#BeUMC honors the core values that connect the people of The United Methodist Church. No matter the challenges we face, God is with us, and we continue to have opportunities to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world!
The campaign calls us to embrace our Wesleyan heritage and envision a promising future. Every day offers a chance to live into our mission and to strive to #BeUMC — to be the church our communities so desperately need.
This grassroots effort, built upon powerful stories of congregations and people living their faith, celebrates what draws us to The United Methodist Church and what we aspire to be.
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The Bishops' Message
The #BeUMC campaign is consistent with our United Methodist Bishops’ “A Narrative for the Continuing United Methodist Church,” adopted in November 2021. Together we share our excitement, enthusiasm and hopes for the future of The United Methodist Church.
Did you know that Rev. Cher Lue Vang translated the Laotian hymn, “Come, All of You,” into English for the United Methodist Hymnal?
In this short bio, Conference Archivist and Historian Jim Pyatt tells a story of Rev. Vang's influence in The United Methodist Church.
Did you know that when Rev. Amos Taj became a clergy member of the WNC Conference, he was the only Asian American clergyperson in the WNC Conference?
In this short bio, Conference Archivist and Historian Jim Pyatt tells a story of Rev. Taj's influence in The United Methodist Church.
Did you know that Rev. Samuel Om grew up Buddhist before becoming United Methodist in the WNCC in 2004?
In this short bio, Conference Archivist and Historian Jim Pyatt tells a story of Rev. Om's influence in The United Methodist Church.
Director of Church Development, Rev. Rob Hutchinson, speaks with several pastors of Lighthouse Congregations. Together, they explore what it means to be a Lighthouse Congregation, how these families of faith are creating space for healing and hope for the individuals who find themselves without a church home after painful disaffiliation votes, and how this care-first initiative is providing opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus for our fellow United Methodists.
This current moment is hard, painful, and maybe even scary. But, you are not alone. Check out these resources for remaining United Methodist, even if your church is disaffiliating.
by Rev. Fred Jordan This article was first published in the May 2023 issue of the First UMC (Salisbury) newsletter, Ecclesia. It is offered here, as will follow up articles, for the edification of others across the Uwharrie District. Rev. Jordan is a retired Elder, former District Superintendent, and adjunct faculty member at Hood Theological Seminary. Families stick together, and The United Methodist Church is a living expression of God’s family. We are the body of Christ. We follow Jesus. We ...
Join your sisters-in-Christ for a Journey to Joy Women's Weekend. Come on your own and make new friends, or come with members of your church, women's group, friends, or family. This weekend promises to bring you closer together with each other and with the Lord.
Brian Mateer, Director of Missional Engagement, interviews, Creation Care Team Leaders Rev. Jonathan Brake and Kim Richmond. As Earth Day approaches, they reflect on the theology of Creation Care and give practical examples of how local churches can implement eco-focused ministries in their communities.
Each day between Easter and Pentecost, the time known as The Great 50 Days, we will be sharing testimonies of hope and resurrection from United Methodist churches, laity, and partner ministries. We hope you will watch for these testimonies, share them, encourage one another, and praise God for them.
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