Obituary – Aelisa Darling
Aelisa Ann Mckisson Darling went to her heavenly home on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was born October 12, 1951, in Blytheville to Orval and Betty Markin McKisson. Aelisa was a 1969 Graduate of Jonesboro High School and earned an Associate Degree in Education in 1980 from Mississippi County Community College (Northeast Community College today). […]
Vital Church Summit will be held on November 13
The Vital Church Summit for clergy will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at First UMC in North Little Rock from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for clergy to engage in conversation as we seek to reach new people in new ways. Different topics include Worshiping Outside the Building led […]
Obituary – Gene M. Ross
Dr. Gene M. Ross of Little Rock, formerly of Prescott and Emmet, went to be his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. He was born on July 26, 1938, in Murfreesboro, AR to Gilbert E. Ross and Beulah Ann Frasher Ross. As a young child, they moved to Prescott where he grew up […]
Perkins School of Theology Presents: “Faith in a Digital Age” – A Fall Convocation Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Technology
DALLAS (SMU) – November 14-15, 2024 – In a world marked by rapid technological change, including the rise of AI, the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University (SMU) will host its 2024 Fall Convocation, “Faith in a Digital Age.” This forward-thinking event will explore the intersection of faith, technology, and ethics, offering attendees practical insights and resources […]
Waddell Elected to Judicial Council to Represent South Central Jurisdiction
Written by Kelli Reep William A. “Bill” Waddell, Jr., an attorney and partner with Friday, Eldridge & Clark LLP practicing in the areas of regulatory and commercial litigation, recently was elected to the judicial council of the United Methodist Church. He is one of nine members serving in the denomination’s highest judicial body or “court,” […]
Ingathering 2024
November 23, 2024 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The HUB2310 E Oak St, Conway, AR 72032(Behind Wesley UMC, Conway) Each year your Ingathering donations are used to help disaster survivors nationally. Whether it be a small-town event, statewide disaster, or helping our neighbors. As with so much in our lives, we tend to start taking […]
Vital Church Summit for Clergy will be held November 13
The Vital Church Summit will be held on November 13 at First UMC in North Little Rock from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for clergy to engage in conversation as we seek to reach new people in new ways. Different topics include Worshiping Outside the Building led by Rev. Todd Seelau […]
Bella Vista FUMC United Women in Faith members receive Outstanding Community Partner award
United Women in Faith members from First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista were given the Outstanding Community Partner award by the Single Parent Scholarship Fund at the Spark of Hope fundraiser on July 24 at the Rogers Convention Center in Rogers. Pictured from left to right are Jill Hale, Judy Bilyeu, Marian Lawless, Friskey […]
Pumpkin Patch to return at North Little Rock First UMC
Annual fundraiser begins September 22, 2024 NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR –On September 21, 2024, the pumpkins are once again returning to North Little Rock First United Methodist Church. The long-running annual tradition begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, when thousands of pounds of pumpkins arrive at the church to be unloaded by dozens of […]
Discipleship Ministries presents Church Leadership in Partisan Times
In today’s polarized political climate, church leaders are uniquely positioned to foster peace and unity. As misinformation, conspiracy theories, and radicalization take hold, the call to uphold biblical values of mercy, justice, and truth is more urgent than ever. How can you, as a leader, guide your community through these challenging times with compassion and […]