Nov 25, 2020
When the pandemic began, I was skeptical of the possibility of living and operating in a faith community by virtual means. How could I possibly partake in the life of the church through Zoom? Is it true that the church can worship, I mean really worship, God while I...
Jun 9, 2020
The congregation of Harmony United Methodist Church understood that the town of Harmony was hungry, and they had several successful programs in place that served food to community members in need. As a part of the pilot cohort of Faith in Rural Communities-affiliated...
May 22, 2020
Even though many churches have had to cancel worship and shift to online services to protect congregations from COVID-19, that doesn’t stop Jordan Memorial United Methodist in Ramseur and Boonville United Methodist in Yadkin County from continuing to serve and support...
May 20, 2020
Above most doors at Smith Grove United Methodist Church in Davie County hangs a sign with the words, “A place to belong… A place to matter.” In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis and the inability to gather in physical church buildings, Smith Grove UMC is finding new...
Apr 8, 2020
The CARES Act, the federal government’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, includes assistance and recovery programs that churches can qualify for. Below you will find our webinar that includes information about how to apply and manage these provisions and programs, as...
Jan 13, 2020
Murfreesboro United Methodist Church, led by Rev. Jason Villegas, has set out on a mission: to redefine their ministry and close the gap between the church and the community it serves in Hertford County. “The church is not just the building we find ourselves in, the...