11/21/2023 - A Word of Thanks from Bishop Delores J. Williamston
God is God all the time… And all the time, God is Good! ... read more
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11/17/2023 - U.S. Secretary of Energy Talks Community Lighthouses, Louisiana UMC Churches Playing a Role
(NEWS RELEASE FROM TOGETHER LOUISIANA) Two United Methodist... read more
11/14/2023 - Bishop Williamston to Hold Virtual Listening Sessions
At the end of October, Bishop Delores J. Williamston hosted... read more
11/13/2023 - A Seat at the Table: Rev. Emily Carroll to Attend UN Climate Conference
At the United Nation’s Nov. 28 climate change conference in... read more
11/13/2023 - Embracing and Harnessing Social Media for Christmas Outreach
Ten Tips for Greater Social Engagement During Advent and ... read more
11/12/2023 - The United Methodist Church Releases 2022 State of the Church Report
Nashville, Tenn.: The United Methodist Church has released ... read more
11/10/2023 - The Inspiring Military Journey of Bishop Delores J. Williamston
In the heartland of America, amidst the rolling plains of ... read more
11/9/2023 - New and Relevant Resources from the United Methodist Publishing House
This is a dynamic moment in the life of The United ... read more
11/7/2023 - Rev. Katrena Porter King Joins Louisiana Conference Cabinet as Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Strategist
Rev. Katrena Porter King has been appointed to the ... read more
11/6/2023 - Rayne United Methodist Church Hosts Noted Methodist Historian, Dr. Ashley Boggan
Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church in New Orleans will ... read more
10/31/2023 - Sager Brown Returns Stronger Than Ever, Offering More Than Just Flood Buckets
Sager Brown, the United Methodist Committee on Relief ... read more
10/30/2023 - Louisiana Conference's Communications Department Takes Home 13 Awards at UMAC Annual Gala
The Communications department of the Louisiana Conference ... read more
10/26/2023 - "They want hope for the future..." Rev. Jessica Lowe Reflects on Israel
Rev. Jessica Lowe of First United Methodist Church of ... read more
10/11/2023 - Bishop Williamston Holds In-Person Listening Sessions; Oct. 27/28 in Woodworth
Bishop Delores J. Williamston began serving as bishop in ... read more
10/11/2023 - Praying for Peace; "Unwavering Prayers for Peace, Understanding, and Reconciliation"
From Bishop Delores J. Williamston Resident Bishop, ... read more
10/9/2023 - Bishop Delores Williamston Engages in Visioning for the Future of the Louisiana Conference
On Saturday, October 7th, the morning temperature in Baton ... read more
10/1/2023 - October: Pastor Appreciation Month
Pastor Appreciation Month holds a special place of significance within the Louisiana Conference and the Office of Clergy Excellence, as... read more
9/27/2023 - An Unlikely Experience: Getting Ready for Christmas with Rachel Billups and Matt Rawle
How do you prepare for Christmas? Perhaps you spend the ... read more
9/26/2023 - 2023 AACLL Fall Learning Event; Discipleship That Transforms the World: How?
A Free Online Learning Event for Lay Leaders, Clergy, and ... read more
9/25/2023 - Insurance Webinar: What Does the Future Hold?
The Louisiana Conference, in partnership with the United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana, is taking proactive steps to address the ... read more
9/25/2023 - Theresa Stevens Bids Farewell to the Annual Conference after Nine Years of Dedicated Service
After over nine years of unwavering commitment as the ... read more
9/21/2023 - Understanding the Dynamics of Poverty
Please join The United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana, in partnership with HOPE Ministries of Baton Rouge/The Way to Work, for ... read more
9/18/2023 - Happening is Happening!
