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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:
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Both/And Worship Technology Grants
During the Covid-19 quarantine, most churches were forced to focus on online worship in new ways. As the quarantine comes to an end, churches will be exploring what it looks like to offer both in-person and online worship. The Office of Church Development is making up to 200 grants available to help churches assess their needs, purchase equipment, and provide training improve their online worship presence. This grant is designed to help churches explore and implement best practices for offering BOTH online AND in-person worship. Learn more and apply today!
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Now Accepting Denman Award Nominations
Do you know someone in your church who has excelled in evangelism this year? The Western North Carolina Conference is now accepting nominations for The Harry Denman Evangelism Award for Clergy, Lay, and Youth. |
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Harambee 2021: Apart but Connected!
The National BMCR Youth Harambee, a retreat sponsored by the national office of Black Methodists for Church Renewal, Inc to celebrate and nurture the gifts, talents, and willing hearts of United Methodist Youth - will be held virtually this year due to COVID-19. As we shift to this virtual method, our registration will also look a bit differently as well. The end of Early Bird registration is coming up quickly in 2 weeks. We look forward to seeing you all on June 25-26th for Harambee 2021! Although we will be apart, we will still be connected!
These events focus on helping youth and young adults understand BMCR's history, purpose, and focus on equipping and supporting Christian youth. This event is for youths ages 12-18.
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UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS:
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Faith into Action: Advocating for Children in NC
Thursday, May 6, 1 p.m.
Join us on May 6th for Faith into Action: Advocating for Children in NC. The Western NC Child Advocacy Network, Congregations4Children (WNCCUMC), and NC Child will share their experience and expertise related to child advocacy.
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Experiencing Fresh Expressions
Saturday, May 15
Come enjoy a day of interactive learning about Fresh Expressions, new ways of thinking about evangelism, and how you can impact your local community for Christ. Sponsored by the Uwharrie District, Experiencing Fresh Expressions will be held on May 15th at the Mount Shepherd Retreat Center. Learn more and register today! |
Annual Conference 2021
Save the dates for Annual Conference 2021!
Virtual Clergy Session (Private Livestream) - Friday, June 11, 10 a.m.
Virtual Annual Conference (Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Conference Website) - Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.
Ordering of Ministry Service (Stuart Auditorium at Lake Junaluska) - Saturday, June 19 - Commissioning Service, 10 a.m. - Ordination Service, 2 p.m.
Stay up to date with the latest Annual Conference news, updates, and announcements at www.ac2021.org.
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