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April 23 wrap-up: After years of delay, General Conference begins
4/24/2024
GC2024
News
The long-delayed 2020 General Conference began April 23 with another slight delay, this time by the fire marshal. During an inspection before opening worship, it was determined there was a lack of sufficient fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and emergency exit signage in the plenary hall of the Charlotte Convention Center.
General Conference Day 1 | WNCC Wrap Up
4/24/2024Watch a video recap of day one of General Conference.
Pray for our WNCC Delegates as They Prepare for General Conference
4/24/2024
GC2024
News
Let’s pray for our WNCC delegation as they prepare for the meeting of the General Conference coming to Charlotte on April 23 - May 3, 2024.
Fatih UMC | Rise Against Hunger
4/23/2024
Mission
News
For the third time in three years, Faith United Methodist Church plans to feed the world hungry with the help of our friends from Rise Against Hunger on Saturday, April 27.
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Fresh Expressions United Methodist Pre-General Conference Gathering
4/23/2024
News
The table is wide and the feast is ready, and there are always more people to invite to the party. On Monday, April 22, the Fresh Expressions United Methodist pre-GC Conference gathered at First UMC Charlotte.
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General Conference Livestream
4/23/2024
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General Conference Live Video Stream begins Tuesday, April 23 at 2 PM EST.
You can watch live coverage of during all of General Conference, April 23 - May 4, 2024. You can also
follow in American Sign Language.
Watch | https://www.resourceumc.org/en/churchwide/general-conference-2020/live-stream
Bishop Carter and Appointive Cabinet announce 2024-2025 Appointment Changes
4/21/2024
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Clergy
News
Bishop Carter and the Appointive Cabinet announce the projected appointment changes for the 2024-2025 year.
Bishop Carter Announces Cabinet Changes
4/18/2024Rev. Beth Crissman will expand her role to include both Uwharrie District Superintendent and Director of Peacebuilding Ministries. Rev. Dr. Bill White, Jr. is being appointed to one of our strong regional churches. In addition to his role as Smoky Mountain District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. Jae Lee will be appointed part-time to a local congregation. Rev. Lory Beth Huffman will assume the role of Director of Connectional Ministries in addition to her role as Appalachian District Superintendent.
The Latest Edition of E-News - Learn more about Bishop Ken Carter's thoughts on the Upcoming General Conference, ways to stay connected through General Conference, and more!
4/17/2024The latest edition of WNCC E-News published on April 17, 2024.
Disaffiliation Report Shows NC-UMC Congregations Are More Politically and Theologically Mixed After Split
4/17/2024
News
With partisan conflict at an all-time high, a new report from the Religion and Social Change Lab suggests a timely opportunity for the denomination to embrace its “Big Tent” roots and seed communities where plurality without division can thrive—but success may hinge on making additional investments in the mental health of its remaining clergy.