Current News Releases and Articles

March 28, 2017

Cross-cultural/cross-racial appointments: Profiles

We talked with four pastors serving in cross-cultural/cross-racial appointments about their experiences

March 28, 2017

Join mission trip to Guatemala

Join a nine-day mission trip to Guatemala in October 2017.

March 28, 2017

New pastor? New church? Attend a transition workshop in your district

Workshops designed to help pastors changing appointments and congregations getting new pastors.

March 28, 2017

Planning to retire in 2017? Webcasts offer info

Westpath is hosting a series of free webcasts to offer info and resources to those planning their retirement.

March 27, 2017

Cross-cultural/cross-racial appointments: Part two

Four pastors share their joys and challenges. This week, meet Jinwoo Chun, serving Belfast (ME) UMC.

March 26, 2017

Districts to host Pre-Conference Briefings

Districts to host Pre-Conference Briefing sessions for members to review proposed legislation for AC 2017.

March 21, 2017

Cross-cultural/cross-racial appointments: Profiles of four New England pastors

Four pastors share their joys and challenges. This week, meet Crystal Gardner, serving Whitman (MA) UMC.

March 21, 2017

Five constitutional amendments head to vote

Annual Conference voters will consider five amendments to the United Methodist constitution.

March 20, 2017

Apply now for Conference undergraduate scholarships

NEUMC is now taking scholarship applications. Deadline is May 31, 2017.

March 09, 2017

Volunteer greeters needed for Annual Conference

We are looking for volunteer greeters to welcome folks and help them find their way around at AC 2017.

March 06, 2017

Enter the 2017 Laity Address Challenge

All Conference laity are invited to enter the challenge to be chosen to deliver the Laity Address at AC 2017. Deadline is May 15.

February 27, 2017

Pastors learn about domestic abuse at Pre-Lenten Gatherings

Guest speaker was Anne Marie Hunter founder of Safe Havens, an interfaith agency fighting domestic violence.

February 16, 2017

Mark Miller and band to lead music at AC 17

Mark Miller and his band will again be music leader at Annual Conference.

February 15, 2017

Register now for 2017 summer camp

Can't wait for summer? Neither can we! We are excited about the unique programs at Conference camps this summer.

February 14, 2017

Members again invited to pack health kits at AC

Annual Conference will feature a hands-on mission opportunity to assemble UMCOR health kits.

February 08, 2017

2016 Mission Shares: 342 churches paid 100 percent or more

Conference Treasurer reports on 2016 Mission Shares; Conference's General Church apportionment

February 07, 2017

Black History Month: Interview with William McClain

Rev. Dr. William McClain shares his experiences in the segregated South and Civil Rights Movement.

February 06, 2017

A Different Kind of Wall at Fisk Memorial UMC

At the annual Natick Days, Fisk Memorial created a prayer wall to take the church's spirit beyond its walls.

February 06, 2017

Pastor compiling history of Nicaragua Covenant

Rev. Marion C. Grant, retired, is compiling a history of the Nicaragua Covenant, and is seeking reflections.

February 06, 2017

Sensor program makes worship facilities ‘smarter’

Learn how Church Mutual’s exclusive temperature and water sensor program can help cut damage risk.

January 31, 2017

President’s order on immigration sparks response

President Trump’s executive order on immigration has prompted response from The UMC and other faith leaders, advocacy groups.

January 30, 2017

Connectional Table supports consideration of youth/young adult ministries staffer

The Connectional Table held its first meeting of 2017 on Jan. 19.

January 30, 2017

Copley Square immigration march: 'Our opinions matter'

Evan Robinson-Johnson takes us via video to a Jan. 29 protest against Trump's immigration order.

January 30, 2017

Three awarded scholarships to Taize

Three scholarship awardees agree to start new Taize worship services here in New England.

January 23, 2017

Apply for display space at 2017 Annual Conference

Interested groups are invited to apply for display space at AC 2017; deadline is April 5.

