United Women in Faith kicked off plans for Assembly 2026 in Indianapolis and heard the call to act now for racial justice.
Women’s group plans assembly, calls for justice
Africa Central Conference Balloting 2025
Voting will begin soon for four episcopal elections in the Africa Central Conference. UM News is tracking the balloting as it happens and will have coverage as the bishops are elected.
St. Luke pastor called to build bridges
The Rev. Richie Butler began his community outreach and race relations work at St. Luke’s mother church, historic St. Paul United Methodist in Dallas.
Special series: Legacy Black churches
UM News special report spotlights Black churches with rich histories and vibrant ministries.
Spirit of service helps Black churches thrive
Two Texas churches celebrate their venerable histories, while continuing to serve their communities through creative ministries and outreach.
Family donates funds to build South Congo church
The new United Methodist sanctuary with room for 800 worshippers is helping grow membership and ministries in the South Congo Conference.
Korean-led campaign raises funds for wildfire relief
A campaign that transcended ethnic and regional boundaries raised more than $27,000 for recovery efforts and aid in California.
Violence, vandalism strike church in Congo
Fighting in eastern Congo has affected United Methodist families and ministries, including an attack at United Methodist Irambo Health Center in Bukavu.
Congo Central Conference gets new dates
As war intensified in eastern Congo, United Methodist leaders faced a difficult decision: How to conduct church business while keeping everyone safe.
Church gears up for new bishops, new map
Four United Methodist central conferences are scheduled in the coming months. By the time they conclude, United Methodists expect to have eight additional new bishops and one more central conference.