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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.

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The Vision of The UMC

The Vision of The United Methodist Church

The Vision of The United Methodist Church

Since 2021, the Council of Bishops and the Connectional Table have journeyed together in prayerful collaboration, seeking God’s wisdom and discerning a hope-filled vision for this unfolding era in The United Methodist Church.

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Leadership

Administration

What lay members should know about annual conference

Attending annual conference can be both exciting and overwhelming for first-time lay members. Here are some things every participant should know before attending their first conference.

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Worship

Pentecost

All Access Pentecost sermon resources

Is it possible to go overboard on Pentecost? To do too much? Probably, but push the limits where you can.

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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).

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 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 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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General Commission on Religion and Race

Religion and 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 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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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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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 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 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 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 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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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 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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United Methodist Student Day
Stewardship

The Value of Education

Education opens doors, and together, we can help United Methodist students step through them!

United Methodist Student Day is an opportunity to invest in the future by supporting scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Every dollar given goes directly toward scholarships, empowering young leaders to grow in faith and service.

Let’s continue to open doors, nurture dreams, and shape the next generation of principled Christian leaders. Join us in making education accessible for all!

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Updated 04/30/2025

History

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

History

United Methodism

John Wesley sermons

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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Diversity

AANHPIHM

Diversity and Inclusiveness

Church & Society

The history you didn’t learn

Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month was started in order to combat anti-Asian hate in the United States.

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BeUMC

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

Our People

Inspiring Videos

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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