United Methodist News Service – Recent Articles

• On World AIDS Day, church called to bold action
  With the dismantling of so much life-saving U.S. international aid, the Rev. Dr. Donald W. Messer writes The United Methodist Church needs to step up in its longtime commitment to combat HIV.
• Ohio United Methodists aim to plant 100 churches
  Starting new expressions of church is a priority in The United Methodist Church’s Ohio conferences, which plan to launch 100 new faith communities by 2029.
• 2 church plants bloom on different paths
  Husband-wife United Methodist pastors are helping to revive the denomination in Columbus, Ohio, using different approaches. One of them has authored a book explaining how others can start successful churches.
• Food pantry digs deeper to overcome challenging year
  The Rhea House free grocery store, a partnership between Dyersburg First United Methodist Church and United Methodist Reelfoot Rural Ministries, counts its blessings.
• Social media graphics from UM News
  Graphic for the First Sunday in Advent available to download and share on social media.
• 2025 Mozambique North Annual Conference
  Oct. 23-26, Chimoio, Mozambique
• Church forges ties with Sand Creek Massacre descendants
  Being a consistent presence has helped the Native American Committee of First United Methodist Church in Sheridan, Wyoming, gain acceptance.
• Seeking peace after Tanzania's election violence
  Through outreach and teachings on peace and justice, United Methodist leaders are supporting affected communities and encouraging the nation to find a path to healing.
• Bishop Violet L. Fisher remembered as trailblazer
  The United Methodist, who made history as the first Black woman elected bishop in the Northeastern Jurisdiction, also earned admiration across the church for her powerful preaching and tender pastoral care.
• Asian young adults seek new vision of servant leadership
  ASCEND 2025 leadership training combines theological grounding with practical ministry planning to equip young leaders for spiritual formation and effective service.