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United Methodist Church

Leaders

Welcome to ResourceUMC, your online destination for United Methodist Church leaders. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or practical information, this site is your go-to resource. Check back often for fresh ideas and insights to empower your leadership across our connection.

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Conference attendees of all ages engage in discussion during the California-Nevada Annual Conference. Photo by Koua Vang, California-Nevada Annual Conference

Attending annual conference can be both exciting and overwhelming for first-time lay members. Here are some things every participant should know before attending their first conference.

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Summer events are some of the best outreach opportunities your church has all year - but only if people actually show up. From building a three-phase promotion timeline to making the most of Facebook Events, Instagram Stories, and email, this article gives you a practical, channel-by-channel plan for getting the word out about VBS, block parties, service days, and more.

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Are you a ministry leader—lay or clergy—who wants to know how to lead others in growing as a disciple? Do you have a call from God, but are looking for how to become a minister? We at Discipleship Ministries seek to support you in the task of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

UM Agencies

Agencies provide resources and services that equip local congregations and provide a connection for ministry throughout the world. These organizations can be found at all levels of the connection (churchwide, regional and local).

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United in Faith. United in Impact.

What does it mean to be United in Impact?

It means knowing that your faith makes a difference. Every prayer offered, every act of service, every gift given, and every moment of generosity becomes part of something bigger.

Social Justice

Building Power Together Toolkit

The General Board of Church and Society offers the Building Power Together Toolkit for advocates in leadership. With biblical grounding, best practices, and examples from lived experts, formal and informal leaders alike will benefit from this toolkit.

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Vision

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The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.

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