By helping each other, these churches on the Maine coast demonstrate the power of the United Methodist connection.

AUGUST 2018 Camping and Retreat News A westerly breeze blowing at Covenant Hills Judy Murphy shares this news from Covenant Hills in Cabot, VT: In mid-July, the camp was the site of an exciting adventure for ...

In June 2018, UMCOR announced changes to the contents required for its kits. See the new guidelines.

Tri-State District announces committees and officers for 2018-2019

Camp Mechuwana celebrated 70 years on July 14, 2018 - take a look ...

St Paul's UMC in St Albans, Vermont, held a Hulapalooza to promote the UMC global initiative of Abundant Health.

The Rev. Juarez Goncalves has been named Latino Ministry Coordinator for the Conference.

Phyllis Riviere is the new administrative assistant for the New Hampshire District. She begins July 23, 2018.

  JULY 2018 Camping and Retreat news In the first newsletter of each month, the UMCatalyst puts the spotlight on news and information about our Camp and Retreat Centers. Summer camp registration is open, and there ...

'Tending the Fire' training for clergy begins new sessions this fall.

Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar and the Cabinet announce the 2018 appointments

Peter Hey, who serves the Wesley UMC in Concord, NH, is the 2018 Wilbur C. Ziegler Award honoree.

Guest preacher Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill led Saturday's Bible study on John 17:3

Here's what happened on Saturday, June 16, at the 2018 Annual Conference session.

Clarice Gothberg and George Button were honored with Lifetime of Discipleship Awards from the Preachers' Aid Society.

Bishop Devadhar challenged the 14 new clergy to "drop their nets" and be risk takers.

Here's what happened on Friday, June 15, at the 2018 Annual Conference session.

Rene Perez, Dean of the Cabinet, gave the State of the Cabinet report on behalf of the superintendents.

When she gave her annual report on June 15, Conference statistician Joy Mueller included a quiz. How did you do?

The awards are given to churches that are focused on the process of making disciples of Jesus Christ.

The first worship service of the 2018 Annual Conference was the Memorial Service honoring clergy and spouses.

Laity Session celebrates the diverse ministry of the laity in New England.

Here's what happened on Thursday, June 14, at the 2018 Annual Conference session.

The worship design team for the 2018 Annual Conference talks about the Tiny Altars and their concept for worship design.

Bishop Devadhar told the Annual Conference, "Tonight, I want to address the 'elephant in the room ...'"

This presentation was given by Bishop Devadhar to the Baltimore Washington Conference about the Way Forward.

CFA Chair Ralph Howe and Treasurer Bill Burnside presented the 2019 budget proposal. The vote is expected Saturday.

The unofficial kickoff to Annual Conference honors retirees, ordinands, and the Taylor Fellowship winners.

  JUNE 2018 Camping and Retreat news On the first Wednesday of each month, the UMCatalyst puts the spotlight on news and information about our Camp and Retreat Centers. Summer camp registration is open, and there ...

The New England Conference offices are now in our new location: 411 Merrimack St., Methuen, MA

We want to hear your stories - so we can celebrate innovative and effective ministries and share your ideas.

Three new clergy members joined the Connectional Table, which met May 16. Dates were also set for the Fall Retreat.

Pastors changing appointment and churches welcoming new pastors this year are expected to attend a workshop.

The NEAC Extended Cabinet stands with the Council of Bishops in its statement on the constitutional amendments.

The "Gateways to God" certificate program in spiritual direction will begin anew in February 2019.

May 5, 2018 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: Greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As you may know, the Council of Bishops (COB) met this past week, and after much prayerful discernment, we ...

Pilgrims visit the Church of Saint John the Baptist, Emmaus and the Tomb of Samuel.

  MAY 2018 Camping and Retreat news On the first Wednesday of each month, the UMCatalyst puts the spotlight on news and information about our Camp and Retreat Centers. Summer camp registration is open, and there are...

As an office condominium, H H Properties of Lawrence will occupy the first floor at the new NE Conference Center.

Carter Memorial UMC used its building to help Boston Marathon runners - and show what it means to be the church.

Pilgrims had a chance to meet with Adam Hamilton, who spoke with them about the importance of a good sermon.

Belmont-Watertown UMC's Playgroups with a Purpose is one of two ministries nationwide to get this grant.

See photos from Jerusalem and hear the pilgrims sing in the Church of St. Anne - known for its acoustics.

This photo album from the 2018 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land includes sites around the Sea of Galilee.

NH District Congregational Spiritual Impact Team invites you to focus on "Passionate Spirituality" May 19, 2018.

A number of couples making the 2018 pilgrimage to the Holy Land renewed their marriage vows at Cana.

  APRIL 2018 Camping and Retreat news On the first Wednesday of each month, the UMCatalyst puts the spotlight on news and information about our Camp and Retreat Centers. Summer camp registration is open, and there ...

Pilgrims worshipped and had time for private prayer and reflection at the Garden of Gethsemane.

Read Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar's message for Easter.

Photo Albums of the pictures submitted by local churches for use in the VT District 2018 Lenten Devotions.