Pastors For NC Children

08/26/2026

Have you heard about LifeWise Academy?

Friends of Oldham County Schools put together a quick 3-minute video that explains what LifeWise is, why it matters, and how it put together a quick 3-minute video that explains what LifeWise is, why it matters, and how it affects all students.

Watch here → https://youtu.be/mHzUKkriWWA

Even if you’ve heard “it’s optional,” this video shows the broader impact. Please watch and share so more Oldham County parents and neighbors can be informed.

LifeWise Academy is a program that pulls public school students out...

08/24/2026

University UMC 8-23-2026 Workshop

University UMC Workshop: Equipping Faith Communities for Advocacy to Counter Christian Nationalism 8-23-2026...

University UMC Workshop: Equipping Faith Communities for Advocacy to Counter Christian Nationalism 8-23-2026 What is Christian Nationalism: Why Should I Care and What Can I do? A new opportunity to understand and respond to theproblem University United Methodist in Chapel Hill, NC held a seminar ser...

08/23/2026

As a new school year begins, this resource offers suggested reading, ways to build relationships, questions to ask and things to avoid saying when welcoming neighbors who are new to the United States or have lived here for years.

Designed for students, teachers, parents, caregivers, counselors and anyone who wants to be a good neighbor, the resource draws on insights from immigrant families, educators and ministry leaders. Thank you, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship !

Check out the resource @
https://cbf.net/practical-immigration-resources-for-the-new-school-year/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT27RhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMW5pUTBUZnA2WXp2Z1g3cU1zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe85NP_BYcefY4K6hBpgRPmlfIYlMfOkiLTYvujeUOk8nqrfiFtaba1Zw3qcU_aem_4H6UHa59sDpNId46K92GFw

By Ellen Sechrest, CBF Director of Mission Engagement As the new school year begins, we want to offer some suggested readings, ways to meet new friends that may be new...

08/22/2026

Weekends are for Advocacy!

School supplies aren't just for students; teachers often purchase items from their individual budgets to help students succeed in the classroom. Replenishing their supply helps them to better provide a safe and engaging learning environment for students. Be like Queen Street United Methodist Church and advocate with school supplies!

08/21/2026

Fridays are for FUNding!

Check out our swag shop @ https://www.bonfire.com/store/pastors-for-nc-children-store

All sales support our mission to mobilize faith communities to advocate for public schools!

08/20/2026

Partnering with Public Schools Workshop - New Date Available!

September 8, Noon - 1:30 PM

Pastors for NC Children and People of Faith for Public Schools offers an additional dates for this workshop to support faith communities in being good partners with their local public schools during the 2026-27 school year.

Workshop will include presentation, small group discussion, sharing ideas, and ways to engage in both assistance and advocacy for public schools.

Sign up soon! bit.ly/PSPartners98

08/19/2026

Join Cherry Point United Methodist Church for their Mission Service,
Sunday, August 30 @ 10:00 AM.

Worship will feature special songs, an offering to support partner school, Havelock Middle School, and a special message by Rev. Suzanne Parker Miller.

You’ll find Cherry Point Methodist @ 103 Methodist Drive, Havelock, NC, 28532.

08/18/2026

Equipping Faith Communities for Advocacy: August 23

Many of us have been alerted us to the challenges and threats that Christian Nationalism pose to proclamation of the word of God. Now you are probably wondering- what can I do? Pastor Suzanne will lead a workshop focused on equipping faith communities for advocacy at the local, state and federal levels.

Make plans to attend this timely workshop where we will learn how we can put our convictions to work.

Place: University UMC’s Gunman Chapel, 150 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514



Date and Time: August 23rd, 9:00-10:15 AM

08/17/2026

This is your reminder that “Classical” education too often means Christian nationalist… especially when Hillsdale College is involved! The US military schools across the world are being reshaped to be Christian nationalist indoctrination centers. This is a clear violation of religious liberty and the separation of church and state.

The Department of Defense is introducing a course centered on Western civilization and Christianity this fall in the schools it operates for military families.