“The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” — Proverbs 11:25, NLT Amid the climate of public health concerns and the need to practice social distancing, many churches are conducting online worship services to continue ministry during this pandemic. We are pleased that United Methodists are using all the tools available… Continue Reading→
connections: Project AGAPE Sunday 2020
Over the course of 25 years, Project AGAPE has helped the Armenian Orthodox Church meet the basic needs of refugees of war, families who are impoverished, and children who are sick. Watch to learn more.
Celebrate World Communion Sunday
Soon, we will come together as Christians in celebration of World Communion Sunday. On this Special Sunday of The United Methodist Church, not only do we celebrate our unity in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, but we also come together as United Methodists to lift up under-served students with a special offering. Our gifts… Continue Reading→
World Communion Sunday is October 2, 2016
Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” World Communion Sunday (WCS) helps provide education by funding scholarships to qualified students who would otherwise have no opportunity to attend school. We celebrate World Communion Sunday on the first Sunday in October or a date that works for… Continue Reading→
connections: One Great Hour of Sharing 2013
Bishop Ward shares about the impact of giving through Special Sundays like One Great Hour of Sharing.
Celebrate Camp Sunday
Every day, our United Methodist Camps – Chestnut Ridge, Don Lee and Rockfish – are transforming lives with the love of God. At camp, people of all ages discover new friends, accomplish new goals, grow in Christ, and experience the wonder that nature offers. Unplugged from the constant buzz of computers, television, video games, and cell phones, people… Continue Reading→
2010 Native American Ministries Sunday
“When I was in seminary, I was honored to receive the Native American Seminary Award. To this day, it is one of the greatest honors bestowed upon me… It was a humbling experience to know that I had the approval and the support of The United Methodist Church and every local United Methodist congregation who… Continue Reading→
One Great Hour of Sharing is March 14
One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS), a United Methodist Special Sunday, is March 14. This Special Sunday offering enables the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) to respond to disasters around the world by covering its operational and administrative costs. Unlike other mission programs, UMCOR receives no World Service or other apportionment money. By giving… Continue Reading→
Camp Sunday is February 28
Remember that Sunday, Feb. 28 is Camp Sunday. Make plans to celebrate by having a camper, staff member or someone who has experienced camp speak to the congregation for 1-2 minutes during the worship services. Bulletin inserts can be found on the camping ministries website www.ncumcamps.org. If churches want a representative from one of the… Continue Reading→