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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.

Worship Ideas and Resources
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The General Commission for Race and Religion offers a daily journey of inspiration, reflection, and action in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Human Relations Sunday in its 2025 resource.

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Your gift to an UMCOR project or grant makes God’s love tangible to survivors of all kinds—be it war or conflict, hurricane, famine, earthquake or flood.

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The Monthly Ministry Planner provides input, tools, and tips for creating your ministry activities every month.

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

YOU impact communities

United Methodists observe Human Relations Day to raise awareness and work toward creating a world where everyone is cared for and free from poverty, hunger and hate.

A special offering is collected on the Sunday before Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. These gifts help bring King’s vision of “the beloved community” to life through initiatives like Community Developers, United Methodist Voluntary Services and Youth Offender Rehabilitation Programs.

Your generosity stirs hope in building a beloved community. 

Updated 11/29/2024

Racial Justice

How can white congregations observe Black History Month? GCORR has recommended practices for congregations, as well as pitfalls to avoid all compiled by church leaders.

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disaster response

UMCOR offers worship resources in response to California wildfires. Photo by UMCOR

UMCOR offers resources for local churches and conferences in response to the California wildfires, including: bulletin insert, a litany and giving options.

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BeUMC

We are the church. Together. Let's #BeUMC.

Watch this video to be reminded of why you chose to #BeUMC and to see how you are a vital part of The United Methodist Church’s continuing mission and ministry around the world.

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