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A future with hope
Bishop forms ‘Jeremiah Teams’ to transform conference structure, operation, alignment. By Dan O’Mara.
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Bethel Park clings to hope after fire damages church
In the aftermath of a devastating fire, Bethel Park UMC, Denmark, SC, is clinging to hope and faith, certain God will use for good what someone meant for evil. By Jessica Brodie.
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Memory Connection offers new space for joy in dementia
One United Methodist church—Woodland UMC, Rock Hill—has started a new dementia care ministry, and it’s bringing joy to volunteers and participants alike. By Jessica Brodie.
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Year-end apportionment payments continue as 2024 edges to close
As of Nov. 20, the total apportionment percentage collected is 75.64 percent of the total, or nearly $10.6 million of the 2024 budgeted goal of $14 million. By Jessica Brodie.
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Separation process ends
Court rules no more UMCSC church separations via Para. 2549. By Jessica Brodie.
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$1.1 million grant to help local churches become more fruitful in their ministry with children
For years, churches have sought ways to be more fruitful in ministry with children. Soon, United Methodist churches in South Carolina will have new tools to support this effort thanks to a $1.1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment. By Dan O’Mara.
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Advocate Press publishes three more books, with two more coming soon
Three more UMCSC books are now available from the Advocate Press: God’s Disaster Warriors, Loving Hands: A 40-Day Devotional for Caregivers, and From the Vault: Stories You Probably Never Knew About South Carolina Methodism.
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Stephen’s House
Aldersgate opens sixth house for special needs adults named in honor of UMCSC pastor. By Jessica Brodie.
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Justice for all
United Women in Faith gather in Rock Hill for 52nd annual meeting. By Allison Trussell.
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Trinity UMC hosts Midlands-area Tri-District Connectional Gathering
On Saturday, Nov. 2, United Methodists gathered at Trinity United Methodist Church, Blythewood, to worship God, meet their new bishop and make a renewed commitment to “Hope, Healing and Health.” By the Rev. Darlene L. Kelley.
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Jurisdiction’s BMCR holds 55th annual meeting in S.C.
The Southeastern Jurisdiction Black Methodists for Church Renewal marked a significant milestone with its 55th annual meeting, held Oct. 23-26 at Journey United Methodist Church. By Dr. Reginald Lee.
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Know Christ, Make Christ Known
Bishop Fairley leads Fall Clergy Orders gathering. By Dan O’Mara.