Aging congregations and expensive buildings are plaguing many churches, but there is an upside. Church leaders are starting to get innovative about how their real estate is used, and that could be the road to a sustainable future.
The Rev. Derrek Belase, director of connectional ministries for the Oklahoma Conference, shares the emotions he’s feeling as he prepares for the closing of the United Methodist church where he grew up.
“God-inspired giving” blesses United Methodist congregation and community in Mutoko, Zimbabwe. The Mukandi family donated money to build a borehole, parsonage and sanctuary at Bwanya United Methodist Church.
