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North Alabama Annual Conference
The North Alabama Conference met at ClearBranch United Methodist Church with Bishop William H. Willimon presiding. South Carolina Annual Conference
A conference that was expected to be one of dissension was one of relative accord, “one of the best,” is how the Rev. Willie Teague described the session of the South Carolina Annual Conference as he gave the Rev. Timothy Rogers, conference secretary, much of the credit. Think ecumenical, save money?
Working together brings social, theological benefits. A Mission Intern and Sojourner: From North Carolina to South Africa to New York
After putting her studies to work in the real world, Pfeiffer University graduate Brittany Brooks returned to share her mission experiences. Alaska Missionary Conference
There are 28 United Methodist Churches spread out over The Last Frontier, with ministries to several outlying areas. Blind youth paints picture of generosity
Cheerful giver wants to make others happy. Detroit Annual Conference
“Called to Lead … For Such a Time as This” was the theme of the 2009 Detroit Annual Conference session, held on the campus of Adrian (Mich.) College. Illinois Great River Annual Conference
Bishop Gregory V. Palmer presided over his first annual conference as bishop of the Illinois area and preached the three morning devotional times called Morning Manna with Bishop Palmer. Kentucky Annual Conference
The Kentucky Annual Conference was held in Covington, K. and was centered around the theme “Called by Christ, Sent by The Spirit: Effective Leaders.” Memphis Annual Conference
Bring Jesus to the people, that’s what worship is about!” proclaimed Sally Morgenthaler, a nationally renowned leader in the worship world and the keynote speaker at the 2009 Memphis Annual Conference. Missouri Annual Conference
“Somewhere Out There… the outwardly focused congregation” was the theme that guided the Missouri Annual Conference Session. Pastor shares joy of generosity in hard times
Book promotes attitude of gratitude. Switzerland-France Annual Conference
The theme of this year’s gathering was “Passion Compassion” and the program included various invitations to share in God’s passion for this world. West Michigan Annual Conference
The West Michigan Annual Conference met at Calvin College. The theme –“Vital Signs of Hope” – was highlighted by six video presentations on local churches. A Mission Grows in Senegal
In Senegal, a land where 95 percent of the population is Muslim, The United Methodist Church has been welcomed and is growing through good relations with neighbors and partnerships across borders. Congregation offers sanctuary for youth
Neighbors offered ‘radical hospitality’ A life’s work finds online home
Dean Kelley explores church-state law Nine College Students Emphasize Love and Service this Summer
"We as young people should be leaders in reaching out and serving others," Joe Riddle said. Mr. Riddle is one of nine Summer Interns going to work at United Methodist-related community centers and congregations. UMCOR West Opens in Utah
United Methodists from throughout the Western Jurisdiction gathered on Saturday for the grand opening of UMCOR West office and depot. The new facility stores United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) supply kits and offers new opportunities for kit ministry. Church agencies announce layoffs
Economic downturn takes toll Bishop calls for end to payday loans
People before profits, advocates say Despite fire, Michigan trees take root
Volunteers from 16 United Methodist congregations planted about 1,600 trees in May across the Upper Peninsula in Michigan –just before two large forest fires in the region. Minnesota Annual Conference
“Why did the United Methodist cross the road?” Bishop Sally Dyck asked at the opening of the Minnesota Annual Conference session. Oklahoma Annual Conference
Young people streamed to center stage during the May 26 business session of the 2009 Oklahoma Annual Conference. Their T-shirts declared “Loved radically.” They faced an audience of United Methodists from across the state. Teens fund seeds of hope for young victims of AIDS
Teens turn t-shirts into pillows. Youth build box city to learn about homelessness
Teens from United Methodist churches built a cardboard shantytown to experience life on the streets. Agency assists civilians displaced in Sri Lanka
UMCOR provides emergency shelters, health aid. United Methodists seek 250 to start new churches
A new network of lay missionaries will focus in particular on ethnic groups and underserved areas. Conferences encouraged to match Cokesbury check
Sacrificial offerings aid retired pastors Faith calls us to love neighbors, pastor says
United Methodists support national campaign. United Methodists applaud child marriage legislation
Girls most likely to die in childbirth Women see God’s hand in third career in ministry
Calling overcomes economic concerns Case shows nominee’s view on religious freedom
Sotomayor sides with denomination in 2006 case. Dismissed ecumenical official files suit
Mills said only board could take action Religious leaders take stand against gun violence
Pastors acquitted following protest Young clergy pray for church
40-day campaign seeks closer union with God. Refugee ministry at Gig Harbor UMC
Sponsoring a refugee family from Iraq has shown this Seattle congregation that "mission, hospitality and generosity are contagious." Church responds to stabbing with prayer
Pastor sees God’s presence amid evil Faith leaders back immigration bill
Proposal would increase eligibility, speed up process. Edina: Symbol of strength in Sudan ministry
Women of great faith pillars of church United Methodists in Nashville, Malawi form bond
Mission couple take leap of faith. Demand for scholarships, loans skyrockets
Economy, online applications drive increase Ethics: Free will requires entering moral trenches
Confronting terrorism requires difficult choices Volunteers till soil at Shalom Farms ceremony
Project provides food, education for hungry. Actor David Keith leads fight for child protection
United Methodists urged to join struggle. Agencies respond to crisis in Pakistan
Displaced people need food, shelter German ‘container church’ has new center
Mayor says God will be at home ‘in this place’ GCORR awaits court ruling on Voting Rights law
The United Methodist Church’s racial justice monitoring agency is viewing with concern a U.S. Supreme Court challenge to a key provision of the nation’s Voting Rights law that has sought to ensure fairness to racial/ethnic minority voters for the last 44 years. 72-year-old bodybuilder inspires church class
Shepherd encourages others to do all they can Hymnal revision stopped due to lack of funds
Proposed book planned to offer more diverse music

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