Convocation looks beyond the fight
The elephant in the room was the possible upcoming division of the denomination that could change Ministers Convocation this year and most likely by next year.
By the time the annual educational event had completed its Feb. 17-19 run at Music Road Resort, one of the few times division was referenced was during an invitation for clergy to gather and pray for each other. Read the story.
The elephant in the room was the possible upcoming division of the denomination that could change Ministers Convocation this year and most likely by next year.
By the time the annual educational event had completed its Feb. 17-19 run at Music Road Resort, one of the few times division was referenced was during an invitation for clergy to gather and pray for each other. Read the story.
Holston members plan for 'more inclusive' future
In the first large meeting organized by the unofficial group, UMCNext Holston, 103 United Methodists gathered in a downtown Knoxville church Feb. 15 to discuss and begin planning for a “more inclusive” future for the denomination. Read the story.
In the first large meeting organized by the unofficial group, UMCNext Holston, 103 United Methodists gathered in a downtown Knoxville church Feb. 15 to discuss and begin planning for a “more inclusive” future for the denomination. Read the story.
How sitting on the porch could fight addiction
Last summer, the Holston Annual Conference took an offering of $129,733 to fight opioid addiction. A church member in Telford, Tennessee, has discovered a ministry that doesn't take a lot of money -- just time and a listening ear. Read the story.
Last summer, the Holston Annual Conference took an offering of $129,733 to fight opioid addiction. A church member in Telford, Tennessee, has discovered a ministry that doesn't take a lot of money -- just time and a listening ear. Read the story.
Maynard speaks up for murderer on death row
The Rev. Charles Maynard joins others in remembering the victims of Nicky Sutton. One was Maynard's uncle, Charlie Almon. Maynard asked Gov. Bill Lee to spare Sutton's life, yet Sutton was executed Thursday night. From WBIR. See the story.
The Rev. Charles Maynard joins others in remembering the victims of Nicky Sutton. One was Maynard's uncle, Charlie Almon. Maynard asked Gov. Bill Lee to spare Sutton's life, yet Sutton was executed Thursday night. From WBIR. See the story.
Liberians want changes in separation plan
Liberian United Methodists say they won’t support a proposed separation plan for the denomination without major amendments, and they call on other African members to join in pushing for those changes at the 2020 General Conference in May. From UM News. Read the story.
Liberian United Methodists say they won’t support a proposed separation plan for the denomination without major amendments, and they call on other African members to join in pushing for those changes at the 2020 General Conference in May. From UM News. Read the story.
Church giving overcomes worst fears
The good news about United Methodist giving in 2019 is that the news was not all bad. The General Council on Finance and Administration received nearly 85% of requested giving -- below recent years but exceeding dire projections. From UM News. Read the story.
The good news about United Methodist giving in 2019 is that the news was not all bad. The General Council on Finance and Administration received nearly 85% of requested giving -- below recent years but exceeding dire projections. From UM News. Read the story.
Prague pastor goes 'where God sends me'
As leader of the only Russian-speaking United Methodist congregation in the Czech Republic, Pastor Lev Shults knows about the need for reconciled cooperation across borders. Shults is a familiar face to Holstonians serving the English-Speaking UMC in Prague. From UM News. Read the story.
As leader of the only Russian-speaking United Methodist congregation in the Czech Republic, Pastor Lev Shults knows about the need for reconciled cooperation across borders. Shults is a familiar face to Holstonians serving the English-Speaking UMC in Prague. From UM News. Read the story.
Need ideas for Lent?
Ash Wednesday falls on Feb. 26, beginning the Lenten season. Resource UMC offers devotionals, activities for families, inspiring stories and information during this time of repentance, fasting and preparation for the coming of Easter. Visit the resource page.
Ash Wednesday falls on Feb. 26, beginning the Lenten season. Resource UMC offers devotionals, activities for families, inspiring stories and information during this time of repentance, fasting and preparation for the coming of Easter. Visit the resource page.
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Rev. Larry Best, age 81, Feb. 10, Knoxville, Tenn.
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Missions Celebration: March 6-8
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Cassidy UMC/ Kingsport
LITE - Youth Night of Worship: March 14
Holston Foundation
Ministry & program grants: Applications due March 15
Camp Dickenson/ Fries
'Bless This Mess' for Young Adults: March 20-22
Bookwalter UMC/ Knoxville
Take a Stand to Prevent Teen Suicide: March 28
Church Street UMC/ Knoxville
Conversations on Race: Color of Law on March 29
Holston Connectional Ministries
Jubilation's 20th anniversary: April 20-22
Scholarship application deadline: March 1
First Broad Street UMC/ Kingsport
Missions Celebration: March 6-8
Hixson UMC/ Chattanooga
Unlocking potential for recovery ministry: March 11
Cassidy UMC/ Kingsport
LITE - Youth Night of Worship: March 14
Holston Foundation
Ministry & program grants: Applications due March 15
Camp Dickenson/ Fries
'Bless This Mess' for Young Adults: March 20-22
Bookwalter UMC/ Knoxville
Take a Stand to Prevent Teen Suicide: March 28
Church Street UMC/ Knoxville
Conversations on Race: Color of Law on March 29
Holston Connectional Ministries
Jubilation's 20th anniversary: April 20-22
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