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North Carolina and Western NC Conferences Receive a Five-Year Duke Endowment Grant Exceeding 10 Million Dollars
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The North Carolina and Western North Carolina Conferences of The United Methodist Church are thrilled to announce that they have each received a generous grant from The Duke Endowment to support the creation of new United Methodist faith communities and the strengthening of existing congregations in each of their conferences. Over five years, these grants for $5.25 million each will provide vital resources to help the conferences address the challenges posed by recent disaffiliations and continue to spread the message of Jesus’ love and hope throughout the state of North Carolina.
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May 6th Special Session Ballot Results
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Every church that was voted on for disaffiliation from The United Methodist Church has passed and will continue the process of disaffiliation. You will see on the webpage below the results laid out as the number of votes taken per question (church) as well as the percentage of Yes vs. No votes.
BALLOT RESULTS
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The Great 50 Days: Testimonies of Hope & Resurrection from WNC United Methodists
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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.
WATCH TESTIMONIES
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Means Of Grace: New Mindset ---> Changed Hearts and Improved Relationships
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In this Means Of Grace podcast episode, Jesse Enniss and Kim Ingram talk with Mark Ralls and Kent Smith about how despite differences, we can change the culture in our churches and communities when people shift their mindset and regard one another differently.
LISTEN TO EPISODE
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The WNCC Celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander Month: Rev. Amos Taj
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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 WNCC?
In this short bio, Conference Archivist and Historian Jim Pyatt tells a story of Rev. Taj's influence in The United Methodist Church.
READ BIO
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The Recap: Episode 8 From United Methodist Communications
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The Recap offers a quick glimpse into top stories from across The United Methodist Church’s global connection. Each episode will offer viewers a chance to gain a better understanding of what is going on in the denomination.
You can expect to find:
-Inspirational stories of United Methodists transforming the world
-Insights about the impact current events and issues have on the denomination
-Information about how you can support featured ministries
-Opportunities to learn more about each story
This episode of The Recap highlights two WNCC ministry stories: The Art Walk from West Market Street UMC in Greensboro and an Easter service of 16 baptisms at New Covenant UMC in Lenoir!
WATCH THE VIDEO
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AC2023 Schedule Now Available
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The AC2023 schedule containing worship services and business sessions is now available.
Annual Conference will take place on June 15-18 at Lake Junaluska.
VIEW THE SCHEDULE
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Lay Delegate Elections at AC2023
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In order to participate in the upcoming lay elections at the Annual Conference in June, each lay member is expected to bring a device capable of connecting to the internet or a cellular network, such as a tablet, laptop, or smartphone. A link will be sent to your email during voting sessions, and with just a few clicks, you can submit your vote from your smart device. We will have practice rounds and assistance on hand to ensure a smooth voting experience.
LEARN MORE
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Clergy Attendance at Annual Conference
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Clergy who are not able to attend the June 15-18 Annual Conference meeting need to request an excused absence. Retired clergy and clergy on leave of absence are automatically excused and don't need to make the request. If you have any questions, please contact your district office or Conference Secretary, Kim Ingram.
REQUEST AN EXCUSED ABSENCE
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Register for Childcare at AC2023
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Ministry doesn't have to be left to adult leaders alone. Children of all ages contribute to the community of faith and have the capacity to call out God's work in their neighborhoods. In order to foster young, missional minds, the 2023 Annual Conference will offer a family friendly program option: The Neighbor Way* Camp for kids. This multi-session offering will help kids understand that the church is not only what happens on a stage, but what's happening in the streets of their community.
With games, crafts, stories, snacks, and songs, Neighbor Way Kids Camp will give kids a glimpse at how God works in the world, and teach them some principles and practices that increase their participation in this good news.
Thanks to Partners in Health and Wholeness, the Neighbor Way Camp will offer additional family friendly options:
-Lunch and snacks are included with the registration fee
-Lunch will provided on Friday and Saturday (no charge) - On Friday, lunch will be offered for free for the entire family
-FREE Support sessions available to parents (as scheduled with professional coaches/counselors)
-Registration is $30 per child/per session with a $125 maximum family cost (Ends June 1st)
REGISTER FOR CHILDCARE
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Savings and Discounts for Your Ministry
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The General Council on Finance and Administration invites you to explore three programs from our vetted ministry partners who are offering cost savings for your United Methodist ministry!
Home Depot: Home Depot Pro Xtra Loyalty Program will provide your ministry with a 20% off of all paints and stains, and depending on the bulk spend of the United Methodists, offer discounts on other items. To sign up send an email to Justin Harris, our Pro Account Representative at
Justin_L_Harris@homedepot.com
including your phone number.
Staples: Staples Advantage program saves customers over 10% every day. You can add unlimited users at no extra cost with free account setup options. Sign up here.
Ace Hardware: ACE Hardware offers an exclusive discount for your ministry with easy in-store purchases, pick up and delivery options to get the supplies you need when you need them. Explore where participating stores are here, and sign up today by sending an email to b2b@acehardware.com. Be sure to include your name of church/organization, primary contact person, complete organization address, contact phone number and email address (that is not tied to a personal ACE hardware account).
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MINISTRY PARTNER PROGRAM
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Western North Carolina Conference
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Huntersville, NC 28078
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Phone: 704.535.2260
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