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B.J. Elder, a volunteer reading tutor from First United Methodist Church, Franklin, Tenn., listens to Keyla Hoyos, 8, read during the Change the World weekend. The congregation has an ongoing relationship with La Casa de mi Padre Church for whom they offer language and reading tutoring. A UMNS photo by Kathleen Barry. Accompanies UMNS story #172. 5/17/11.; A UMNS photo by Kathleen S. Barry

Family Study for Lent

Explore the meaning of Lent with your family through activities, prayers and guided discussions. Read More

Vital Congregations

Pastor Gary Holdeman baptizes baby Axel on Jan. 26, 2014 at Victory Memorial UMC in Guymon, Oklahoma. Courtesy the Oklahoma Conference.

Hispanic outreach booming in Guymon, Okla.

Conducting the service in Spanish and English is one way Victory Memorial United Methodist Church is connecting with its diverse community. Read More

Across the globe

Prayers for Ukraine. Courtesy: Michael Airgood.

Missionary in Ukraine calls for prayers

Michael Airgood describes the violence and unrest in Ukraine and asks for support. “Please pray for our student ministry.” Read More

In The News

Photo illustration of collection plate by Mike DuBose, UMNS

Giving keeps pace with denomination’s budget

Many United Methodist conference treasurers have reason to sleep easier now than during the dark days of the 2009 recession. Read More

Daily Devotional

See today’s food for thought from the Upper Room. Visit Site

Outside Church Walls

Pastors don bulletproof vests for mission

“What can we do to help?” Six chaplains in Youngstown, Ohio ride with police officers to counsel people in the midst of shock or grief. Read More

Methodist History

United Methodist Bishop Leontine Turpeau Current Kelly died at age 92 on June 28, 2012. A UMNS file photo by Mike DuBose.

Women in UMC History

In honor of Women's History Month 2014, read daily entries "Celebrating Women of Courage, Character and Commitment." Visit Site