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Church praise band releases studio album as gift to Advent, community
Advent UMC's praise band has released an album that is not only helping the congregation reach out to the community but is also creating a greater sense of community in-house. By Jessica Brodie.
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New church start hopes to build community in growing coastal area
Thanks to Rev. Tyler Strange and a core group of people on the launch team, Carolina Forest is getting a new United Methodist church start. By Jessica Brodie.
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First same-sex wedding held in a South Carolina UMC
South Carolina pastors officiated the first same-sex wedding in a United Methodist church this spring. And for new spouses Shannon Creighton and Ben Chumley, they’re now feeling both loved by their church family and “complete.” By Jessica Brodie.
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Building up the house
It’s not just about going to church and being a part of a church. It’s about the work we do once we are in the house. By Jessica Brodie.
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‘This I believe’
This I believe: Love will always win, and hope is stronger than despair. By Bishop Leonard E. Fairley.
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No more playing it safe
To serve God’s kingdom best, we need to step out in faith, trusting God will provide. A column by Jessica Brodie.
The Advocate Press Resources & Books
Can Lizzy Help?
In this children's book by Kathy Hart, Lizzy isn't old enough to go with her big brother Billy and the rest of the church youth to Salkehatchie Summer Service, and she's mad.
Stories from My Journey
In this third book of reflections, Rev. Arthur Holt shares about how the stories of his journey shaped his life and faith.
Having Coffee with God
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down for a cup of coffee with God? Mark Barnette does just that in this book of "God conversations" from the Advocate Press.