News & Resources
OF THE
North District
From Rev. Dan Morley
North District Superintendent
Click to read this month’s blog.
From the Lay Leader
Click Here To Access Phyllis Murray’s Blog
Events
Click here to find all the North District events.
Contact Us
Contact the North District office via email at gwatson@dscumc.org or call (702) 369-7055.
District Website
Click here to access the District website and latest news.
East District
From Rev. Susan Brims
East District Superintendent
Click to read this month’s blog.
From the Lay Leader
Click Here to Read Ginny Hildebrand’s Blog
Events
Click here to find all the East District events.
Contact Us
Contact the East District office via email at cwhitmire@dscumc.org or call (602) 798-8236.
District Website
Click here to access the District website and latest news.
West District
From Rev. Nancy Cushman
West District Superintendent
Click to read this month’s blog.
From the Lay Leader
Sandrea Kerr is the Associate Lay Leader for the West District. Click here to read her blog.
Events
Click here to find all the West District Events.
Contact Us
Contact the West District office via email at cwhitmire@dscumc.org or call (602) 798-8236.
District Website
Click here to access the District website and latest news.
South District
From Rev. Mark Conrad
South District Superintendent
Click to read this month’s blog.
From the Lay Leader
Click Here to Read Maritza Velazquez’s Blog
Events
Click here to find all the South District events.
Contact Us
Contact the South District office via email at cholly@dscumc.org or call (520) 325-2775.
District Website
Click here to access the District website and latest news.
Latest News by Topic
Appointments
Events
Annual Conference Special Session
Prayers
Collaboration
UMM
Committees
UMW
Classifieds
Vision
Creating Disciples: stories
Yuma Assembles over 600 Hygiene Kits
Recruiting 49 volunteers representing 14 church and community organizations, First UMC, Yuma assembled over 600 hygiene kits and donated $1000 to UMCOR for survivors of natural disasters. Besides the onsite volunteers, there were many others who organized and...
The Gathering Registration Open NOW
The Gathering is the annual gathering of appointed and retired pastors in the Desert Southwest Conference. It is for ALL appointed pastors: elders, deacons, provisional elders and deacons, local pastors, laypersons assigned, retired pastors, and everyone who doesn't...
Youth Winter Camp at Trinity Heights UMC
2020 Vision Youth Winter Camp will be hosted by Trinity Heights UMC in Flagstaff. The camp is open to youth in grades 6-12. Here's what you can expect from Winter Camp 2020 at Trinity Heights UMC: *Tim Price, of Harvest Ministry Teams will be our special guest. *A...
When do you pray?
Early in my adult prayer life, I learned that I had to start my day in prayer with the Lord, that I had to put God first in my day. So I tried. I would get up and reach for my bible only to find that after reading for a few minutes that I would fall back asleep and be...
Winter Camps at Potosi Pines
Come enjoy the winter fun of Potosi Pines Camp! The camp will host Elementary and Youth Winter Camps on January 18-20, 2020. Winter at Potosi is magical, so bring your love of hot chocolate and your warmest blanket, and join the fun. [button...
Candler Expands Financial Aid to Offer ‘Unprecedented’ Scholarship Support
All certified candidates for ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church who apply by January 15, 2020, and are admitted to Candler’s MDiv program will receive a scholarship covering full tuition for all three years of the program. Find out more…
Engaging Our Vision
Moving forward with grace not persecution
As new 2020 restrictions loom, Western Jurisdiction Bishops Pledge Safe Harbor for LGBTQ+ United Methodist clergy and intend to set aside complaints against clergy accused of being gay or performing LGBTQ+ weddings. Sign on to join them in support. #UMC4All
October Apportionments Again Decline
The current financial decline, as far as we have been able to determine, is based on the financial challenges faced by many of our churches due to the long, gradual decline that the UMC has been experiencing for many years. It has not yet been significantly affected by the turmoil in the denomination based on the human sexuality issue. The impact of that issue on our denomination could certainly accelerate future financial challenges…
Western Jurisdiction to host ‘Fresh United Methodism Summit’ in November
The Western Jurisdiction is known across The United Methodist Church for its diversity and justice-seeking spirit. With this event, we hope to live into that reputation more fully by bringing together institutional leaders and some of the emerging voices that we need to hear today.
JFON: 20 years of service to immigrants
Justice for Our Neighbors, which provides legal aid to low-income immigrants and educates communities about the U.S. immigration system, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Warren Gill sat down with Rob Rutland-Brown, national executive director of JFON, for a question-and-answer session.
Safe Gatherings
Life-changing children and youth ministry begins by equipping those who serve for success by ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Find the updated Safe Sanctuary policy and take advantage of Safe Gatherings in your ministry settings today!
Does your church need help with marketing and promotional services?
Every local church is vital to our global mission. UMCOM wants to support your ministry via communication, outreach and marketing services. Find out more.
UMC News
Bishop Cynthia Harvey elected president of United Methodist Council of Bishops
LAKE JUNALUSKA, N.C. - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey, the area bishop of Louisiana Conference, was today elected president of the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church during the bishops’ meeting at Lake Junaluska Assembly. Also elected were:...
Church exit plan already in effect, court says
Legislation setting special provisions for United Methodist churches deciding to leave the denomination took effect immediately at the end of the special General Conference last February, the church’s top court has ruled.
Council of Bishops announces winners of Local Initiatives Grants
Council of Bishops announce the Local Initiatives Grants winners. Find out more.
Ministry Areas
ADMINISTRATION
CONNECTIONAL
DISCIPLESHIP
- Board of Ordained Ministry
- Camps & Retreats
- Grants
- Hispanic Ministries
- Lay Servant Ministries
- Native-American Ministries
- New & Vital Faith
- Vision Resources
JUSTICE
OUTREACH
- DisAbility Awareness
- Health & Caring
- HIV Caring Ministries
- Welcome & Reconciling Ministries
- Prison Reform
- Refugee & Asylum
