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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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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).

General Commission on Archives and History

Archives & History

The General Commission on Archives and History gathers, preserves and disseminates materials on the history of The United Methodist Church and its antecedents. It serves scholars and church members alike through archives and a library of resources.

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General Board of Church and Society

Church & Society

Using Scripture, The Social Principles and The Book of Resolutions as core documents, the General Board of Church and Society challenges United Methodists to work in areas of social concern and on issues of social justice.

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General Commission on Communications

Communications

United Methodist Communications tells the story of the church’s work around the world and equips United Methodists with communications tools, resources and training to share the story of God’s love.

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General Board of Discipleship

Discipleship Ministries

Discipleship Ministries provides resources and services that assist clergy and laity leaders in local churches, districts and annual conferences as they seek to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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General Council on Finance and Administration

Finance & Administration

The General Council on Finance and Administration manages the finances and operational needs of The United Methodist Church and serves as the general treasurer of the denomination.

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General Board of Global Ministries

Global Ministries

The General Board of Global Ministries connects the church from everywhere to everywhere in mission through sending and supporting missionaries, engaging volunteers, planting churches, addressing poverty and global health and responding to disasters.

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Gen Board of Higher Education & Ministry

Higher Education and Ministry

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) serves Christian leaders around the world who are defined, formed and shaped by a process of intellectual engagement, spiritual and character formation, and leadership development.

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General Commission on Religion and Race

Religion and Race

Leading The United Methodist Church to become intentionally diverse is the primary mission of the General Commission on Religion and Race. It advocates for the full and equal participation of racial and ethnic constituencies in the church and monitors denominational practices.

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General Commission on the Status and Role of Women

Status & Role of Women

The General Commission on Status and Role of Women challenges The United Methodist Church to commit to the full participation of women in the life and mission of the church.

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General Commission on United Methodist Men

United Methodist Men

As it involves men in a growing relationship to Jesus Christ and his church, United Methodist Men provides resources and support for programs of evangelism, stewardship and the needs of men. It also leads the church’s scouting ministries.

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General Commission on United Methodist Women

United Women in Faith

United Women in Faith is the largest denominational faith organization for women with approximately 800,000 members whose mission is fostering spiritual growth, developing leaders and advocating for justice.

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The United Methodist Publishing House

Publishing

The United Methodist Publishing House develops, produces and distributes print, digital and multimedia resources and supplies for Christian clergy and laity. Its primary responsibility is for the publishing and distribution of materials for The United Methodist Church.

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Benefits and Investments

Wespath

Wespath supervises and administers the pension and benefits programs, plans and funds of The United Methodist Church. It administers and disburses the retirement and benefit funds of the various annual conferences.

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United in Faith. United in Impact.

From Communion to Commitment

World Communion Sunday reminds us that the Church is not just local; it is universal and diverse, united around Christ’s table. As United Methodists join Christians worldwide in Holy Communion, we also celebrate our shared commitment to nurturing leadership that reflects the full body of Christ.

Through the World Communion Sunday offering, our collective generosity supports scholarships, training, and mentoring for students from underrepresented communities. These gifts help remove barriers and equip future leaders to serve faithfully in churches and communities near and far.

This World Communion Sunday, give, share the mission, and invite others to join in investing in leadership that reflects the world God loves.

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