News and Views

IGNITE sparks new spirit among youth
Posted by on

By Melissa Lauber The North Point Worship band was winding up the musical portion of the worship service at IGNITE when Enam, a youth from Colesville UMC, quietly approached the area in front of the stage and fell to his knees, raised his arms, threw back his head, and prayed. It was a prayer of...

UMs gather for Advocacy Days in Annapolis
Posted by on

 By Neal Christie The Baltimore-Washington Conference held the first of three advocacy days on Feb. 25 in Annapolis, the state capitol of Maryland.  Key bills were advanced that align our faith with our experiences as United Methodists living across the many diverse counties in...

A Lenten Prayer
4
Posted by on

By the Rev. Tony Love I Need You Now, Lord  As I begin this sacred journey,A traveler owning my sin, faults, and failure, Moving outward to embrace Your gifts of love, grace, and redemption,  I need You.  I need YouTo call me out, firmly in truth.To cause me to face my stuff...

Upholding the Values of DEI
1
Posted by on

From the Rev. Stacey Cole-WilsonExecutive Minister of Beloved Community The Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church has long been committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. These core principles are not only grounded in our lived experience as...

Governor calls on UMs to 'lead with love'
Posted by on

By Melissa Lauber In the narthex of Silver Spring UMC, a young man planted himself directly in the path of Maryland Governor Wes Moore, who was visiting the church that morning. The governor smiled and asked the young man his name. It was Bobby – Bobby Ryan-Silva. Moore leaned in close to...

Raising funds for historic Harry Hosier plaque
Posted by on

If you’ve ever taken a tour of the Mother Church of Methodism, Lovely Lane UMC, in Baltimore, then you know that one of the highlights is the collection of memorial bronze plaques that adorn the walls of the lofty domed sanctuary. These plaques honor many of the pioneers of the...

Town Hall offers info on restructuring
Posted by on

For more information: Implementing Vital Change: Collaborative Hubs and Connecting Churches document Creating Vital Change webpage FAQ from the Feb. 11 Town Hall Resources for Vital Change: Wave 1 Video of Town Hall presentation The 564 churches of the Baltimore-Washington Conference...

Constitutional amendments to be considered
Posted by on

This year, members of United Methodist annual conferences will vote on four amendments to the denomination’s constitution. The amendments deal with regionalization, inclusion in church membership, racism, and clergy-delegate elections. To be ratified, these amendments need the...