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Stay UMC - Continuing as a Member of the United Methodist Church
posted on November 23
In this season when some churches are choosing to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church, we are frequently asked what to do if your local church votes to leave but you wish to remain. If ...

Flood Bucket Drop Off Locations
posted on July 29
If you have a Flood Bucket or two to send to those in need in Eastern & Southeastern Kentucky. You can drop them off at the location(s) listed below: South East Kentucky District - Ferguson UMC, ...
Message from Bishop Fairley Regarding Judicial Council Decision # 1444
posted on May 12
Dear Friends, On May 10th, 2022, the Judicial Council issued Decision Number 1444 that records their response to a Petition for Declaratory Decision from the Council of Bishops dated March 4, 2022. ...

How to Assist the Ukrainian People
posted on March 02
United Methodists and others wishing to provide humanitarian assistance to the Ukrainian people in the wake of the Russian invasion of their country may contribute to Advance #982450, UMCOR ...
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Lockett Family Welcomed by Church Congregation
posted on January 03
By Melodie Phelps, editor Courtesy The Wayne Weekly A day nearly 200 years in the making. That is the best way to describe the celebration held at Lockett's Chapel United Methodist Church on Sunday, ...

Tornado Disaster Relief 2021
posted on December 11
Keep up-to-date with all the information available in regards to the Tornadoes that struck western Kentucky on December 11, 2021 and what you can do to help the recovery process. To help ...
2020 Annual Conference in December to be Held Virtually
posted on August 18
Dear members and friends of the Kentucky Annual Conference, I pray that all of you are well and are experiencing the grace and glory of Jesus Christ, who is our living hope. In postponing our ...
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Statement From Bishop Fairley - Our Moral Obligation
posted on May 09
Yesterday, a federal court judge ruled that churches may hold in-person services beginning this Sunday. The ruling essentially nullifies Gov. Beshear’s order that churches be closed until May 20th. In...

Guidelines for re-entry to in-person Worship
posted on May 07
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Let me first commend you for your patience and faithfulness during this difficult and painful season of COVID-19. As shepherds of God’s flock, you have been ...
2020-2021 PPR/SPR Consultation Form Available
posted on January 02
Here is the 2020-2021 PPR/SPR Consultation Form. Please pass these on immediately to your PPR/SPR Chair and your Treasurer. Thank you in advance for attending to this request.