Bishop Ward and the Rev. Greg Moore talk about the annunciation to Mary and how her faithfulness to God’s will is reflected when we also walk in faithfulness.
Generosity in All Places: New Faith Communities
Greg Moore, Executive Director for New Faith Communities, spoke about watching the conference theme of “Generosity in All Places” being evident throughout the conference this year. Currently, there are 24 New Faith Communities doing ministry in the NCC. The conference has one of the largest programs of all conferences. “This old work of making new… Continue Reading→
Welcome to the Neighborhood!
Why your church should welcome a New Faith Community to the neighborhood! When I was a young church planter, excited to be moving into a fast growing area to begin a new work. It never dawned on me that this new endeavor would some how be threatening to existing United Methodist churches. I had assumed… Continue Reading→
The AXIS Experience Launched by New Faith Communities
A Focused Learning Community for Spiritual Entrepreneurs The North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church has consistently led the connection in creating vital new faith communities. As the office of New Faith Communities continues to live into that tradition of excellence, it launched AXIS: A Learning Community for Spiritual Entrepreneurs. The initial three-day immersion,… Continue Reading→
connections: Celebrating the Harvest by Remembering New Churches
As we embrace this season of homecoming and harvest, Bishop Hope reminds us we too were once new as the church. You can honor those days when your church first came to life by participating in Impact10, an indispensable resource for launching of new faith communities!
Jeff Severt Named Director of New Faith Communities
The Rev. Jeff Severt, lead pastor at New Song Church in New Bern has been named director of New Faith Communities for the North Carolina Conference, The United Methodist Church, Bishop Al Gwinn has announced. As director, Severt will utilize partnerships with congregations and the conference to launch new communities of faith for all people… Continue Reading→