fair Trade
10-Fold Emphasis for Week Five: Fair Trade The emphasis for 10-Fold for this week is on Fair Trade. Our United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) connects consumers with Fair Trade-certified companies and other socially responsible businesses. When you choose to buy Fair Trade items, you support farmers and artisans who are paid fair wages… Continue Reading→
God is Calling – Deaconess – Home Missioner Discernment Event
DEACONESSES & HOME MISSIONERS December 7-9, 2012 Applications will be received as long as there are openings — If Possible – Please register by November 1. God is calling. You have the opportunity to pause, listen and respond to God’s call. This fall, local United Methodist laity will explore God’s invitation to become a deaconess… Continue Reading→