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United Methodist News' roots reach back to 1940, when the Commission on Public Information was created at the same General Conference that united the Methodist Protestant Church, the Methodist Episcopal Church and the Methodist Episcopal Church, South. Even before that point, however, press offices with the predecessor denominations had been reporting on the life of the church. The 1968 merger of

the Methodist Church with the Evangelical United Brethren Church created today’s United Methodist Church. Four years later, Methodist Information was merged with TRAFCO (Television, Radio and Film Commission) and the Program and Benevolence Interpretation ministry, forming United Methodist Communications. The newly named United Methodist News Service became a unit of the agency. United Methodist News has been the authoritative source of information about the work of the church, reporting on church growth, outreach ministries and social issues. It has covered the church’s response to such major events as desegregation in the 1960s, the 9/11 terrorist attacks in America, the 2004 South Asia tsunami, and the outbreak of Ebola in West Africa in 2014.

What happens in Vegas might usually stay in Vegas, but not this time. The Viva La Church gathering, held Oct. 21-23, at ...
10/28/2025

What happens in Vegas might usually stay in Vegas, but not this time. The Viva La Church gathering, held Oct. 21-23, at Green Valley United Methodist Church, brought together innovators, dreamers and builders from across the U.S. to help foster a church movement of imagination and joy.

What happens in Vegas might usually stay in Vegas, but not this time. The Viva La Church gathering, held October 21-23, 2025, at Green Valley UMC, brought

United Methodists are planting native trees in a flood-prone area on the island of Palawan in the Philippines. The refor...
10/27/2025

United Methodists are planting native trees in a flood-prone area on the island of Palawan in the Philippines. The reforestation project is a joint venture between the UMCOR - United Methodist Committee On Relief and the Manila Episcopal Area.

United Methodists are planting native trees in a flood-prone area on the island of Palawan. The reforestation project is a joint venture between the United Methodist Committee on Relief and the Manila Episcopal Area.

Detroit United Methodists spent a recent Sunday in the field instead of the sanctuary, replacing their typical worship s...
10/27/2025

Detroit United Methodists spent a recent Sunday in the field instead of the sanctuary, replacing their typical worship service with a day of mission engagement. The Church Has Left the Building service projects included washing cars, visiting cats at an animal shelter and cleaning up school grounds.

A dozen churches in the Greater Detroit District replaced their typical Sunday worship with community mission engagement for a district event called The Church Has Left the Building.

We in the   wish you a blessed Sunday when Psalm 65, part of today's readings, reminds us: "O you who answer prayer! To ...
10/26/2025

We in the wish you a blessed Sunday when Psalm 65, part of today's readings, reminds us: "O you who answer prayer! To you all flesh shall come. When deeds of iniquity overwhelm us, you forgive our transgressions."

Each Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Nick Bufano relocates his “office” to The Works Café — a local coffee shop that has be...
10/26/2025

Each Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Nick Bufano relocates his “office” to The Works Café — a local coffee shop that has become more than just a place for lattes and lunch. The pastor of Newtonville in New York writes about how the café ministry has fostered meaningful conversations and unexpected connections.

news article Beyond the Pews: Weekly café ministry builds community and connection in Latham October 13, 2025 / By Rev. Dr. Nick Bufano/UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Each Thursday afternoon in Latham, a quiet but impactful ministry unfolds just a few ...

Trunk-or-treat has become one of the most popular community events of the fall season for many United Methodist churches...
10/25/2025

Trunk-or-treat has become one of the most popular community events of the fall season for many United Methodist churches. With a little planning, churches can both protect families and celebrate the joy of community.

Trunk-or-Treat has become one of the most popular community events of the fall season for many United Methodist churches. Families come for the candy and decoration but they often leave with warm memories of a welcoming congregation. With so many smiling faces and creative displays, these events off...

In a pastoral letter, the Council of Bishops - The United Methodist Church laments how the ongoing U.S. government shutd...
10/24/2025

In a pastoral letter, the Council of Bishops - The United Methodist Church laments how the ongoing U.S. government shutdown is causing harm to countless families, workers and communities. “This moment calls for our collective compassion, advocacy, and prayerful action,” says Council of Bishops President Tracy S. Malone in a letter on behalf of the bishops. The letter calls on members of the U.S. Congress and all elected leaders to set aside partisanship and work for the common good.

As a people called United Methodists, who proclaim God’s justice, peace, and care for all people, we lament the ongoing government shutdown in the United States and the harm it is causing to countless families, workers, and communities. Many individuals are without income, vital social services ar...

During a  -supported WASH Academy, church and community leaders learn practical solutions for improving access to clean ...
10/24/2025

During a -supported WASH Academy, church and community leaders learn practical solutions for improving access to clean water across Southeast Asia.

During a United Methodist-supported WASH Academy, church and community leaders learn practical solutions for improving access to clean water. The Rev. Thomas E. Kim reports from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for UM News/

What college team won the Oatmeal Bowl this year at   Christ Church? The rivalry between football fans in the Chattanoog...
10/24/2025

What college team won the Oatmeal Bowl this year at Christ Church? The rivalry between football fans in the Chattanooga congregation fired up members to collect a mountain of instant oatmeal packets to feed hungry schoolchildren.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – What college team won the Oatmeal Bowl this year at Christ United Methodist Church? The rivalry between football fans in the ...

The Facing the Future conference offered space for United Methodist clergy to share challenges, recenter and envision mi...
10/23/2025

The Facing the Future conference offered space for United Methodist clergy to share challenges, recenter and envision ministry ahead.

The Facing the Future conference offered space for United Methodist clergy to share challenges, recenter and envision ministry ahead. Jim Patterson reports from Los Angeles for UM News.

Investigators suspect the Oct. 20 fire that gutted the 129-year-old building of Leeton United Methodist Church  in Misso...
10/23/2025

Investigators suspect the Oct. 20 fire that gutted the 129-year-old building of Leeton United Methodist Church in Missouri Annual Conference was intentionally set. Despite that trauma, the Rev. Ellen Lake is confident the congregation will move forward.

Investigators believe the Leeton United Methodist Church was intentionally set on fire Monday night.

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Crosses stand in front of a stained glass window at Sistersville (W.Va.) First United Methodist Church. File photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS