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Mission and Ministry
Clergy, laity tell harrowing COVID-19 stories
“Respect this virus,” pleads a pastor battling the coronavirus. Others in the denomination who have been directly affected agree.
Local Church
‘Sacred Trust’ report touts local church leadership
United Methodism should consider returning to its roots by relying more on lay people and ordained local ministers, deacons and elders, according to a church report.
Local Church
United Methodist pens first book at 104 years old
“Granny” Mudzengerere, one of the founding members of Zimbabwe’s women’s organization, shares advice, worship traditions and lessons from the past in ‘Old Time Religion.’
Social Concerns
Church lay leader slain in Florida bank shooting
United Methodists are mourning bank shooting victim Marisol Lopez, a prominent member of her Florida congregation.