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A total eclipse will occur across much of North America on April 8, and United Methodist churches are finding ways to be part of the excitement. Photo of Aug. 21, 2017 eclipse by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Churches all in for total solar eclipse

United Methodist congregations are finding creative ways to engage the public before and during the rare event on April 8.
Faith Stories
This year, United Methodists mourned the passing of beloved bishops, influential church scholars, the editor of The United Methodist Hymnal and a country music radio pioneer who boosted careers as diverse as Randy Travis and Taylor Swift. Photo by Eli Solitas, courtesy of Unsplash, graphic by Laurens Glass, UM News.

2023: Remembering United Methodists of note

This year, United Methodists mourned the passing of beloved bishops, influential church scholars, the editor of The United Methodist Hymnal and a country music radio pioneer who boosted careers as diverse as Randy Travis and Taylor Swift.
Faith Stories
"Sanhedrin tries Jesus," woodblock print created by Dreama Lovitt for Holy Week Art Walk at West Market Street United Methodist Church. Photo courtesy of West Market Street UMC.

Meeting the sacred in Holy Week Art Walk

When John and Gayle Rose were asked to create a piece of art that reflects their Christian faith, they found themselves at the foot of the cross. They were among the artists who contributed to a new way of interpreting the Stations of the Cross for West Market UMC in Greensboro, N.C.
Congregations
The Rev. Nellya Shakirova (wearing green shirt) hosts a multinational fellowship meal in the sanctuary at Bishkek United Methodist Church in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Students find home, unity at Bishkek church

At a small United Methodist church in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, “mama pastor” Nellya Shakirova helps Indian and Pakistani students come together despite political differences back home.

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