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Bishop Carter Announces Cabinet Changes
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Bishop Carter announces changes to the cabinet. Rev. Laura Auten concludes her eight-year ministry as the Uwharrie District Superintendent. Rev. Beth Crissman to be appointed as new District Superintendent for the Uwharrie District. And Rev. Kim Ingram joins the appointive cabinet.
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WINTER LEADERSHIP TRAINING
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Register TODAY for the 2023 Winter Leadership Training Online Conference!
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Don't forget to register for the 2023 Winter Leadership Online Conference coming up in less than one week!
The Western North Carolina Conference Online Winter Leadership Training (January 23-26, 2023) is designed for and open to all local church leaders including lay leaders, council members, volunteers, and all who lead (or are considering future leadership!). This is an opportunity to connect with other leaders across the conference and learn about roles, best practices, and new ideas for ministry. We are excited to reveal our great line-up of topics and presenters, and that Bishop Ken Carter will be our keynote speaker!
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#BeUMC Video Series: Patricia Treadaway
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Check out our #BeUMC video series! This week we are featuring Patricia Treadaway, former Lay Member at Providence UMC in Charlotte. Pat passed away in October 2022. She was a sweet lady who will be missed. Watch the video below as she shares her #BeUMC story.
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Means Of Grace Podcast: How Do We Create the Beloved Community? We Listen.
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In this Means Of Grace podcast episode, Rev. Dr. Bill White, Jr. speaks with Dr. Derek Hicks, Associate Professor of Religion and Culture at Wake Forest Divinity School. Together, they discuss this current moment for the Black Church, the future of the Black faith tradition, and what it means to create the Beloved Community.
LISTEN TO EPISODE
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Year End Statistical Reporting for 2022 is Available
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Statistical Reporting for 2022 is READY and AVAILABLE!
To Our Local Church Pastors, Treasurers, and Membership Secretaries:
The Western North Carolina Conference statistical system (NEW: ACStats) opened on January 3, 2022, and is now available for input of 2022 information. All statistical information must be entered and complete by Wednesday, February 15, 2023.
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"Can You Tell THE Story?" A WNCC Preaching Cohort
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Facilitated by Rev. Dr. Otto Harris, in partnership with Hood Theological Seminary.
The cohort will meet starting January 26 and will continue with monthly sessions through June.
Connect with other clergy and preachers in the WNCC! This course is designed to provide resources and processes to the preacher who has the recurring task of providing spiritual nourishment to congregants in the form of a weekly sermon, telling THE story. This task can be particularly challenging in our 21st Century context, given the abundance of information available and the ways people receive information. The course will include observation of and conversations with some of the distinguished preachers in The United Methodist Church and in the country. This course will offer resources that stimulates up the preacher’s boldness and imagination in order to offer congregants transformation versus just information.
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HOOD THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
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Hood Theological Seminary to Hold Virtual Firm Foundation Convenant Service
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Hood Theological Seminary (HTS) will hold its annual Virtual Firm Foundation Covenant Service on February 8, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. This event will be virtual via Zoom. This free event is open to the public and all are welcome.
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Scholarships Available for Students in the WNCC
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Scholarships Available for United Methodist Students!
Applications are now open for scholarships from the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. Every year, UMHEF awards $2+ million to students planning to attend one of the 100+ UM-related colleges, universities, and seminaries across the country. Don’t let finances get in the way of achieving your dreams of a quality education!
Apply by March 1st.
APPLY TODAY
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Lake Junaluska to Host Journey to Joy Women's Retreats
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Lake Junaluska will host three Journey to Joy Women’s Retreats in 2023, bringing women together for meaningful weekends of laughter, sharing, worship and fellowship. Offered in partnership with Leigh Young, author of "Journey to Joy: A Seven-Week Path to the Joyous Life God Intended" and "Lessons from the Letters," the retreats will be held March 24-26, Aug. 25-27, and Nov. 10-12.
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