This week, and every week, thousands of United Methodist men will reflect online and out loud on how well they are living out their faith. This ongoing communication with their peers will continue long after Gilbert C. Hanke retires as …
A Message from the DS Evelyn Kent Clark – May 28, 2021
South District, this has been a busy month! In the midst of the disruptions of Covid-19, the confusion about changing protocols, plans for moving back into our church buildings, strategies for improving and updating virtual or hybrid worship, the 236th …
The Excellence Focused East Congratulates our Two Newest Commissioned Elders
Rev. Mark Ignatius Salvacion serving Historic St. George’s UMC(pictured above) Rev. Noe Gabriel Lopez serving First UMC of Germantown(pictured below)
Bishop’s May 6th Presentation on the North District
Many of you have requested the recording from the Bishop’s Presentation on Zoom from the evening of May 6th to the North District, titled: UNITED METHODIST CROSSROADS: DECISION-MAKING AND DIRECTIONS GOING FORWARD Click here to access the recording.
Engaging the Community for Social Transformation
A new monthly webinar series, Engaging the Community for Social Transformation, is set to begin Thursday, June 24, from 11 a.m. to noon CDT. Are you seeking ways your congregation can more fully engage your community and work for justice? Are you …
Sunday, June 20, is World Refugee Day
UMCOR’s work with refugees began in the 1940’s and remains a strong focus today. Together with ecumenical partners, UMCOR’s work is rooted in the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger. Join us in honoring the strength and resiliency of those …
Living into our Calling for Reparations
On the Tulsa Race Massacre and the theological calling for reparations for African Americans Last week we observed 100 years since the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst events of anti-Black terror and violence in U.S. history which devastated …
We Are God’s Family: Personal Encounters with Racism
Our personal stories have the power to build awareness and understanding, to bridge divides and bring healing. UM News is inviting people to share their own personal stories about encounters with racism, as well as hopes and ideas for combating …
Looking to neighbors to fix neighborhoods
A simple but game-changing shift in perspective is putting DeAmon Harges at the vanguard of helping neighborhoods rejuvenate. Harges, founder of The Learning Tree and faculty member of the Asset-Based Community Development Institute at DePaul University, is one of five Tom Locke Innovative Leader …
UMCOR aids displaced people in Congo
In northeastern Congo, many farmers are afraid to work in their fields, due to threats by Allied Democratic Forces rebels. Hunger and starvation are daily realities. In response, the United Methodist Committee on Relief recently provided almost $100,000 USD, buying …