The NC Conference districts will be hosting church safety workshops in March and April. These helpful events will feature a presentation by law enforcement, topical workshops, and a review of United Methodist beliefs on the subject. You can register for these free workshops online. The NC Conference Media Center also recommends viewing these 15-minute videos… Continue Reading→
From the Bishop: Take Courage
Dear United Methodist friends, Grieved afresh by the horrific violence Sunday morning in First Baptist Church, I asked colleague bishops in our Council of Bishops covenant group this morning for wisdom and help. How do we respond faithfully to encourage and protect those who gather for worship, prayer, learning, and service? An African colleague bishop… Continue Reading→
Digital Security for Churches: Start with Security
The Information Technology (IT) Office is starting a series of posts on the topic of Digital Security for Churches. This series seeks to inform and equip our local churches on the best ways to secure their computer networks from various threats. These same principles may be applied to personal equipment and systems as well. You… Continue Reading→