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In an area the size of Texas, a United Methodist pilot is often the difference between life and death for Congolese people in need of care.
Megachurch’s closure improper, ruling says
The Dakotas Conference’s vote to let the multicampus Embrace congregation leave with property violated church law, said The United Methodist Church’s top court.
Ruling: Same-sex weddings solely up to pastors
The United Methodist Church’s top court ruled that a congregation’s trustees cannot prevent their pastor from using church facilities to perform a same-sex wedding.
Bishops urged to confront rising cruelty
As The United Methodist Church rebuilds, Council of Bishops President Tracy S. Malone challenged her fellow bishops to address inhumanity and act with the compassion of Christ.
Bishops given 3% retroactive pay hike
The board of The United Methodist Church’s finance agency voted to give bishops a salary increase that starts at the beginning of this year.
From mission volunteer to adoptive mom
When Susie Keefer traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2010, little did she know it would be the first of many mission journeys.
Calling led couple to ministry in Congo
The Rev. Jonathan Baker, former conference council on ministries director, and registered nurse Donna Baker shared their skills with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
‘Jesus is here’ in Congo
For more than two decades, the Congo Partnership has been changing lives.
Peace Church offers ‘home for everyone’
A congregation in Germany is a thriving, diverse church community that welcomes people of all faith traditions, including many who are new to the country.
Songs spark spiritual conversations at brew pub
Once a month, a United Methodist pastor hires a songwriter for an evening of music and contemplation at Singin’ River Brewing Co. in Florence, Alabama. Those discussions get deep sometimes.
Love demands compassionate response, prophetic witness
United Methodists have a long history of advocating for the needs of others. Today, that call continues.
Why our church is in trouble
United Methodist leaders should stop pursuing ideological goals and instead focus on making disciples of Jesus Christ, says a longtime church member.
Daily Digest - April 21, 2025
Bishop Wilke, beloved Bible study creator, dies; United Methodists remember Pope Francis; Working for safe water as engineer and deacon
Bishop Wilke, beloved Bible study creator, dies
United Methodist Bishop Richard Wilke died Easter Sunday. He and his wife, Julia, developed the popular Disciple Bible Study series. He also was a voice for LGBTQ inclusion.
Social media graphics from UM News
Graphic for Earth Day is available to download and share on social media.
United Methodists remember Pope Francis
United Methodists were vocal in their praise of Pope Francis, who died Easter Monday at age 88. Church leaders noted that Roman Catholics and Methodists have been in continual dialogue since the Second Vatican Council in the early 1960s.
Honduras mission welcomes new leader, sets goals
Bishop Rubén Saenz sets a vision for the United Methodist mission at its first annual meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic.
The quite contrary story of Mary Magdalene
She’s long had the reputation as the Gospels’ bad girl, but the biblical account of Mary Magdalene is very different. United Methodists think her role as apostle offers lessons for today.
2025 Serbia-North Macedonia-Albania Annual Conference
March 27-30, Pogradec, Albania
Social media graphics for Lent and Easter
Download art for Lent and Easter from United Methodist to share on social media.

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