Human Rights Day is Monday, Dec. 10. The Lectionary text appointed for Dec. 9 includes Luke 3:6, “and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.” As we journey toward Christmas and the celebration of Jesus’ birth, we recall that, in his death and resurrection, Christ ushered in the reality of God’s peace and liberation… Continue Reading→
Giving Tuesday is November 28
It’s hard to believe the holidays are right around the corner. That means it’s time once again for UMC #GivingTuesday. On Nov. 28, United Methodists have the opportunity to extend the spirit of giving thanks into the Advent season through gifts to The Advance. Together, we can connect our passions with God’s mission. Through The Advance, United Methodists can give… Continue Reading→
Bishop’s Forum on Creation Care!
Save the date! Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 1 pm – 3 pm The United Methodist Building in the Dixon Chapel 700 Waterfield Ridge Place, Garner, NC 27529 Join the newly formed Creation Care Ministry Team to hear about EarthKeepers Ministry and what we can do together to care for God’s Good Earth. Rev. Pat Watkins… Continue Reading→
2017 Seed Funds Available NOW!
The NC Conference Mission Team has some remaining Seed Funds for 2017. If your congregation has come up with a new ministry dream that will engage your members with your community, we’d like to help you make that dream come true! 2017 Seed Fund applications will be accepted until July 31, 2017. Applications will be… Continue Reading→
FREE VBS Curriculum!
Abundance Orchard includes biblical background and lesson preparation helps for teachers, and complete resources for storytelling, arts & crafts, recreation, music, snacks, and mission activities, along with VBS planning suggestions and daily memory verses. Theologically Sound * Earth & Budget Friendly * FUN! Broadly-Graded for Older Preschoolers through Grade 6 Easily Adaptable for Summer Sunday… Continue Reading→
Are You Interested in Caring for God’s Creation?
We are looking for folks interested in serving on a Creation Care Ministry Team. Anyone with the time and inclination to lead us, educate us, and turn our attention toward God’s “Good” creation is invited to contact Rev. Jaye White. Email: jayewhite@nccumc.org or call: 919-779-6115 ext…. Continue Reading→
Mission of Hope Stories and Testimonial Video
The “Mission of Hope” in Rotifunk, Sierra Leone is a partnership between the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church and the Sierra Leone Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church – working together to provide quality healthcare to the impoverished people of Sierra Leone – with a focus on those living in and around the… Continue Reading→
Addressing Food Insecurity in NC
Matthew 25: 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink?” One in five adults and one in four children, face food insecurity in the United States every day. The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North… Continue Reading→
Mark Your Calendars!
Dare to Dream: Ecumenical Educational Conference on Peace and Justice in the Middle East ~ Featuring Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb, Co-Founder, CEO and President of Bright Stars of Bethlehem, world – renowned champion for peace; Pastor of Christmas Lutheran Church in Bethlehem, Palestine and recipient of the 2015 Olof Palme peace… Continue Reading→
UMVIM SEJ Updates and Local Opportunities!
United Methodist Volunteers in Mission Southeastern Jurisdiction are pleased to announce that they have a new director, and they have many mission team opportunities available. Information updates can be found on the UMVIM website. Additionally, mission teams are invited to assist with Hurricane Matthew recovery throughout Eastern North Carolina. The North Carolina Conference has response centers… Continue Reading→