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Leaders

Welcome to ResourceUMC, your online destination for United Methodist Church leaders. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or practical information, this site is your go-to resource. Check back often for fresh ideas and insights to empower your leadership across our connection.

Worship Ideas and Resources
United Methodist Bishop Mary Ann Swenson greets Pope Francis in Geneva, Switzerland, in 2018, during the commemoration of the World Council of Churches’ 70th anniversary. The leader of the Catholic Church spoke about the significance of Catholic involvement in ecumenical work and pledged his commitment to the cause of Christian unity. United Methodists around the world are mourning Pope Francis, who died April 21 at age 88. File photo by Albin Hillert, World Council of Churches.

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.

Resources for Creation Care. Courtesy of Discipleship Ministries.

Discipleship Ministries wants to help you raise your congregation’s awareness of our collective responsibility to care for the creation God has entrusted to us.

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United Methodist Student Day Sunday is celebrated in the month of May.

UM Agencies

Agencies provide resources and services that equip local congregations and provide a connection for ministry throughout the world. These organizations can be found at all levels of the connection (churchwide, regional and local).

Native American Ministries Sunday
Stewardship

YOU offer possibility

Your generosity on Native American Ministries Sunday works to create a new history - one that respects the culture and loves God.

The Special Sunday offering allows collaboration with CONAM ministries, creates programs and resources, increases education about Native ministries and supports scholarships for Native Americans pursuing ordained or licensed ministry.

Half of contributions stay with local ministries in each conference and the other half supports Native American scholarships, programs and initiatives.

Updated 04/02/2025

History

Statue of John Wesley in London. Photo courtesy of Kathleen Barry.

John Wesley was prolific writer and amazing preacher. ResourceUMC has his sermons indexed by number, title and scriptural reference. Read the words of Methodism's founder.

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Creation Care

Lakeshore Avenue seen from Ward's Island Beach. Photo courtesy of Paul Gomez.

Here is a simple devotional exercise to help you cultivate a spirit of thanksgiving and faithfulness on Earth Day or whatever day you they choose to celebrate.

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BeUMC

We are the church. Together. Let's #BeUMC.

Watch this video to be reminded of why you chose to #BeUMC and to see how you are a vital part of The United Methodist Church’s continuing mission and ministry around the world.

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