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Churches collect 'cleaning buckets'
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To replenish UMCOR supplies and prepare for future disasters, Holston churches are joining to collect sponges, detergent, scrub brushes, work gloves, insect repellent, and other clean-up supplies by April 30. Some districts have already announced drop-off locations.
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Holy Week havoc | |
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How to be sweet to your preacher
We asked our clergy readers on Facebook, "What can church members do to help you during your busiest week of the year (and next week, too)?"
Read the answers ...
Please note: The Call will not collect and compile Easter worship attendance totals as in years past. |
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Bright Spots |
District Roundup:
Johnson City, Kingsport, Maryville According to "Call to Action" research, a Vital Congregation has 16 drivers. In this edition, a Johnson City church exemplifies a vital church with youth programs. Three Kingsport District churches are examples of churches that give to mission. And a Maryville church exemplies churches that engage in mission. |
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Proud sign | |
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United Methodist Communications finances new billboard in Ooltewah
OK. Just this once, you can take your eyes off the road to read this nifty interstate billboard.
Find out more ...
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Evangelizing in Prague | |
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Former Holston pastor starts church in Czech Republic
While the church has attracted some English-speaking internationals, the church led by the Rev. Michelle McKinnon-Young is attracting just as many native Czechs, especially young people.
Read the GBGM story ...
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Other news, info |
United Methodist News Service
United Methodist News Service
United Methodist News Service
United Methodist Reporter
Faith in Action (General Board of Church and Society)
Association of Religion Data Archives
OnBeing.org
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