Local Church Guidance for ICE Visits
Public and Private Spaces – ICE Officers may be present in any public space on your property. For example, attending a worship service on Sunday or Wednesday evening activities that are open to the public. Lawful Warrants:
Solidarity With The Sojourner Webinar Set For February 10, 2025
Washington, D.C. – Multiple denominational leaders are set to gather for a webinar to discuss the United Methodist response to immigrant justice and United Methodists across the connection. All interested parties are invited to join the conversation. “Solidarity with the Sojourner: Understanding U.S. Immigration and Our Call to Respond” is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST./6 p.m. […]
OMQ Training for Large Church Mission Teams
A One More Question Training for Large Church Mission Teams will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 am to 3 pm at Lakewood UMC in North Little Rock. All large church (200+ in worship) mission teams are invited to attend this training to help them create a culture of relationship, giftedness, and joy […]
Denman Award Nominations Open
The Harry Denman Evangelism Award celebrates United Methodists who go above and beyond in sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. These individuals, whether clergy, lay, or youth, demonstrate exceptional dedication to helping others discover or reignite their faith. Evangelism happens everywhere—in churches, communities, and personal relationships—and impacts people of all generations. Recognizing the efforts […]
Apply now for the 2025 ethnic young adult internship
Are you a young justice seeker eager to explore your faith and identity while deepening your understanding of justice? The Ethnic Young Adult (EYA) program offers a transformative opportunity to engage in meaningful work and advocacy, all while building connections with fellow United Methodists around the world. As an EYA intern, you will gain practical […]
Obituary – John Molten Simpkins
John Molten Simpkins, born June 30th, 1941, died January 24th, 2025 at Abe’s Garden Community. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Sally Corkran Simpkins; parents F. M. and Susie Tidwell Simpkins; sisters Zanie Taylor, Jean Rodgers, Frankie Crouch, and Mary Nell Mills, and brother William Simpkins. He is survived by […]
Women’s Conference at St. James UMC
Little Rock, Ark. (January 9, 2025) – St. James UMC will host a conference for women on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 8:00 am until 12 pm. The conference entitled “Unburdoned – A Time of Spiritual Renewal” will feature guest speakers, group sessions, worship, music, and private prayer time. This is a FREE event, open […]
Statement from SCJ Mission Council
(Please direct media inquiries to Dr. Derrek Belase – dbelase@okumc.org; 405-714-1554). Austin, TX – Today, the Texas Supreme Court held oral argument concerning the 2019 lawsuit filed by the South Central Jurisdictional Conference (SCJ) against Southern Methodist University (SMU). The underlying lawsuit involved claims brought by the SCJ concerning SMU’s amendment to its articles of incorporation that were made without the […]
Obituary – Mardell Alice McClurkin
Mardell Alice McClurkin, 86, of Alma, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 13, 2025. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Fort Smith, Arkansas, a retired school teacher, and a preacher’s wife. Mardell was born November 18, 1938, in Fort Smith, Arkansas to the late Tony and Mardell […]
Methodist Foundation for Arkansas to Offer Need-based Scholarships for Campers Attending Camp Tanako and Ozark Mission Project in 2025
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (January 6, 2025)—The Methodist Foundation for Arkansas will offer young United Methodists from across the state an opportunity for scholarships to attend programs provided by Camp Tanako and Ozark Mission Project on a first-come, first-serve basis for the 2025 calendar year. “So many of our staff members, board members, and other friends of the Foundation share […]