Dear Friends, I confess my heart aches and grieves where we find ourselves. Our beloved church holds a diversity of opinions, and I understand that some sisters and brothers feel they must leave our Connection for the sake of their conscience concerning issues of human sexuality. As a believer facing hard realities, I draw strength… Continue Reading→
Villegas Joins Conference Staff as Director of Youth Ministries
Bishop Leonard E. Fairley announces the appointment of the Rev. Jason Villegas as part-time Director of Youth Ministries, effective July 1, 2022. In this new position, his primary responsibility will be to build strong relationships between the Conference Youth Ministries Chairperson, Conference Council on Youth Ministry (which includes youth and adult members), District Youth Coordinators,… Continue Reading→
Cabinet Announces Transition Week for 2022 Appointments
Out of commitment to the well-being of our clergy, The Bishop and Cabinet are declaring June 28 – July 5, 2022, as Transition Week in the NC Conference. Clergy receiving new appointments will move on June 28 and have their first Sunday in a new pulpit on July 10, with a guest preaching at the… Continue Reading→
Recently Mailed BSA Documents
We have been notified that churches are receiving a new document related to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) settlement (view a PDF of the document). The judge reopened voting because of recent changes in the plan. As there is no change in the recommendation related to the BSA proposal, churches should disregard the documents… Continue Reading→
Update on New BSA Relationship Agreements
The United Methodist Church Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Leadership Team has recommended a new relationship statement to the BSA leadership to replace charters. A team of five United Methodists is now negotiating this agreement with the BSA. The five include two chancellors, an insurance expert, a United Methodist Men staff person, and a bishop…. Continue Reading→
New Bible Study Podcast: “God’s Gift of Scripture with Belton Joyner”
Belton Joyner has enriched and enlivened our study of scripture with his insightful writing over the years. Now, we’re offering a new way for you to engage with the Bible Study: an audio version of his weekly commentary, narrated by Belton himself. “God’s Gift of Scripture with Belton Joyner” is a new way for you… Continue Reading→
Local Church Leaders and Members Encouraged to Join #BeUMC Campaign
A new #BeUMC online toolkit has launched to assist church leaders in creating engagement in their church communities focused on the work of the Holy Spirit being done through the people of The United Methodist Church. Resources include inspiring ideas and practical suggestions, worship and preaching aids, communication tools, informative research, and more. In the… Continue Reading→
Neighborly Community Celebrated in National Advent Advertising Campaign
Nashville, Tennessee – To assist people seeking an escape from the holiday blues and connection to the true source of joy and love, United Methodist Communications, the global communications agency for the denomination, has launched their Advent-Neighbors national advertising campaign. After 20+ months of a pandemic, many individuals are looking for ways to find meaningful… Continue Reading→
Commission Considers Status of Postponed General Conference
Commission on the General Conference FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 19, 2021 Nashville, Tenn.: The Commission on the General Conference announced today that it is continuing to move forward with logistical planning for the postponed 2020 General Conference, but that it continues to monitor various factors, including pandemic-related developments, which could impact the decision to hold the… Continue Reading→
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