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WMC Names Bishop Yambasu as Recipient of 2020 World Methodist Peace Award
The World Methodist Council (WMC) has named the late Bishop John K. Yambasu as the recipient of the World Methodist Peace Award for 2020. Bishop Yambasu served as The United Methodist Church (UMC) resident bishop of Sierra Leone until his untimely death in August of...
UMCOR Issues Statements Supporting Aid for Multiple Crises Around the World
The United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries has released statements this week responding to the multiple crises around the world, including the recent earthquake in Haiti and the turmoil playing out in Afghanistan. UMCOR, the United Methodist Committee on...
BSA Bankruptcy Affects United Methodist Congregations
The United Methodist Communications Office of Public Relations released the following letter regarding the ongoing Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy case. Please refer to the letter for information on next steps for local United Methodist churches.
Employment Law Live Webinar
ADA, FMLA, ADEA, Title VII. These are just a few of the employment laws with which those in Human Resources need to know well. The world of employment law is constantly changing and recent Supreme Court decisions may have an effect on your organization. The General...
Methodist Le Bonheur Updates Clergy Visitation Policy
Methodist Le Bonheur of Memphis, Tennessee has updated their clergy visitation policy to reflect current covid-19 trends in the area. The main changes to the policy include the following: To ensure safety for all, we are placing a pause on volunteers and visiting...
Bishop Beverly Shamana dies at 81
Bishop Beverly J. Shamana, a retired bishop of The United Methodist Church, has died. She died this week in California at age 81. Bishop Shamana was elected and consecrated to the Episcopacy in 2000 in the Western Jurisdiction. She was the second black woman elected...
FUMC Bella Vista to host The Caring Congregation Seminar
First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista will be hosting The Caring Congregation Seminar from Friday, August 27 at noon through Saturday, August 28 at 4:30pm. Learn how to create a laity team that works in partnership with pastors to provide congregational care...
Davidson Campground To Hold 137th Annual Encampment
Davidson Campground will hold its 137th annual encampment starting July 23, 2021, through August 1, 2021. Services will be held daily at 7:45 pm. The dress is casual. An opening prayer service will be on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at 8:00 pm by Rev. Travis Langley. The...
Salem Camp Meeting Continues Tradition
Salem Camp Meeting is a yearly event that gives everyone the chance to gather under the arbor, visit with neighbors, sing the good old songs, listen to great music and preaching, and shout "Amen". In other words, it's a place to revive your spirit. Services have been...
COVID-19: A Rapidly Changing Landscape
The last several weeks have seen a rise in COVID-19 cases in many communities in Arkansas. During the last two days, the number of reported and active cases, hospitalizations and deaths have dramatically increased. This new and dangerous landscape is the result of the...