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UMCOR assisted a flood-prone community in the Philippines by providing a box culvert, solar panels and a generator, a water pump, and a greenhouse nursery.

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Spark ideas for how your family can put faith into action every day with the help of this discussion-based devotional.

Women's ordination in The UMC

“Women have always played a vital role in proclaiming the gospel and pursuing justice within the Wesleyan tradition." - the Rev. Kelli Hitchman-Craig

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Cinderella’s Closet at First UMC in Glasgow, Kentucky, helps girls feel seen and loved as they prepare for prom.

Cinderella’s Closet at First UMC in Glasgow, Kentucky, helps girls feel seen and loved as they prepare for prom.

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