United Methodist Communications

06/05/2026

A volunteer sets up the first computer. Someone’s nephew configures the Wi‑Fi. A well‑meaning staff member creates the admin login for the server “just to get it working.” And before long, the church is running payroll, donations, email, livestreaming, and member data through systems that quietly become mission critical.

Then you discover something uncomfortable: only one person knows the passwords.

That’s not just inconvenient. That’s a single point of failure, meaning if they’re gone, you’re stuck.
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/when-only-one-person-knows-the-password-a-hidden-risk-for-churches

General Council on Finance and Administration
Resource UMC

The General Council on Finance and Administration walks you through the issues that come with only one person knowing church passwords and the risk of only using one password across multiple systems.

06/04/2026

Summer is one of the most natural seasons for a church to open its doors - and its parking lot - to the surrounding community. Block parties, Vacation Bible School, service days, and neighborhood picnics are more than fun events. They are outreach opportunities, and how well you promote them determines how many people actually walk through the gate.

This article walks through a practical, channel-by-channel approach to summer event promotion that works whether your communications team is one person or ten.

Practical tips for promoting church summer events like VBS, block parties, and service days using Facebook Events, Instagram Stories, and email marketing.

06/04/2026

Vacation Bible School season brings excitement, creativity, and a whole lot of cardboard, paint, and storage bins. What if some of that effort and expense could be shared?

Churches across denominations are discovering that partnering with neighboring congregations to share VBS materials and decorations is practical, fun, and a genuinely meaningful way to build community beyond their own walls.

Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church has recommendations for fostering community cooperation:
https://vaumc.org/better-together-sharing-vbs-resources-across-your-community/

06/02/2026

Do you know when people are talking about your church or ministry online?

Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church makes a case for setting up a Google Alert. Learn about how this online feature can help you stay informed about your community and your ministry:

Know When Your Church Makes the News: A Case for Google Alerts by Sam Duenckel | May 19, 2026 | Ministry Toolbox, News, Virginia News Your church is active in the community. People talk about it at school board meetings, mention it in local news stories, and sometimes it shows up in places you never...

06/01/2026

Helping to connect and communicate what is happening at the 115th Philippines Annual Conference.

05/29/2026

Do you have stories to share about your church living out the vision statement of The United Methodist Church?

"The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections."

When sharing your stories of loving boldly, serving joyfully, and leading courageously, tag your posts with

See how others are sharing the vision:

The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.

05/28/2026

"When are you available to meet?"

For church leaders, finding a meeting time that works for everyone - whether it is a staff check-in, a worship team rehearsal, or a Bible study planning session - can feel like a part-time job in itself. Add in volunteer schedules, part-time staff, and the chaos of holiday seasons, and a simple meeting request can spiral into a week of back-and-forth emails. If that sounds familiar, Doodle Poll might be exactly the timesaver your team needs.

https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/take-the-extra-work-out-of-scheduling-a-meeting
Resource UMC

Scheduling a staff meeting, worship team rehearsal, or Bible study just got easier. Learn how Doodle Poll can simplify group scheduling and save your church team valuable time.

05/27/2026

As we move into summer and Annual Conference season, it is also a season for a lot of official communications. Do you want to have your communications look consistent with the messaging of The United Methodist Church?

Our brand standards toolkit features downloadable logos, guidelines for fonts and colors, and more.

Identity is more than compliance to standards; it is about delivering a brand experience the audience will grow to trust. The United Methodist Church identity is a key component in developing the brand’s strength and reputation through its consistent application.

05/26/2026

Do you have what you need for Peace with Justice Sunday?

Find pew cards, social graphics and more:

The Peace with Justice Sunday Pastor and Leader Kit provides resources to help churches celebrate this special day, emphasizing connectional giving and its impact on social justice ministries.

05/25/2026

Have you caught the latest episode of The Recap?

Each month, we share several of the most inspiring stories from across our United Methodist connection. This month, we meet passionate pet lovers and their furry friends who take part in a variety of pet ministries, as well as 27 graduates from the Global Mission Secondary School in Tanzania.

Check out the latest episode now:

Solar ovens support vulnerable communities | School in Tanzania sees success | Pet lovers find a church home |