Religious Historian and Theologian Esther Mombo to Visit Hendrix to Present Steel Center Lecture
October 25 discussion and October 26 lecture both free and open to the public CONWAY, Ark. (October 2, 2023) — Hendrix College and the Marshall T. Steel Center for the Study of Religion and Philosophy on October 25 and 26 will welcome Kenyan religious historian and theologian Esther Mombo for two campus events. Both gatherings are […]
Obituary – Alvin Ray Hunt
Alvin Ray Hunt, age 76, of Farmington, died on Monday, September 25, 2023. Alvin was born September 27, 1946, in Gravelly, Arkansas to Herbert and Elsie Hunt. Alvin is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Gary Hunt, and a grandson, Bo Hunt. Alvin is survived by his wife of almost 58 years, Patsy McCafferty […]
Council of Bishops: Local Initiative Grant Applications
The Council of Bishops provides leadership for the ecumenical and interreligious ministries of The United Methodist Church. To that end, they are offering 3 grants, each in the amount of $1,000 to groups within United Methodist Annual Conferences for special projects designed to strengthen ecumenical and/or interreligious relationships. The application deadline is the 10th of November […]
Laity Sunday: Rise Up and Remain Committed to Love’s Teachings
written by Kathy Conley, Conference Lay Leader Every year there is a special Sunday set aside to recognize the important ministry of the Laity. That special Sunday this year is October 15th, even though you may celebrate any time it is convenient. On that Sunday churches are encouraged to celebrate the great influence the call […]
Youth Wednesdays Revitalize Every Day at City Heights United Methodist Church
written by Kelli Reep The fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic is still being sifted, but the good things that have happened include a re-energization of City Heights United Methodist Church in Van Buren. According to Rev. Sandy DeFatta, senior pastor of City Heights United Methodist Church, the children and youth program was happening when she […]
Obituary – Charles Long
Charles Albert Long, age 80, of Beebe, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2023. He was born on March 29, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to Albert and Audrey Long. Charles was a Beebe First United Methodist Church member where he loved serving the Lord. He enjoyed reading, working in his wood […]
Obituary – Ruth Parvin Everetts
Ruth Parvin Everetts, age 84, of Ward, Arkansas, went home to be with Jesus, Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She was born in Austin, Arkansas on June 30, 1939, to Calvin and Valrie Kirkland Parvin. She was a lifetime member of Apple Hill General Baptist Church. She retired from the Cabot School District in 2000. She […]
Pumpkin Patch to return at North Little Rock First UMC
Annual fundraiser returns Sept. 24, 2023 written by Laura Turner, NLR First UMC Communications Coordinator NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – After last years’ successful North Little Rock First United Methodist Church youth fundraiser, the pumpkins are returning to NLRFUMC. The long-running annual tradition begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, when thousands of pounds of […]
Bishops in Africa vow to stay in The United Methodist Church
Press ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseSeptember 15, 2023 LUBUMBASHI, Democratic Republic of the Congo – United Methodist Church bishops serving the church in Africa have issued a statement declaring their intention to stay in the denomination despite differences on the issue of human sexuality. “Notwithstanding the differences in our UMC regarding the issue of human sexuality especially […]
200K More Reasons hosts ACEs and Trauma Informed Ministry training
written by Samantha Menley, community coordinator for 200k More Reasons 200,000 More Reasons and the Director of Discipleship and Leadership Development were excited to host 85 United Methodist for an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Trauma Informed Ministry training at First United Methodist Church, Conway last Saturday, September 9. Participants included clergy, children’s and youth […]