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Conference readies for Annual Conference
On the heels of a historic and groundbreaking General Conference, South Carolina United Methodists are gearing up now for this year’s Annual Conference, set for June 9-12. By Jessica Brodie.
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UMC ends ban on gay clergy and gay weddings, eliminates ‘incompatible’ language
However, protection added for those who do not wish to perform same-sex weddings. By Jessica Brodie.
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UMC passes regionalization petitions to restructure church
One of the biggest decisions at this year’s General Conference will have worldwide impact—if two-thirds of annual conferences agree. By Jessica Brodie.
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Forward together in mission and ministry
Are you ready to live in the light of God’s victory already won in Christ? By Bishop L. Jonathan Holston.
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Staying UMC
Has your church decided to stay UMC? An editorial inviting you to let the Advocate know. By Jessica Brodie.
The Advocate Press Resources & Books
Eyes for Haiti
The story of the Eye Clinic at the Methodist Project at Gebeau in Jérémie, Haiti, as told by ophthalmologist Dr. Hal H. Crosswell Jr.
What I Want My Kids (and Me) to Know
A lunchbox napkin project with the Rev. Tyler Strange's daughter has been turned into a book of 45 “napkin thoughts” to help everyone discover new ways to become better humans.
Laughing All the Way to Heaven
The Rev. Dr. Kim Strong offers humorous stories from his pastor’s life, from his first years finding his footing in a small rural church to his retirement years, often spent on his Harley-Davidson.