January 22, 2017

Take a survey on dorm-room option for Annual Conference 2017

Interested in an affordable dorm room option for Annual Conference 2017? Let us know by Feb. 10.

January 21, 2017

Chang named Metro Boston Hope DS

The Rev. We Hyun Chang has been appointed Metro Boston Hope DS effective July 1, 2017.

January 21, 2017

Kang named New Hampshire DS

The Rev. Taesung Kang named New Hampshire District Superintendent. Appointment begins July 1, 2017.

January 17, 2017

Join trip to UMW’s Church Center for the UN

UMW educational seminar “Economic Justice: Ministry with the Poor” is April 25-27 in New York City.

January 09, 2017

Doing a church renovation project? VIM may be able to help

These skilled and experienced volunteers do more than just disaster work.

January 09, 2017

Finding ways to fulfill our vow to stand with Native Nations

Conference CONAM chair shares on we can act on the promises we made at the Act of Repentance in 2015.

January 06, 2017

Join or host an Inauguration Day house party

United Methodists encouraged to host or join house/church parties on Jan. 20 to “Reclaim the Common Good.”

January 05, 2017

Opportunities to speak out for immigration justice

National Justice for Our Neighbors shares opportunities to take action on immigration issues.

January 03, 2017

Camp Aldersgate receives Community Partnership Award

Camp Aldersgate honored for work with Adopt Rhode Island, state youth services, and foster programs.

January 02, 2017

2017 Annual Conference guest preacher, Bible Study leader named

Guest preacher is Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi and Bible Study leader is Javier Viera, Dean of Drew Theological School.

December 11, 2016

Where are your church's youth? Maybe Camp Mechuwana

Norman Thombs, Camp Mechuwana director, writes about the annual December Rally, which took place Dec. 2-4.

December 07, 2016

2016 Bishop's Day in the NHD

Bishop Devadhar spent the morning of Dec. 3, 2016 at the Bow Mills UMC visiting the NH District.

December 05, 2016

2017 U.M. ARMY mission weeks announced

Looking for a local Methodist mission opportunity for your youth group? Check out U.M. ARMY

November 28, 2016

Rolling Ridge executive director named

The Rev. Dr. Lawrence Jay will be the Conference and Retreat Center's new executive director.

November 22, 2016

Join April 2017 trip to Wesley's England

Folks are invited to join Harvard-Epworth UMC on an April 2017 trip to John Wesley's England.

November 17, 2016

Jack: One of the stories of Taize

Rev. Rick McKinley shares one story of Taize's power to transform lives and faith.

November 14, 2016

$1-million gift establishes Chet Dyment Fund

The trust will support church building and congregational development in select areas of Maine.

November 07, 2016

JFON event highlights the struggles of immigrants

Immigrants and organizers spoke at the second annual Justice For Our Neighbors (JFON) dinner and auction Nov. 5.

November 01, 2016

Executive director marks 10 years at Camp Aldersgate

We asked Jenn Becker Carpenter about the changes and growth she's seen in camp and retreat ministries.

October 25, 2016

Join Nicaragua mission trip in February 2017

Twelve youth and adult volunteers needed for a “shovel-ready” clean water/sanitation project in Nicaragua.

October 24, 2016

Fighting racism a priority for Connectional Table

Connectional Table discusses how to live out the 2016 NEJ Conference's Call to Action on fighting racism.

October 18, 2016

Mid-Maine District welcomes new DS

The installation service for Mid-Maine DS Karen Munson was Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016.

October 18, 2016

Northern Maine District welcomes new DS

Northern Maine clergy and laity gathered at Old Town UMC to welcome DS Jackie Brannen.

October 17, 2016

Pastor shares thoughts on new Wesleyan Covenant Association

The Rev. Dr. Thomas W. Bentum was among the NEUMC folks who attended the WCA formation event in Chicago.

October 07, 2016

See photos from Bishop Devadhar's District Day visits

Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar made his annual visits to each district - see photos.
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