Friday Digest | Oct 21, 2022 |
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 | "I believe that we on this board should not be silent about the manner by which this church is engaged in global mission across the world. We are the global United Methodist Church.”
— Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton, president of UMCOR and the Council of Bishops, speaking during United Methodist Global Ministries’ fall board meeting. | |
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| Ukraine a top priority for Global Ministries
| | NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — The United Methodist Committee on Relief has approved more than $17 million so far to help the people of Ukraine cope with the invasion by Russia, and more aid is on the way, the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries announced during its fall meeting. Grants to help people affected by natural disasters and to bring better and profitable food production in Africa also were approved. Jim Patterson reports. | | | | |
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| New vice chancellor fulfills calling at Africa University | | NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — The Rev. Peter Mageto will be installed as the first non-Zimbabwean to lead the pan-African United Methodist-related institution during AU's 30th anniversary celebrations Oct. 22. He said the role comes as an answer to his prayer and a fulfillment to his calling. Kathy L. Gilbert has the story. | | | | |
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| Texas Conference
Conference members cope with disaffiliation | | HOUSTON — With many Texas Conference churches disaffiliating or discerning whether to do so, pastors and others share the heartbreak they're feeling — including over relationships that will be difficult, if not impossible, to maintain. One pastor said she's gone through all the stages of grief. Ronnie Crocker and Shannon W. Martin report. | | | | |
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| Dakotas Conference
Three tales of multiplication | | MITCHELL, S.D. — Three stories of congregations that have revitalized themselves inspired attendees at the Sowing Generously: Ministry Leaders Willing to Consider Multiplying Conference. "I invite you to listen and watch the stories and ask where God is leading you to multiply or reach the next person for Jesus," said the Rev. Ben Ingebretson, director of new church development for the Dakotas-Minnesota Area. Ingrebretson, Doreen Gosmire and Dave Stucke have the story. | | | | |
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| Special sessions scheduled for 2023 | | NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — Several U.S. annual conferences are scheduling special sessions in 2023 to deal mainly with church disaffiliations. Most will be online. In the meantime, 14 more special sessions are scheduled for this year. UM News will add to the schedule as more sessions are announced. | | | | |
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| Status and Role of Women
Moving forward after 50 years of ministry | | CHICAGO — The board of the United Methodist Commission on the Status and Role of Women recently met online and affirmed the agency's work while it moves into the next 50 years of ministry. During their time together, board members welcomed a new vice president, reviewed legislative work and celebrated diverse leadership that extends across continents. | | | | |
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| United Theological Seminary
Enrollment growth at United | | DAYTON, Ohio — United Theological Seminary, one of the 13 United Methodist seminaries in the U.S., is reporting its first enrollment growth in five years. The Rev. Kent Millard, the seminary's president, attributes the spurt in part to United's Houses of Study Initiative, which is supported by a Lilly Endowment Inc. grant. | | | | |
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| Cathedral of the Rockies
Church hosts interfaith dialogue on abortion | | BOISE, Idaho — The All-Means-All Alliance, a progressive, faith-based group founded by Boise First United Methodist Church, Cathedral of the Rockies, plans to present progressive Christian and Jewish perspectives on abortion at 7 p.m. U.S. Mountain time Nov. 9. Speakers include the Rev. Rebecca Todd-Peters, professor at Elon University; and Rabbi Daniel Fink of the Ahavath Beth Israel congregation. | | | | |
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| | | | Here are some of the activities ahead for United Methodists across the connection. If you have an item to share, you can add it to the calendar by clicking here. |
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Jurisdictions advised to elect 14 US bishops | NEPTUNE, N.J. (UM News) — Faced with uncertainties around the denomination's finances and future membership, jurisdictional leaders are recommending United Methodists elect fewer U.S. bishops than there will be vacancies. But after the Northeastern Jurisdiction met for a special session Oct. 15, it’s clear all five U.S. jurisdictions will be holding episcopal elections. Heather Hahn reports. | | |
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A ministry of interpretation
| HARARE, Zimbabwe (UM News) — When people from different countries gather for conferences and other important conversations, the multiple languages they speak often make it impossible for them to understand one another. For over three decades, it has been the primary role of Donald Reasoner to provide and coordinate translation for United Methodists, at times dealing with up to 10 different languages. Eveline Chikwanah talked with Reasoner about his communication ministry during his recent visit to Zimbabwe. | | |
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Zimbabwean family shares bounty with church
| MUTOKO, Zimbabwe (UM News) — Amid severe economic adversity in Zimbabwe, a local family is sharing its blessings. The Mukandis donated money to build a borehole, parsonage and sanctuary at Bwanya United Methodist Church. "This is God-inspired giving, no doubt, pure generosity from the heart," said Bishop Eben K. Nhiwatiwa. Kudzai Chingwe has the story. | | |
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South Africans march against gender-based violence | CAPE TOWN, South Africa (UM News) — United Methodists joined with the South Africa government's Department of Sports, Arts and Culture to organize a march to raise awareness about gender-based violence. Participants marched under the "Thursdays in Black" banner as part of the World Council of Churches campaign "that resists attitudes and practices that permit rape and violence." Alvin Tiri Makunike reports. | | |
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Native American leader discusses threatened cultures
| KARLSRUHE, Germany (UM News) — The Rev. Chebon Kernell, executive director of the United Methodist Native American Comprehensive Plan, discussed the realities for Native peoples and the need to promote climate justice. Kernell was among the 3,000 participants at the 11th General Assembly of the World Council of Churches. Klaus Ulrich Ruof reports. | | |
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New 2022 annual conference reports posted
| NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — United Methodist News is posting 2022 annual conference reports. New this week is Upper New York. | |
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