United Methodist News Service – Recent Articles

• The nativity story comes to life in lights
  A United Methodist church in Michigan wows neighbors with a 15-minute light show set to music.
• Task force responds to growing needs facing immigrants
  The United Methodist Immigration Task Force has reorganized and issued an Advent call to the church to welcome and support migrants.
• Broadcast network marks decade of amplifying Gospel
  United Methodist Broadcast Network celebrates growth and achievements at 10-year anniversary gathering.
• Artificial tree farm brings joy to families with special needs
  United Methodist ministry provides a unique experience for families living with sensory issues, allergies or physical disabilities.
• Church addresses historic injustice to Indigenous neighbors
  A white Pennsylvania congregation has adopted a land acknowledgment statement and is walking alongside a Native American church in ministry and fellowship.
• Compass provides sustainable retirement plan for clergy
  Plan honors church’s commitment to providing income for clergy throughout retirement while also being more affordable for the church.
• Firm plans to target churches with pro-Israel ads
  A “geofencing” campaign aims to flood the mobile devices of worshippers in the western U.S. with anti-Palestinian messages.
• Africa University switches to solar power
  Hundreds of solar panels provide power to the United Methodist institution, saving money and offering a reliable source of energy for students as the country grapples with power-shedding outages.
• Missao Metodista do Quessua renasce como farol educativo
• Social media graphics from UM News
  Graphic for the fourth Sunday in Advent available to download and share on social media.