UMC News
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Georgia unification gains final approval
12 August 2026The United Methodist Church’s Southeastern Jurisdiction has approved the union of the North Georgia and South Georgia conferences.
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Church relaunches technical training in Nigeria
12 August 2026After a two-decade pause, The United Methodist Church in Nigeria restarted a program that provides vocational training to young people and offers graduates startup money to help launch their own businesses.
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Conference sues its largest congregation
11 August 2026The Horizon Texas Conference has filed a lawsuit against Highland Park United Methodist Church, arguing changes the church made to its articles of incorporation violate the denomination’s rules for church governance.
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Relief reaches hard-hit areas after earthquake
10 August 2026The United Methodist Church in the Philippines and church partners have provided food, supplies and spiritual care to more than 700 families following deadly quake.
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Camp brings healthcare to vulnerable community
07 August 2026More than 600 people living near a Kenyan dumpsite received free medical care through a United Methodist mission center’s outreach.
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Deacons take God’s work beyond the church
05 August 2026Deacons are ordained United Methodist clergy called to carry God’s words and works outside church walls. This year marks 30 years since The United Methodist Church declared deacons to be a distinct, permanent order of ministry.
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A ministry of healing
03 August 2026Faith, resilience and self-care come together in United Methodist pastor’s unique ministry, which includes a vegan skincare line.
