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PIM Receives Special Recognition! PIM’s SYSTEM program was one of 10 centers across North Carolina to participate in a NASA Design Challenge along with being an evaluation site to highlight the need for authentic, hands-on, real-world applications of STEM. The design challenge is a partnership between NASA and the U.S. Department of Education’s 21st Century… Continue Reading→
So far, 2020 has been a year like none other. And still churches are serving our neighbors! Communities have come together in new and exciting ways! Rural congregations have had particular challenges and have heard God calling them into ministries despite the global pandemic, despite limited internet access, as they have been inspired to build… Continue Reading→
AGAPE Board Makes A Pivot Most every ministry has had to make some pivot—some change of direction—during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our ministry to Armenia and Artsakh, which we call AGAPE, also has to make a pivot. The AGAPE Board recognizes the hardships of local Churches which has in turn meant a slow down in financial… Continue Reading→
We have another unique opportunity to be in mission this coming Wednesday, April 29 at the MERCI Center. Working with Rise Against Hunger, we will have an opportunity to unload and repack a tractor trailer load of Irish potatoes donated by a warehouse in Faison, through the auspices of another of our partners—Society of… Continue Reading→
During this time of physical distancing, many of us are finding ourselves in need of assistance for the first time. Many of us have ongoing needs that have worsened as a result of shut downs and closures. AND many of our church members are looking for ways to help our neighbors. If you can give… Continue Reading→
April 22, marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! While events initially planned in the pre-COVID19 era must now be modified, our congregations can and hopefully will celebrate in various ways this month. Here are some helpful resources and suggestions for celebrating the gift of God’s good creation even as we are physical distancing! A… Continue Reading→
The NCC Mission Team is pleased to introduce you to our newly hired Director of Disaster Ministries. Alton L. Miller, lll is a member of Haymount UMC in Fayetteville and comes to us with vast experiences in disaster response and recovery, to include being a victim of Hurricane Matthew. He served Cumberland County Schools for… Continue Reading→
In the wake of Hurricane Florence, Bishop Ward challenged the youth gathered at Pilgrimage 2018 to raise $500,000 for NC Storm Relief. During the Saturday evening session of Pilgrimage, youth will collect a special offering that will go directly towards NC Storm Relief. The NCCUMC has pledged to match every dollar raised by youth for… Continue Reading→
Thursday, November 8, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM West Nash United Methodist Church 2200 Nash Street North Wilson, NC Register here: https://fromseedtotableenc.eventbrite.com Participants will discover a role for churches, faith-based organizations and community groups to engage in their local food economy. Whether it’s building partnerships with local growers, composting, or selling a value-added… Continue Reading→
The sanctuary was packed with worshipers on Sunday, September 9, 2018. It had been many months since congregants were able to give thanks and praise in the historic building of 1st UMC Hamlet. Back in March, an arson fire ruined the sanctuary, and last Sunday was the first time they were able to enjoy the… Continue Reading→