Obituary for Martha Ann Oliver
Martha Ann Oliver, 83, of North Little Rock died April 5, 2019. She was born July 15, 1935, in Prescott, Arkansas to the late Dean and Bonnie Holder. She was a retired nurse and served alongside her husband, the late Rev. Richard G. Oliver, Sr., in his ministry for many years. Martha was a member […]
Lifting up singles in the church
A few simple ways to help singles feel more welcome and wanted
On my last Sunday in my first appointment, my family drove to attend my last church service there and to accompany me on my move to a new city. After worship, several members approached my parents with well wishes and compliments. However, a few well-intentioned church members expressed a troubling sentiment along the lines of, […]
United Methodist Women celebrate 150 years of service
On March 23, 2019, the United Methodist Women celebrated its 150th anniversary with a special Day of Giving and reflection on the many strong female leaders that have been a part of the organization since its inception. The beginning of UMW, as we know it today, came about in 1869 when a small group of […]
A time, and a season, for everything
Like many wonderful things in life, there are two sides to every coin. Spring is no exception. On the one hand, I love the warmer weather. I love hearing the sounds of birds singing again, and the vibrant green growth popping up all over Arkansas on once bare and cold trees. On the other hand: […]
2019 Arkansas Conference Ordinands and Provisional Members
The 2019 Ordinands and Provisional Members will be ordained and commissioned at this year’s Annual Conference. Read about the 2019 ordinands and provisional members on the next few pages. 2019 Ordinands Katye Chambers Deacon Track Hometown:Little Rock, AR Education:Little Rock Central High School; BFA Dance Performance and BA Religious Studies – Southern Methodist University; Master […]
New creative parish partnership to be developed in Southwest Little Rock
The Arkansas Conference of the United Methodist Church announced today a new creative parish partnership that will bring together two United Methodist churches in Southwest Little Rock to better reach the vibrant community in that area with the message of Jesus Christ. The Arkansas Annual Conference and the Central District are partnering with St. Andrew […]
Jeff Jackson appointed to The Vine NWA
Jeff Jackson has been appointed to Northwest Arkansas to start a new faith community called The Vine of NWA effective July 1, 2019. The Vine of NWA is anticipated to serve as an engaging, multiplying model community that reaches out to people in fresh, new ways. The Vine of NWA will incorporate unique opportunities for […]