Get ready for one of the most refreshing spiritual experiences you’ll ever have as Happening #58 rapidly approaches, taking place ... read more
9/18/2023 - Moving Forward with HoPE
Much has changed, and much is changing in The United Methodist Church. Anticipating sweeping changes in our denomination's structure... read more
9/5/2023 - United Methodists Prepare for the 'Power of Pumpkin'
They are colorful and nutritious – indispensable for fall d... read more
8/30/2023 - Save the Date: Date and Location Announced for AC24
The Louisiana Conference of The United Methodist Church has ... read more
8/27/2023 - Special Service Sunday at Historic Wesley United Methodist Church Honors 60th Anniversary of March on Washington
Sixty years ago, nearly a quarter of a million people ... read more
8/24/2023 - Wildfires Sweep Through Louisiana, FUMC DeRidder Hosting Survivors
It is being described as one of the largest wildfires to ... read more
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8/22/2023 - Re-Connecting to Re-Imagine: UMAC 2023
Dear Communicators of The United Methodist Church, My 18-year-old son is fond of saying, 'It's been a minute,' which simply indicates... read more
8/14/2023 - Louisiana Conference Donates $10,000 to Hawaii for Wildfire Disaster Relief
In a display of solidarity, the Louisiana Conference has ... read more
8/13/2023 - 717 Days of Faith: St. Charles United Methodist Church Returns to Sanctuary After Hurricane Ida Devastation
717 days. That's how long it had been since the ... read more
8/8/2023 - Confirmation Day with the Bishop Returns, Accompanied by 2nd Annual FUSION Confirm Weekend Retreat
Prepare for an enriching spiritual experience as ... read more
7/24/2023 - Louisiana Conference Embarks on Civil Rights Immersion Trip with Great Plains Conference
In a proactive effort to address societal issues and ... read more
7/10/2023 - New United Methodist Community Sprouting in Ruston
What, exactly, does “church” mean when you feel forced to leave because you wanted to stay? The irony is not lost on the Ruston ... read more
7/5/2023 - Rev. Brady Whitton to Step Down as Chair of the Board of Ordained Ministry Effective July 31, 2023
Effective July 31, 2023, Rev. Brady Whitton, Senior Pastor, ... read more
6/28/2023 - Louisiana Conference Organizes Work Days to Aid Shreveport's Tornado Recovery Efforts
In response to the tornado outbreak that recently struck ... read more
6/24/2023 - Honoring Courage and Inclusion: St. Mark's United Methodist Church Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Up Stairs Lounge Fire
On any given day, the sanctuary of St. Mark's United ... read more
6/22/2023 - Words of Thanks from Bishop Delores J. Williamston
God is good all the time, and all the time, God IS good! Greetings to the laity and clergy member, guest, and friends of the ... read more
6/21/2023 - Looking Back at the 2023 Annual Conference
The Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church gathered for its 2023 Annual Conference, June 13-16, in Baton Rouge, LA. The... read more
6/20/2023 - St. Mark's United Methodist Church To Play Integral Role in Up Stairs Lounge Fire 50th Anniversary Commemoration Weekend
In remembrance of the tragic Up Stairs Lounge fire that ... read more
6/16/2023 - Louisiana Annual Conference Supports Second Black Congressional District
For the second consecutive year, delegates to the Louisiana... read more
6/16/2023 - Dr. Ashley Boggan: Change Only Comes From the Inside
Today’s debate over human sexuality and its role in the ... read more
6/16/2023 - Louisiana Delegates Approve Petition to Create LGBTQIA+ Ministries Team
Delegates to the 2023 Louisiana Annual Conference on Friday ... read more
6/15/2023 - Passing of the Towel, Basin, and Mantle Marks Ordination Ceremony
In a solemn and symbolic gesture, the Passing of the Towel,... read more
6/15/2023 - A Celebration of Ministry: Pour the Oil
Thursday evening witnessed a momentous service at First United Methodist Church in Baton Rouge as congregants gathered for the ... read more
6/15/2023 - Amy and Hannah Castro; Jay Hogewood Honored with Harry Denman Evangelism Awards
The 2023 Annual Conference of the Louisiana Conference of ... read more
6/15/2023 - Laity Address: We Have Everything We Need
Greetings. My name is Jennifer Swann, and I’m the Louisiana Annual Conference lay leader. Let me confess that as a layperson, every ... read more
6/15/2023 - Louisiana Conference Communications Office Reaching Out in New Way
While many aspects of the United Methodist Church in ... read more
6/15/2023 - Louisiana Laity Want “No Louisiana United Methodist Left Behind”
United Methodist laity in Louisiana wants a church that is ... read more
6/15/2023 - Standstill Apportionment Budget Approved at 2023 Annual Conference
Despite losing more than 90 churches to disaffiliation since... read more
6/14/2023 - Bishop Williamston Inspires Louisiana United Methodists to Get Up Off the Mat
It is probably safe to say that in the history of the United... read more
6/14/2023 - Episcopal Address: Hope!
