News and Views

“Coming Home” captured the theme of this year’s annual Advent candlelight service held on Dec. 10 at the historic Strawbridge Shrine near New Windsor.

The 20-year streak is a testament to the strength of the BWC and its commitment to be in mission and ministry with others around the world.

The Commission on a Way Forward created a handbook for the Council of Bishops about their work so far, and invite you to join them in study, reflection and prayer.

Creating a culture of discipleship is paramount for churches today, according to the Rev. Rodney Smothers, Director of Leadership and Congregational Development for the BWC. But how do you do that?

In Bishop LaTrelle Easterling's Christmas message, she doesn't wish you a Merry Christmas. "Rather, I wish you a Christmas full of wrestling... pondering... weeping..." and more.

Thurmont UMC dresses Christmas in mission

Posted by Melissa Lauber on Dec 07, 2017

Thurmont UMC, whose congregation gives 10 percent of everything that comes into the offering plates, observes Christmas with a give-away of toys and clothing for the community.

A recent meeting of Justice for Our Neighbors -- JFON -- shed light on the plight of immigrants today.

The Christmas season can indeed be stressful, especially for clergy. The Rev. Sarah Schlieckert offers some tips on how to stay healthy and whole during the holidays.

Global Migration Sunday is Dec. 3. High School senior Tacy Surrett from Asbury UMC in Arnold, turned her experiences with refugees into poetry.

This advent, beginning on Dec. 3, Global Migration Sunday, join with Christians around the world in a clarion call for just peace. The United Methodist Church offers a witness for those working for peace on the Korean Peninsula.