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Leaders
Welcome to ResourceUMC.org, the online destination for leaders throughout The United Methodist Church. Visit often to find ideas and information to inspire United Methodist leaders throughout the connection.
#BeUMC discussion guide
Use with small groups to learn more about the campaign’s four key messaging themes and how they celebrate our identity as United Methodists.
Ask The UMC-FAQs
Our pastor is being moved. How is this decision made?
Consultation with the local church is a key part of the work of appointing pastors.
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30Jun
Learning Session: Facebook Groups for Churches with Live Q&A
When: Thursday, June 30, 2021 at noon CT Where: www.facebook.com/umcom Over the past few years,... View Event
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NCCUMC Youth Week (NC Conference)
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Christian Education
VBS 2022: Food Truck Party
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How We Serve
United Methodists stand with Ukraine
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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).
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General Commission on the Status and Role of Women
Status & Role of Women
The General Commission on Status and Role of Women challenges The United Methodist Church to commit to the full participation of women in the life and mission of the church.
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Gen Board of Higher Education & Ministry
Higher Education and Ministry
The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) serves Christian leaders around the world who are defined, formed and shaped by a process of intellectual engagement, spiritual and character formation, and leadership development.
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General Council on Finance and Administration
Finance & Administration
The General Council on Finance and Administration manages the finances and operational needs of The United Methodist Church and serves as the general treasurer of the denomination.
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General Commission on Religion and Race
Religion & Race
Leading The United Methodist Church to become intentionally diverse is the primary mission of the General Commission on Religion and Race. It advocates for the full and equal participation of racial and ethnic constituencies in the church and monitors denominational practices.
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General Board of Pension and Health Benefits
Wespath
Wespath supervises and administers the pension and benefits programs, plans and funds of The United Methodist Church. It administers and disburses the retirement and benefit funds of the various annual conferences.
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General Commission on United Methodist Women
United Women in Faith
United Women in Faith is the largest denominational faith organization for women with approximately 800,000 members whose mission is fostering spiritual growth, developing leaders and advocating for justice.
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General Board of Discipleship
Discipleship Ministries
Discipleship Ministries provides resources and services that assist clergy and laity leaders in local churches, districts and annual conferences as they seek to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
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General Commission on Archives and History
Archives & History
The General Commission on Archives and History gathers, preserves and disseminates materials on the history of The United Methodist Church and its antecedents. It serves scholars and church members alike through archives and a library of resources.
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General Board of Church and Society
Church & Society
Using Scripture, The Social Principles and The Book of Resolutions as core documents, the General Board of Church and Society challenges United Methodists to work in areas of social concern and on issues of social justice.
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General Commission on Communications
Communications
United Methodist Communications tells the story of the church’s work around the world and equips United Methodists with communications tools, resources and training to share the story of God’s love.
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General Commission on United Methodist Men
United Methodist Men
As it involves men in a growing relationship to Jesus Christ and his church, United Methodist Men provides resources and support for programs of evangelism, stewardship and the needs of men. It also leads the church’s scouting ministries.
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The United Methodist Publishing House
Publishing
The United Methodist Publishing House develops, produces and distributes print, digital and multimedia resources and supplies for Christian clergy and laity. Its primary responsibility is for the publishing and distribution of materials for The United Methodist Church.
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General Board of Global Ministries
Global Ministries
The General Board of Global Ministries connects the church from everywhere to everywhere in mission through sending and supporting missionaries, engaging volunteers, planting churches, addressing poverty and global health and responding to disasters.
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Race Relations
Dismantling Racism
Racial justice prayer & action challenge
The General Commission on Religion and Race invites you to participate in the Racial Justice Prayer & Action Challenge.
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Dismantling Racism
Juneteenth celebrates freedom from slavery
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Digital Ministry
Communications
Social Media Day Highlights Local Church Resources for Social Ministry
United Methodist Communications will celebrate Social Media Day on Thursday, June 30, 2022, highlighting the many resources the agency provides to help churches maximize their social media potential.
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Communications and Marketing
Basic considerations for your church promo video
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Digital Ministry
Hybrid worship: Finding the balance
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BeUMC
Our People
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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Download BeUmc images
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Worship
Worship and Preaching Resources: BeUMC
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Faith Stories
Photo essay: Reflections of a father’s love
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General Church
Conference, megachurch reach legal settlement
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Faith Sharing
Virtual church will continue after COVID-19
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Faith Stories
Ministry helping sexual violence survivors honored with award
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Social Concerns
Homeless man finds peace through art ministry
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