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A Message From Bishop Carter
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"Over the past week, we have become aware of 31 churches who, with the encouragement of the Wesleyan Covenant Association – Western North Carolina (WCA-WNC,) have engaged with a Florida law firm and are demanding transfer into a new denomination. We are deeply grieved by this action, as we seek to be a church united and engaged in making disciples of Jesus. As you read a sample of the letters we have received as well as the response of our conference chancellor (below), here are some important thoughts to keep in mind..."
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2023 CLERGY HEALTH INSURANCE
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2023 Clergy Health Insurance Memo
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The Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits upon recommendation from the Health Benefits Subcommittee of the Board has approved the 2023 rate schedule for our Conference Active and Retiree Health Plans.
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UNITED METHODIST FOUNDATION
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UMF Spotlight Story: After the Flood
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One year ago this month, the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred swept through Haywood County, devastating the rural communities of Canton and Cruso.
Today's spotlight story takes us to a corner of the mountains where United Methodist church groups and volunteers are answering the call to rebuild. See how the still-unfolding recovery has brought local congregations into closer relationship with their neighbors, in ways both practical and spiritual.
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Means of Grace Podcast: Showing Up: Advocating for the Poor and Marginalized
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This edition of the Means of Grace features a conversation with Rev. Joel Simpson, pastor of First UMC in Taylorsville, NC. Joel has a heart for justice and the poor and marginalized. In April, Joel, along with Shane Claiborne, led participants through the stations of the cross. The stations included images that portrayed the execution of Jesus as painted by men awaiting their own execution of Tennessee’s death row. We talk about how that came about and how Joel and the church engage in justice ministries.
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GRANT FOR MINISTRY PROFESSIONALS
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Spiritual Renewal Grant for Clergy and Lay Ministry Professionals
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Ministry leaders are exhausted and in need of time away to recharge. The LDT wants to help nurture your own spiritual health, as you nurture the spiritual walks of others. Ministry leaders (clergy and lay professionals) who sign up for a Spiritual Renewal offering, and pay a personal investment of $50 toward the experience, are eligible for up to $500 for a private retreat, engaging with a spiritual director, or going to a structured spiritual retreat.
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Retiring Well 2022 Virtual Webinar
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Hear engaging presentations with representatives from Wespath and EY. Register before September 26th and a personalized, confidential Benefit Projection will be mailed to you. PLUS sign up for a 30-minute individual virtual consultation with a member of the Wespath Benefit Education Team. Spouses are welcome to join the webinar and consultation!
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FREE 1 HR WEBINAR: How to Engage More Volunteers & Leaders
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If you want your church to experience health and growth in the future, you need to equip people to do the work of God and empower people to engage in the mission.
Join this webinar on September 1 to learn how.
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Conflict Transformation and Reconciliation Program
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Duke Divinity School is excited to announce the launch of CFR's new non-degree Certificate in Conflict Transformation and Reconciliation (CCTR). The main objective of this hybrid learning opportunity is to equip pastors and lay leadership with theological and practical skills to foster reconciliation efforts in our increasingly divisive country.
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Open Arms Community in Winston Salem is Changing Rapidly
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Missionary Julie Wilson tracks the progress of gentrification in her Winston-Salem neighborhood by looking out the front door. The community members Open Arms serves are increasingly losing their rental homes to people who can purchase and rebuild them.
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VBS at Elizabeth Chapel UMC Collects Donations
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Check out this article from "The Mountaineer" about a local UMC in Haywood County partnering with a food truck to serve their community!
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Western North Carolina Conference
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PO Box 2757
Huntersville, NC 28070
Phone: 704.535.2260
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