“Our deep desire is to see students from rural Tennessee find ways to flourish through the expanded platform of the University of Tennessee.” — Tennessee Conference Bishop William T. "Bill" McAlilly on negotiations for the acquisition of Martin Methodist College by the University of Tennessee System.
NEWS AND FEATURES
Martin Methodist in talks to join UT system
PULASKI, Tenn. (UM News) — Martin Methodist College would be acquired by the University of Tennessee System under a deal being negotiated by the United Methodist-related college and the state system. Jim Patterson reports.
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Driver arrested in crash that killed bishop
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone (UM News) — The driver of the SUV that crashed into and killed Sierra Leone Area Bishop John K. Yambasu has been arrested and charged with seven counts, including speeding. Phileas Jusu has the story.
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United Methodist Camp & Retreat Ministries
Faithfulness in tough summer for camping
LITTLETON, Colo. — The vast majority of the nearly 170 United Methodist camp and retreat ministries in the United States didn’t have traditional summer camp for the 2020 season. However, even amid a pandemic, these ministries found creative ways to share the Gospel with campers at home. Jen Burch has the story.
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South Georgia Conference
Certified lay ministers stepping up
FOLKSTON, Ga. — A member of Pinkney Chapel United Methodist Church, Joy Ware preaches regularly, leads in Sunday school and helps often in the church’s kitchen. She is among a broad array of United Methodists who found value in certified lay minister training. Kara Witherow has the story.
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PRESS RELEASES
Archives and History
Nearly 800 sign up for church historian school
MADISON, N.J. — Some 779 participants have signed up for the Local Church Historian School offered by the United Methodist Commission on Archives and History. This initial offering has drawn people from around the world — all attending from the comfort of their email inbox. Although registration is now closed, those interested in future offerings of the course can contact [email protected].
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Wesley Theological Seminary
Online panel takes on white supremacy
WASHINGTON — Wesley Theological Seminary's Center for Public Theology will hold a virtual panel on white supremacy and American Christianity at 4:30 p.m. U.S. Eastern time Sept. 17. Speakers include Obery Hendricks, adjunct professor of religion at Columbia University; Robert Jones, author of "White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity" and Kris Norris, author of "Witnessing Whiteness."
To register
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Finding strength in the worldwide church family
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EVENTS
Thursday, Sept. 17
Webinar: Common Challenges in Nursing Homes, Memory Care and How to Avoid Them
NEWS AND FEATURES
Martin Methodist in talks to join UT system
PULASKI, Tenn. (UM News) — Martin Methodist College would be acquired by the University of Tennessee System under a deal being negotiated by the United Methodist-related college and the state system. Jim Patterson reports.
Read story
Driver arrested in crash that killed bishop
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone (UM News) — The driver of the SUV that crashed into and killed Sierra Leone Area Bishop John K. Yambasu has been arrested and charged with seven counts, including speeding. Phileas Jusu has the story.
Read story
United Methodist Camp & Retreat Ministries
Faithfulness in tough summer for camping
LITTLETON, Colo. — The vast majority of the nearly 170 United Methodist camp and retreat ministries in the United States didn’t have traditional summer camp for the 2020 season. However, even amid a pandemic, these ministries found creative ways to share the Gospel with campers at home. Jen Burch has the story.
Read story
South Georgia Conference
Certified lay ministers stepping up
FOLKSTON, Ga. — A member of Pinkney Chapel United Methodist Church, Joy Ware preaches regularly, leads in Sunday school and helps often in the church’s kitchen. She is among a broad array of United Methodists who found value in certified lay minister training. Kara Witherow has the story.
Read story
PRESS RELEASES
Archives and History
Nearly 800 sign up for church historian school
MADISON, N.J. — Some 779 participants have signed up for the Local Church Historian School offered by the United Methodist Commission on Archives and History. This initial offering has drawn people from around the world — all attending from the comfort of their email inbox. Although registration is now closed, those interested in future offerings of the course can contact [email protected].
Read press release
Wesley Theological Seminary
Online panel takes on white supremacy
WASHINGTON — Wesley Theological Seminary's Center for Public Theology will hold a virtual panel on white supremacy and American Christianity at 4:30 p.m. U.S. Eastern time Sept. 17. Speakers include Obery Hendricks, adjunct professor of religion at Columbia University; Robert Jones, author of "White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity" and Kris Norris, author of "Witnessing Whiteness."
To register
RECENT HEADLINES
Finding strength in the worldwide church family
Violence against women, girls in Africa spikes amid COVID-19
EVENTS
Thursday, Sept. 17
Webinar: Common Challenges in Nursing Homes, Memory Care and How to Avoid Them
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