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Andrew College to dedicate Sarah Anne Staples Biology Lab
Friday, February 03, 2012
Andrew College President Dr. David Seyle recently announced plans for the dedication of the Sarah Anne Staples Biology Lab in Andrew College’s Rhodes Science Center.  The dedication will be held during Andrew’s Spring Alumni Rally, A...
Amateur artisans create glass masterpieces
Thursday, February 02, 2012
By Kara Witherow, Editor Every Sunday for nearly 10 years, Louis Keene sat in his seat in the back corner of Woodbine United Methodist Church’s sanctuary and stared at the church’s four unfinished windows. Five beautifully crafted stain...
Young adult follows God's call on her life
Thursday, February 02, 2012
By Kara Witherow, Editor Thea Ramirez has been an advocate for as long as she can remember. As an 11-year-old camper, Ramirez learned of a friend’s horrific abuse and helped campaign for her safety. Serving as a summer intern at an orphanage...
Headed in the right direction
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Hello, beautiful people of South Georgia! Have you ever been lost? While traveling this summer during my renewal leave I was following the directions of the little voice inside my GPS. When the voice said, “you have reached your destination...
United Methodist Women's annual retreat set for March 23-25
Thursday, February 02, 2012
The United Methodist Women of the South Georgia Conference will host their annual Spiritual Growth Retreat March 23-25 at Epworth By The Sea on St. Simons Island.  Coming together under the theme of “My Joy Cometh in the Morning,” f...
United Methodists score high in survey
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
A UMNS Report by Joey Butler* United Methodists rank highest in favorability among five different faith groups in a new survey conducted by the Southern Baptist Convention’s research arm. The research shows United Methodists are held in more ...
North Alabama continues to work towards recovery following Jan. tornadoes
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
North Alabama continues to work towards recovery after an outbreak of tornadoes ripped through the conference April 27, 2011. Since that day, the affected communities have worked steadily towards rebuilding and redefining their new normal wit...
Five new studies for Lent 2012
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
By Rev. Kathy Noble, editor, Interpreter* New studies from popular authors will be available for Lent 2012. “Final Words: From the Cross” [Cokesbury, www.Cokesbury.com, (800) 672-1789] by Adam Hamilton looks at Christ's dying hours and ...
Trinity UMC takes an advent journey
Friday, January 20, 2012
By Kara Witherow, Editor Just as Mary and Joseph took a journey more than 2,000 years ago, last month members of Trinity United Methodist Church in Warner Robins took their own Advent journey. While Mary and Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to ...
Beginner, novice, apprentice and then...
Friday, January 20, 2012
By Dr. Brad Brady It will not surprise those of you who know me to read this confession:  I am not a plumber or electrician or mechanically inclined in any way!  I have several hilarious stories about previous attempts of trying the most ...
Living up to the Sacred Trust
Friday, January 20, 2012
By Brad Brady When you stop and think about it, every local church is the steward of an awesome sacred trust. On one-hand, God entrusts every congregation with the high calling of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with a hurting world.  Con...
Safe Sanctuaries training video available Feb. 1
Friday, January 20, 2012
The Office of Connectional Ministries continues its support of local churches by releasing a new Safe Sanctuaries training video designed to be used as a key part of the volunteer orientation held in each congregation. “This is a project we ...
Epworth's Winter Camp Meeting to study "The Greatest Story Ever Told"
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Churches of all denominations from the Golden Isles and across the state are cordially invited to attend Winter Camp Meeting at Epworth By The Sea, St. Simons Island, January 29 through February 1.  Outstanding preachers, Bible teachers and area...
High expectations will surround Tampa gathering
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
By J. Richard Peck Delegates study a petition printed in the Daily Christian Advocate during the 2008 General Conference. MAILE BRADFIELD/UMNS ...
South Georgia United Methodists shed pounds, focus on health
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
By Kara Witherow, Editor In early 2010, Rev. Ashley Randall was at his heaviest. What had once been an easy activity – taking a quick walk around the block with his wife – had become a struggle.  His wife, Laine, had her own health ...
Summer camp counselors needed for 2012
Friday, January 06, 2012
Even though it’s the middle of winter and summer is still months away, plans are already underway for the South Georgia Conference Summer Camps at Epworth By The Sea. College students interested in a summer serving in ministry are invited to a...
Open Door Community House helps spread Christmas cheer
Thursday, January 05, 2012
By Kara Witherow, Editor Each of Lugenia Brown’s five children believes in Santa Claus. Like every other child, they hoped that Santa would bring them gifts to open on Christmas morning. Kyree, 7, wanted a bike and toy cars while his brother,...
2011 church restructure plan headed to vote
Thursday, January 05, 2012
A UMNS Report by Heather Hahn* When General Conference meets in 2012, the denomination’s top lawmaking body will consider legislation to consolidate nine of the denomination's 13 general agencies into a new United Methodist Center for Connecti...
A stranger appeared in our midst...
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Submitted by Mulkey McMichael, member Buena Vista UMC It was a typical Sunday morning at Buena Vista United Methodist Church. As usual, Carolyn Moye was unlocking outside doors throughout the church. It was 9:25 a.m. as she unlocked the church&rs...
Epworth By The Sea employees receive high honors
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
John Caldwell has been named the 2011 Employee of The Year at Epworth By The Sea.  A member of the Maintenance Department for 27 years, Caldwell assists with ongoing maintenance of buildings and grounds.  “This high honor has been gi...