UMNS Archives


Voices of the Methodist Central Jurisdiction
The Central Jurisdiction was a racially segregated body of the Methodist Church from 1939-1968. In this audio slideshow, former members of the jurisdiction discuss its history. View

Religion and Race celebrates 50 years
Formed as a commission to monitor the church’s integration efforts, the United Methodist Commission on Religion and Race has expanded its inclusion advocacy worldwide. Read More

50 years on, Central Jurisdiction’s shadow looms
The union that created The United Methodist Church also abolished its racially segregated institution. That history is a reminder that the church still struggles with race relations. Read More
Group preaches Christian unity to Congolese women
Church of Christ in Congo, an ecumenical organization that includes United Methodists, is promoting peace in communities often divided by tribal, ethnic or religious conflicts. Read More

Mission agency makes King 50th a focus
Through site visits in Atlanta, drama and worship, directors and staff of the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries honor the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Read More

City, rural churches build ‘friendship’ in Congo
Partnership allows church members to spread the good news while also helping struggling congregation with a new chapel and other needs. Read More

Judicial Council announces special session
At the request of the United Methodist Council of Bishops, the church’s top court will hold a special session in May. Read More

Hitting the road for Way Forward
Bishops take different approaches to sharing about effort to hold the church together amid conflict over homosexuality Read More

Commentary: Will you join in fighting racism?
The Rev. Donna Claycomb Sokol writes about her profound gratitude for the church that saved her by opening her eyes to racism. Read More

UMCOR allocates $46 million for disaster recovery
Continued response to last year’s major events includes new $16.8 million grant for Methodist Church of Puerto Rico. Read More