Holston Conference UMC

10/09/2026

Great article by our own Rev. Paul Seay published in United Methodist News!

"The path to future vitality starts not with boards and commissions or better mission statements but with the renewal of local churches."

Leadership Gathering should focus on local church | United Methodist leaders have benignly neglected local congregations for too long, a pastor writes. Any effort to revitalize the denomination must focus on them.

https://www.umnews.org/en/news/leadership-gathering-should-focus-on-local-church

10/09/2026

Prayer Walk Follow-Up: Where Is God Moving?

It’s been a little over a month since our Conference-wide Prayer Walk to Awaken, and we want to hear your stories!

Where have you seen God moving in your congregation or community? We’re gathering stories, photos, and prayers to celebrate how God is working across the Holston Conference.

Share your story! Help us tell the story of what God is doing.
https://campinthecommunity.github.io/prayerwalks/

10/04/2026

We in the wish you a blessed . "Strengthen us for your service in the world, and give us a foretaste of the feast to come, through Jesus Christ our Lord.” — United Methodist Book of Worship.

10/02/2026

Pastor Appreciation Sunday is a good time for United Methodists to thank clergy for the work they do year-round. Here are ideas for how to say "thank you."

10/01/2026

What does The United Methodist Church say?

"Our commitment to the inherent dignity and worth of every person and our historic stance as United Methodists compels us to oppose capital punishment and the imposition of the death penalty. We, therefore, call for the abolition of the death penalty and urge individuals and congregations to educate themselves about the historical stance of the United Methodist Church and its predecessors." (Social Principles, Paragraph 163, Political Community, Section G)

Find out more >https://gbcs-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/11/97ea3efa-6f67-4acb-87ae-0e39c5031442.pdf

General Board of Church and Society

09/30/2026

The United Methodist Church will celebrate World Communion Sunday this weekend on Oct. 4.

Together, we can nurture diverse leadership, provide scholarships and leadership training for under-represented students. Explore ready-to-use resources to teach and inspire engagement for ministries supported by World Communion Sunday.

Here's the link > https://www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resources/umcgiving/special-sundays/world-communion-sunday-pastor-and-leader-kit

09/30/2026

It's that time of year again! 🍎 Is your church getting ready to make apple butter?

Three Springs United Methodist Church
Rich Creek First United Methodist Church
Belspring Umc
Hiltons Memorial United Methodist Church

09/28/2026

Each year, from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, the United States observes Hispanic Heritage Month. Find out how your church can observe Hispanic heritage in an informed, respectful way and also during a time of uncertainty. 👇🏾

Here's the story from United Methodist Communications > https://www.umc.org/en/content/more-than-a-month-hispanic-heritage-and-the-call-to-accompany

09/13/2026

This is wonderful! YOUTH RALLY (North) is happening this weekend at Camp Bays Mountain!

Youth Rally South happens Oct. 24-25 at Camp Lookout. Go register now. https://holston-reg.brtapp.com/YouthRallyGroupRegistration26

Having loads of fun at Youth Rally North! We are thankful to have every district in Holston represented!

09/12/2026

💚Who’s at YOUTH RALLY today at Camp Bays Mountain? We pray for a wonderful experience for all those participating!

Led by YOUTH, For YOUTH After an unforgettable inaugural year, we are expanding Youth Rally to offer 2 sessions to bring the fun and fellowship to ...