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 […]
Beacon District
Spiritual Gifts – June 5th and 12th.
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 […]
A Moment with Gil: God of More Than Enough
Sands of the Seashore and Stars in the Heaven Our coastal communities have a unique view of the world. When walking on the beach, your feet connect with grains of […]
A Moment with Gil: Confession Time
Seasons of Pandemic and Lent This message was delivered to the Beacon District Clergy at their gathering on Zoom on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Please read Psalm 22:23-31 and Mark […]
Celebrating Rev. Gil & Linda Wise: June 5th & 6th
The District Superintendency Committee invites you to a Farewell Celebration for Gil and Linda Wise. June 5th and 6th. See poster below for the times and locations.
A Moment with Gil: A Change is Coming
Lenten Season 2021 We have already begun to see the days grow longer as the sun makes its way back north. Before long we will see the signs of Spring. […]
Beacon District Youth Leader Meet and Greet
Wednesday, February 10, 2021, 6:30 pm This gathering is open to all youth leaders and pastors who wish to hear about District Youth News, share resources, ideas, and for a […]
A Moment with Gil: Life Alongside is Important
Proverbs 27:17: New Revised Standard Version Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens the wits[a] of another. As I journey this Superintendency with you, the importance of community is stronger than ever. […]
A Moment with Gil: Prophetic Days Calling Us to Come Home
God is a Farmer and Jesus is a Carpenter Granddaddy was both. The depth of influence that our ancestors make upon us is still transforming our world. Granddaddy’s family had […]