UM News Digest - April 22, 2026
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“I don't know what God is going to do with all of this, but I know that we are all serving faithfully in ways that are consistent with our theological understanding of our role as stewards of God’s creation.” — The Rev. Jenny Phillips, director of environmental sustainability at the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries. |
An activist speaks April 23, 2024, during a prayer vigil at the Bank of America headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., to protest the bank’s investments in fossil fuels. File photo courtesy of UM Creation Justice Movement. |
Faith and hope fuel the EarthKeepers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — The EarthKeeper movement within The United Methodist Church celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, with about 450 graduates of its training program doing their best to make the environment safer for future generations. Jim Patterson has the story. |
Holly Petti and her dog Paisley chat with people entering the Sanctuary at Pinnacle View United Methodist Church in Little Rock, Ark. Image from video by Lilla Marigza, UM News. |
By going to the dogs, church draws people
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (UM News) — “Pet ministry isn't just about bringing the dogs into church. It's taking the church into the world,” says Gayle Fiser, director of pet ministries at Pinnacle View United Methodist Church. She says recognizing the bond people have with pets can transform a church family and community. Lilla Marigza has a video report.
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Great Plains Conference
Property sale funds therapy
WICHITA, Kan. — Therapy for physical and mental health needed by first responders will have a home in space formerly owned by First United Methodist Church in Wichita, after the sale closes on May 1. The church no longer needs all of its building, so it is selling a quarter of it to a nonprofit set up by the Wichita Metro Crime Commission. The sale will allow the church to put money toward needed ministries while putting the building to use for people who help so many in times of crisis. The Rev. Amy Lippoldt, lead pastor at the church, joins Todd Seifert, host of the “In Layman’s Terms” podcast, for an episode dedicated to this subject.
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Holston Conference
Tourist town income helps sister churches in need
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — First United Methodist Church of Gatlinburg is taking advantage of its tourist town location to help United Methodist churches with fewer resources. The church, located right off the town’s main street, has designated about $50,000 to provide financial aid to about 10 churches, primarily in Southwest Virginia. Annette Spence has the story.
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| Endowing United Methodist Theological Education
Bishops’ donations boost Miracle Sunday
ZURICH — United Methodists around the world are being called to support theological education in Africa, Europe and the Philippines on Miracle Sunday, set for May 17. The Council of Bishops, representing every region of the worldwide church, have led by example, collectively giving or committing $414,208 to support theological education.
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Higher Education and Ministry
$4 million to go to historically Black schools
NAIROBI, Kenya — At their April meeting, board members of the United Methodist Board of Higher Education and Ministry approved a one-time distribution of $4 million from agency reserve funds in support of the 11 United Methodist-related historically Black colleges and universities in the U.S. The decision comes at a critical time for church-related institutions, which are facing reduced financial support as well as an increasingly complex political climate affecting U.S. higher education.
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How do I address concerns about clergy or church staff?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — What do you do if you have a concern about the professional conduct of ministry by the clergy or staff of your local church? In this installment of “Ask The UMC Shorts,” the Rev. Taylor Burton Edwards explains how United Methodists can address concerns about a pastor or church staff. Produced by United Methodist Communications, “Ask The UMC Shorts” is a collection of brief videos answering frequently asked questions about The United Methodist Church.
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| Photo by Lane Pelovsky, courtesy of Meet Minneapolis |
Planners shorten GC2028, discuss Minneapolis |
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Church leaders chart new future for bishops |
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