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Give thanks for Emmanuel – God with us!

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God is at work in our lives before we know it, often through the love others show us. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications.

What We Believe

Ways we grow

December 25th is not the end, but time to begin celebrating Jesus' birth. Make the season more meaningful with creative, yet simple, ideas. Photo by Kathleen Barry, UMNews.

Celebrate the season: 12 ideas for the 12 days of Christmas

Advent message

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COB calls for hope, joy, love and especially peace this Christmas

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UMCOR: Global & US disaster relief

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Wishing you a Christmas full of hope and the light of Christ!

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United Methodist Now

Find inspiration for daily living. Twice each month, our e-newsletter offers examples of Christian living, messages of hope, and information on what it means to be a United Methodist.

The Rev. Cindy Serio leads "Get Your Spirit in Shape" listeners through a guided meditation in recognition of Longest Night/Blue Christmas.

‘Tis the season for all things merry and bright. Except when you’re feeling sad, lonely and perhaps grieving. May you find hope and encouragement with this Blue Christmas guided meditation, even on the longest night. Learn more.

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United Methodists make an incredible impact on the world by serving people across the globe, supporting thousands of local ministries and advocating for the “least of these.” Generosity is the heart of our mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world!

Together, we share the good news of Jesus Christ. Behind each ministry is a story of hope and restoration and the unmeasurable impact of your generosity. Read stories of how you make an impact.

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Podcast

The Rev. Matt Rawle discusses his book, "Experiencing Christmas: Christ in the Sights and Sounds of Advent," on "Get Your Spirit in Shape."

Unwrapping the sights and sounds of Christmas

Music

Screenshot of our virtual worldwide Christmas choir singing a Christmas medley. Screenshot of video by United Methodist Communications.

Worldwide Virtual Christmas Choir

Quiz

The Glendale United Methodist Church sanctuary in Nashville, Tennessee, is decorated for Advent with symbols of the season, including poinsettias and a Christmas tree.

The United Methodist Poinsettia and Christmas Tree Quiz

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Decorations for the Advent and Christmas seasons hang in Glendale United Methodist Church in Nashville, Tenn. Photo by Steven Kyle Adair, United Methodist Communications.

How long is the Christmas season?

How we serve

Work with ministry partners in Ukraine continues. Courtesy of GBGM

UMCOR continues vital work in Ukraine

God's love in action

Mission Bismarck, a UMC church plant, is supporting Ukrainian refugees. Courtesy of the Dakotas Conference

Church connects with Ukrainian refugees

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The church doors stand open. See you there.

Our favorite stories of 2023

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The Recap | Episode 13

Gain a better understanding of what is going on in The United Methodist Church, find inspiration in stories of ministry and learn how our denomination is transforming the world.