ARUMC Disaster Response Update – March 14, 2022
On December 10, 2021, a tornado ripped through northeast Arkansas affecting Newport, Trumann, Monette, Leachville, and Augusta. The very next morning, the ARUMC coordinator’s executive disaster team drove the path and then shared word about the extent of the damage via the Volunteers in Mission & Disaster Response – Serving Arkansas & Beyond Facebook group. […]
Bishops seek ruling on whether an annual conference can leave UMC
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church is requesting a declaratory decision from the Judicial Council on whether an annual conference can separate from the denomination under the provision of the Book of Discipline. During a special meeting COB held via Zoom and through electronic balloting, the bishops approved a […]
Application Deadline Extended for Church and Society Summer Internship Program for College Students of Color
The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) of the United Methodist Church (UMC) announced that applications for the Ethnic Young Adult Internship (EYA) 2022 program have been extended to March 20, 2022. EYA internships offer students of color experience working in Washington, D.C. with GBCS and partner organizations for social advocacy and justice. “EYA […]
United Methodist Higher Education Foundation Extends Scholarship Application Deadline
Nashville, TN – The United Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF) has extended its scholarship application deadline for the 2022-2023 academic year to March 15 after receiving several requests for more time to complete requirements during this challenging time. Students who are members of The United Methodist Church and planning to attend a United Methodist-related school, […]
Texarkana United Methodists Deliver Valentines for Community Helpers
Rev. Jaimie Alexander, lead Pastor at First United Methodist Church in Texarkana wanted to share some Valentine’s Day love with the community, and determined that some forgotten workers for the dual cities should be the recipients of this love. On Valentine’s Day, Rev. Alexander, Rev. Robin Roark, Associate Pastor, and Penny Arnold, member, delivered 161 […]
Sharing What’s Happening in Our Local Churches
The Arkansas Conference is currently working to uplift any stories our local churches or charges may have to our wider Conference connection. Has your church or charge started a new ministry or mission? Are you all making new disciples in new contexts? Have you just returned to in-person or hybrid worship? No matter the story, […]
United Methodists extend BSA charters through June 2022
United Methodist leaders have reached an agreement with the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to extend existing UMC-sponsored Scouting charters through June 30, 2022 to provide for uninterrupted ministry with young people through Scouting. The charters were previously extended to March 31, 2022 as legal proceedings continue in the BSA’s bankruptcy case, particularly as the […]
Communications agency offers education assistance opportunities
Nashville, Tennessee – Two religious communication education assistance opportunities are being offered by United Methodist Communications, the denomination’s global communication agency. Eligible parties have until March 15th to submit their applications for 2022 scholarship and fellowship consideration. “We believe that communication is key to community. Diversity among these professionals is essential and one of the […]
Meet Your Lay Leaders, Part 4
As your Conference Lay Leader, I have been honored to introduce you to your Conference Board of Laity and your District Lay Leaders these past several weeks. I feel strongly that you need to know us and we are looking forward to continuing to meet you. We are available to talk, share and pray with […]
Honor the Lenten Season by Contributing Necessities to Arkansas Children and Families
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For More Information, Contact Kelli Reep, 501-766-1260 or KReep@MethodistFamily.org Printable Brochure (PDF) Honor the Lenten Season by Contributing Necessities to Arkansas Children and Families LITTLE ROCK, AR (Feb. 1, 2022) – With the holidays behind us and the 40 days of Lent just ahead, Methodist Family Health Foundation has a way for […]