“With such outreach, the future of the church is bright and growing rapidly.” — The Rev. John Makaniko, on evangelism efforts in rural Zimbabwe.
NEWS AND FEATURES
Evangelism campaign fuels church growth in Zimbabwe
HARARE, Zimbabwe (UM News) — Surrounded by farms and mining areas, two rural preaching points of Chisipiti United Methodist Church have found a fertile ground to harvest new converts to Christ. The evangelism includes preaching, teaching, music and more. Farm owners say the church activities have led to positive changes for many of the workers and their families. Kudzai Chingwe has the story.
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Kentucky Conference
Ministry puts doctor’s office on wheels
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — People who volunteer with Middletown United Methodist Church’s Mobile Medical Ministry are immediately hooked, organizers say. The ministry, which originated in a Sunday school class, brings medical care to hurting neighborhoods. Alan Wild reports.
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Upper New York Conference
Church embraces togetherness in diversity
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Erwin First United Methodist Church has a philosophy of “think and let think.” The Rev. B.J. Norrix, the church’s pastor, said, “We don’t have to have everybody agree to every single statement.” In a video produced by the Upper New York Conference, Norrix and church members reflect on how welcoming the congregation is despite political and theological differences.
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Global Ministries
Rethinking mission work
ATLANTA — The second of three gatherings to reconsider how The United Methodist Church conducts missionary work was Aug. 1-3 at Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. Panels and small groups conversed on topics such as the historical and contemporary role of mission-sending agencies and the intercultural and incarnational nature of missionary work. Sara Logeman reports.
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United Methodist Communications
Find-a-Church takes leap forward
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Since its rollout more than 20 years ago, the Find-a-Church online directory of United Methodist churches has been a favorite destination for those searching for a church home or a congregation to visit when out of town. Now, thanks to expanded search capabilities and a streamlined user experience, the site is improved in its ability to help visitors find a congregation that aligns with their wants and needs. Diane Degnan has the story.
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