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UMCOR supports tree-planting project in Philippines | UMNews.org

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 7h

United Methodists are planting native trees in a flood-prone area on the island of Palawan in the Philippines. The reforestation project is a joint venture between UMCOR
@umcor.bsky.social and the Manila Episcopal Area.

United Methodists are planting native trees in a flood-prone area on the island of Palawan. The reforestation project is a joint venture between the United Methodist Committee on Relief and the…

Detroit churches go outside in mission - The Michigan Conference

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 1d

Detroit United Methodists spent a recent Sunday in the field instead of the sanctuary, replacing their typical worship service with a day of mission engagement.

A dozen churches in the Greater Detroit District replaced their typical Sunday worship with community mission engagement for a district event called The Church Has Left the Building.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 1d

We in the #UMC wish you a blessed Sunday when Psalm 65, part of today's readings, reminds us: "O you who answer prayer! To you all flesh shall come. When deeds of iniquity overwhelm us, you forgive our transgressions."

Beyond the Pews: Weekly café ministry builds community and connection in Latham

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 2d

Each Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Nick Bufano relocates his “office” to The Works Café — a local coffee shop that has become more than just a place for lattes and lunch. The pastor of Newtonville #UMC in New York writes about the café ministry.

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Do You Know the Do’s and Don’ts of Caring for Your Pastor and Church Staff? | Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 2d

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. In honor of the month, the Duke Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative has put together "Do’s and Don’ts of Caring for Your Pastor and Church Staff." Think less bundt cakes and more support for vacation days.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Even if you don't often observe designated months like this one, consider making an exception.

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Making the most of Trunk or Treat media | ResourceUMC

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 3d

Trunk-or-treat has become one of the most popular community events of the fall season for many United Methodist churches. With a little planning, churches can both protect families and celebrate the joy of community.

Trunk-or-Treat has become one of the most popular community events of the fall season for many United Methodist churches. Families come for the candy and decoration but they often leave with warm…

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COB Pastoral Letter on US Government Shutdown

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 3d

In a pastoral letter, the #UMC Council of Bishops laments how the ongoing U.S. government shutdown is causing harm and calls on members of the U.S. Congress and all elected leaders to set aside partisanship and work for the common good.
Read letter www.unitedmethodistbishops.org/newsdetail/c...

As a people called United Methodists, who proclaim God’s justice, peace, and care for all people, we lament the ongoing government shutdown in the United States and the harm it is causing to countless...

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 3d

Faith, science converge to bring clean water to Southeast Asia

During a United Methodist-supported WASH Academy, church and community leaders learn practical solutions for improving access to clean water.

Faith, science converge to bring clean water to Southeast Asia | UMNews.org

During a United Methodist-supported WASH Academy, church and community leaders learn practical solutions for improving access to clean water. The Rev. Thomas E. Kim reports from Phnom Penh, Cambodia,…

Church uses football rivalry to collect oatmeal for hungry kids

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 4d

What college team won the Oatmeal Bowl this year at Christ #UMC? The rivalry between football fans in the Chattanooga congregation fired up members to collect a mountain of instant oatmeal packets to feed hungry schoolchildren.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – What college team won the Oatmeal Bowl this year at Christ United Methodist Church? The rivalry between football fans in the ...

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Cross-cultural, cross-racial pastors seek revival | UMNews.org

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 4d

The Facing the Future conference offered space for #UMC clergy to share challenges, recenter and envision ministry ahead.

The Facing the Future conference offered space for United Methodist clergy to share challenges, recenter and envision ministry ahead. Jim Patterson reports from Los Angeles for UM News.

Arson Suspected at Leeton United Methodist Church

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 5d

Investigators suspect the Oct. 20 fire that gutted the 129-year-old building of Leeton #UMC in the Missouri Annual Conference was intentionally set. Despite that trauma, the Rev. Ellen Lake is confident the congregation will move forward. www.moumethodist.org/newsdetail/a...

Investigators believe the Leeton United Methodist Church was intentionally set on fire Monday night.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 5d

During the next four years, the #UMC Korean Ministry Plan will emphasize leadership formation, congregational development, next-generation ministries, justice-related work and global partnerships.

Korean Ministry Plan sharpens mission strategies and focus | UMNews.org

During the next four years, the plan will emphasize leadership formation, congregational development, next-generation ministries, justice-related work and global partnerships.

Sharing Faith at the State Fair

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 6d

For the third year in a row, representatives from the #UMC Mississippi Conference offered prayer and reminders of God’s goodness with fairgoers during the Mississippi State Fair. Volunteers offering prayers included Bishop Sharma Lewis Logan.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 6d

Members of First United Methodist Church Cocoa Beach in Florida provide respite and a “home church” for cruise ship workers.

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Port ministry offers seafarers home away from home | UMNews.org

Members of First United Methodist Church of Cocoa Beach, Florida, provide respite and a “home church” for cruise ship workers.

Global Ministries to commission EarthKeepers for environmental stewardship

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General Board of Global Ministries @umcmission.bsky.social · 7d

Meet this next class of EarthKeepers and learn more about the EarthKeepers program: umcmission.org/story/global...

#BeUMC #CreationCare #EnvironmentalSustainability #EcoFriendly #EcoJustice

72 new Global Ministries EarthKeepers will launch creation care projects in the U.S.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 7d

United Methodists are calling for prayer and faithful action as Madagascar experiences political and social upheaval including the president fleeing the country.

Church responds to crisis in Madagascar | UMNews.org

United Methodists are calling for prayer and faithful action as the Indian Ocean nation experiences political and social upheaval.

100 Years of Camp Glisson | UMNews.org

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 8d

United Methodist Camp Glisson in North Georgia is celebrating 100 years of woods, worship and hikes to the waterfall.

What if you could relive childhood days at summer camp? United Methodists are returning to the woods of North Georgia for Camp Glisson’s centennial celebration.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 8d

We in the #UMC wish you a blessed Sunday when today's Gospel lesson reminds us of God's justice.

General secretary outlines faith-based response to humanitarian crises unfolding amid shifting geopolitical contexts

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 9d

A fundraising campaign dubbed “This Moment Matters” aims to raise $17 million to support the work of umcmission.bsky.social and gbhem.bsky.social. The fundraising is aimed in part to counter cutbacks in federal humanitarian aid.

General Secretary Roland Fernandes outlines a faith-based response to global humanitarian crises amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 9d

Alison Burdett of the #UMC Baltimore-Washington Conference reflects on faith lessons in Netflix’s “K-Pop Demon Hunters."

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An editorial by Alison Burdett

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With warm faith, pastors seek to counter ICE | UMNews.org

United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 10d

The #UMC Native American International Caucus is calling for prayer after powerful storms and flooding have struck western Alaska, including the Yup’ik village of Kwigillingok along the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. www.naicumc.com/uploads/9/0/...

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 10d

With warm faith, pastors seek to counter ICE

United Methodists in Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are striving to lead courageously by protecting neighbors, sharing their Christian witness and setting the record straight on what’s happening in their cities.

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United Methodists in Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are striving to lead courageously by protecting neighbors, sharing their Christian witness and setting the record straight on what’s happening in the...

How are General Conference delegate counts calculated? | UMC.org

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 10d

Determining the total number of delegates each annual conference may elect to General Conference takes time. #AskTheUMC, explains the steps that go into calculating the delegate counts.

Ask The UMC is the information service of United Methodist Communications

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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 10d

The Judicial Council, the #UMC's top court, said it could not take jurisdiction in the one item on its fall docket because the question was improper.
Read Memorandum 1520 www.resourceumc.org/en/churchwid...

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