Yadkin Valley District of The United Methodist Church

08/15/2026

United Methodists are a “singing people”…

United Methodists are a “singing people,” and each generation brings new United Methodist hymn writers who further renew worship. The Rev. Lovett Weems tells the story of Natalie Sleeth, whose “Hymn of Promise” has become a much beloved way to mark all sorts of beginnings. https://lovettweems.substack.com/p/draft-for-august-6-substack

08/13/2026

Learn Canva to make printed flyers & digital media:

https://nccumc.org/leadership/event/canva-training-canva-for-print/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTrM-xwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7BJJ3MTFeVSEOV6tIgbdIgEFu8DTdy23czVUdTgxU2bUax-YFgNp6QdXDR2w_aem_l6BSoaLqMk-eNEi6QnQxwA

Many churches have discovered Canva for social media and online promotion, but fewer realize just how powerful it can be for creating high-quality printed materials. With Microsoft Publisher being retired, many congregations are searching for a new solution for newsletters, bulletins, brochures, and...

08/12/2026

"I often wonder if we are overwhelmed by the magnitude of suffering in the world and forget that every human being was once a vulnerable child in need of adults to provide for their needs and safety."
–Bishop Julius Trimble

"I often wonder if we are overwhelmed by the magnitude of suffering in the world and forget that every human being was once a vulnerable child in need of adults to provide for their needs and safety."
–Bishop Julius Trimble

Read the latest edition of Justice Takes Courage. Link in the comments.

08/06/2026

Teams needed…can you plan to help?

20+ Open Weeks. 3 Recovery Regions. 1 Resolute Mission.

Reconstruction takes consistency. We have no intention of slowing down our active builds across Western NC, but we need your hands to keep the hammer swinging. Right now, we have over 20 vacant volunteer weeks through the end of the year—specifically in our AMY and Southern Blue Ridge sites. We are asking local church partners, Sunday school classes, civic groups, and trade volunteers to step into the gap:

👷🏽 Group Size: 4 to 12 people per team.
🔨 Skill Level: From novice painters to experienced contractors—there is a place for everyone on the line.
📋 Logistics: Fully managed construction coordination, clear safety standards, and structured support on-site.

Tap the link in our bio to lock in your dates today!

08/05/2026

🗳️ Faith in Action.

Help protect the integrity of the voting process by becoming a nonpartisan election observer. Learn about the sacred nature of the vote and how you can serve your community.

📅 Tuesdays | Aug. 18–Sept. 22 | 7 PM ET
🔗 Register today!
https://www.umcjustice.org/latest/protect-the-vote-become-an-election-observer-10207?emci=a009e489-498f-f111-b337-000d3a1558ce&emdi=90e33063-548f-f111-b337-000d3a1558ce&ceid=2699399

07/29/2026

"When I was in prison, you visited me." Matthew 25:36 ❤️
On August 23, join churches across North Carolina in supporting Cross and Key Prison Ministries Sunday.
Your generosity helps bring hope, encouragement, and the love of Christ to incarcerated individuals, returning citizens, and their families through prison ministry, volunteer training, and church resources.
Because no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. 🙏
💙 Learn more

Cross and Key Prison Ministries Sunday will be August 23rd. Learn more and download this year's bulletin insert.

07/23/2026

One sound. One prayer. One witness for peace. 🔔🕊️

Join churches, families, and communities across North Carolina as we ring bells for peace every Monday at 6 PM. If someone asks why the bells are ringing, the answer is simple: For peace.

Register your congregation or household here
https://ncchurches.org/a-peals-for-peace/

07/20/2026

Faith calls us to love our neighbors. ❤️

Join us on August 3 for a meaningful Zoom conversation with Rev. Dr. Alexia Salvatierra as we explore immigration through Scripture, Christian theology, and the lived experiences of our immigrant neighbors.

This gathering is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage in gracious dialogue during a time when understanding matters more than ever.

🗓️ August 3
🕙 10 AM or 🕖 7 PM (same session offered twice)
💻 Via Zoom

Learn more here
https://www.wnccumc.org/newsdetail/19913487

07/04/2026

🎆 Stars, stripes, sunshine, and gratitude. Wishing you a joyful Fourth of July filled with family, friends, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