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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.

Welcoming and Outreach Resources
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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United Methodist Student Day Sunday is celebrated in the month of May.

Faith and AI Discernment Webinar Series

Hosted collaboratively by Discipleship Ministries, United Methodist Communications, and the General Board of Church and Society, the Faith and AI Discernment Webinar Series invites clergy and church leaders into meaningful conversation around the dilemmas and possibilities raised by AI.

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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Stewardship

The Value of Education

Education opens doors, and together, we can help United Methodist students step through them!

United Methodist Student Day is an opportunity to invest in the future by supporting scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Every dollar given goes directly toward scholarships, empowering young leaders to grow in faith and service.

History

Statue of John Wesley in London. Photo courtesy of Kathleen Barry.

John Wesley was prolific writer and amazing preacher. ResourceUMC has his sermons indexed by number, title and scriptural reference. Read the words of Methodism's founder.

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Vision

The UMC Vision and hashtag

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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