Resourcing local pastors and churches in the Beacon District to help make disciples of all nations for the transformation of the world.
Celebrating 8 Years of Relationships These 8 years have gone BY so fast. Linda and I began a journey of ministry with you in July of 2013 saying BYE to a new church plant of 13 years to begin this new life of regional ministry. BY the time we had only begun, we discovered we… Continue Reading→
The Journey on the Way to Becoming Christ’s Disciple Discipleship begins with a High Invitation and effected in growth by a High Challenge. The Challenge effect brings with it fear and faith. When we embrace fear, we find ourselves retreating to the place of our invitation – where we first met Christ. It was easy… Continue Reading→
Month of May A good word spoken in season can be life giving. May is a month that we appreciate our school teachers, our Mothers and the Asian Pacific Community. Everyone can use a kind word of appreciation. These words should be spoken throughout the year and we know our human tendency to forget, so… Continue Reading→
Prayer for Elizabeth City Elizabeth City has become a part of the story that consumes our society. Another death, another police officer and another time of questioning why did this happen. Where does it all end? Where is God in all of this troublesome time? The AMEZ Church and the UMC in Elizabeth City are… Continue Reading→
Beginning May 3rd, First United Methodist Church will offer a series of seminars on the conversation around human sexuality in the United Methodist Church. These seminars will concentrate on topics before the General Conference of the world church, in particular possible changes in the ordination of LGBTQIA+ clergy and the recognition of same sex unions, which may come to a vote at… Continue Reading→
I was an elementary school teacher for 15 years before becoming the AADS for the Beacon District. This sort of paradigm shift caused me to change the way I thought about my career. As a teacher, I always felt so rushed, stressed out, and overworked. Now, I am more balanced than ever because my work is… Continue Reading→
(Lay Speaking Required Course in UM History) This course is offered by the Beacon District Lay Servant Ministries Team on August 14th. It will be held virtually (via ZOOM) from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm that day. This session will be facilitated by Ginny Crocker and Tom Santa. Faithful Christian discipleship requires a foundation in… Continue Reading→
Up, Up, Up!!! Holy Week holds a special place in my heart and in the lives of our family of United Methodists. This week captures so many emotions and the witness of God’s love for us all through Jesus Christ brings a crescendo celebration on Easter morning. The Christian Culture of life, love and hope… Continue Reading→
Spiritual Gifts will be offered virtually on June 5th and June 12th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on ZOOM. The Rev Benny Oakes, Pastor of First UMC in Elizabeth City, NC and Suzanne Nelson, Beacon District LSM Co-Director, will facilitate this course. The course focuses on gaining a better understanding of the church and its ministry needs… Continue Reading→