God is good all the time! And all the time, God is good! Greetings to the clergy and laity of the Louisiana Conference of the United... read more
6/14/2023 - Louisiana Conference Addresses Disaffiliation Opportunities, Offers Support and New Beginnings
The 2023 Annual Conference of the Louisiana Conference of ... read more
6/14/2023 - Sign the Mat!
You are Invited! We invite you to join us in celebrating and showing appreciation for Bishop Delores J. Williamston. We have arranged ... read more
6/13/2023 - A Service of Remembrance; Memorial Service Opens Annual Conference 2023
"Who Are Your People?" The 2023 Annual Conference of the ... read more
6/13/2023 - Clergy Look to Put Disaffiliation Behind Them for 2023 Annual Conference
Rev. Austin Rinehart, pastor of Zachary United Methodist ... read more
6/11/2023 - Louisiana Conference Set to Gather for Annual Conference with Renewed Hope and Unity
United Methodists from across the Louisiana Conference who ... read more
6/11/2023 - Louisiana Conference's 2023 Annual Conference to Feature Multiple Offerings
The Louisiana Conference is gearing up for its highly ... read more
6/5/2023 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston Announces Strategic Appointments
Rev. Ali Young has been appointed as Director of Clergy ... read more
6/1/2023 - New Orleans UMC Churches to Serve as True Neighborhood Lighthouses
The lighthouse, an age-old icon of Christian guidance and ... read more
5/31/2023 - Announcement to the Lake Charles/Acadiana District from Bishop Delores J. Williamston
In a letter dated May 31 to the Lake Charles/Acadiana ... read more
5/27/2023 - Special Called Session Held in Baton Rouge
On Saturday, March 27th, delegates of the Louisiana Annual Conference gathered at First United Methodist Church in Baton Rouge for a ... read more
5/23/2023 - Centenary Students Dig Into Forgotten History of School and Church
A group of students at Centenary College of Louisiana in ... read more
5/16/2023 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston Receives Seminary Award
LEAWOOD — She may have received the distinguished graduate... read more
5/12/2023 - Pedaling for a Purpose: Bike Ride to Benefit United Methodist Children's Home
Folks at First United Methodist Church in Deridder and ... read more
4/26/2023 - Church Finances Workshop
The United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana is sponsoring a workshop designed specifically for church secretaries, finance chairs and ... read more
4/19/2023 - Hope: Previewing Annual Conference 2023
The Louisiana Conference is gearing up for its highly-anticipated annual conference, set to take place from June 13-16, 2023, at the ... read more
4/14/2023 - Living Our Beliefs
“What does the United Methodist Church stand for?” It’s a question many have pondered during this time of discernment, ... read more
4/10/2023 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston Issues Call for Special Session
Bishop Delores J. Williamston is calling a special session ... read more
4/8/2023 - An Easter Greeting from Bishop Delores Williamston
Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, RISEN Jesus Christ! As we celebrate Easter Sunday, I wanted to take a ... read more
3/27/2023 - Boots on the Ground Tour Concludes; "Let's Be a Movement Again!"
Bishop Delores J. Williamston is getting used to the ... read more
3/23/2023 - Judge Sides with Louisiana Conference in Lawsuit Regarding Disaffiliation Process
BATON ROUGE - A state district court judge in Baton Rouge ... read more
3/17/2023 - Archived Records are the DNA of United Methodist Churches
Sunday bulletins, old congregation directories, tithing ... read more
3/15/2023 - UMCOR Sager Brown Depot to Welcome Volunteers Again
Story Provided by UMCOR Baldwin, Louisiana. (March 2, 2023)... read more
3/4/2023 - History, Joy, and Hope: The Installation of Bishop Delores J. Williamston
NEW ORLEANS – "We are here!" With those three words, ... read more
2/28/2023 - Dillard University’s Historic Methodist Roots Powered Venue Choice in Bishop Delores Williamston’s Historic Installation
It was late Sunday night, and Dr. Rochelle Ford, president ... read more
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2/22/2023 - Lent: A Journey of Faith
Lent is a time of repentance, fasting, and preparation for the coming of Easter. It is also a time of self-examination and ... read more
2/16/2023 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston Announces Changes to the Louisiana Cabinet
Rev. Jan Holloway Curwick set to retire Bishop ... read more
2/15/2023 - Rayne United Methodist Church Extends New Orleans Hospitality for Carnival Parade-Goers
Some may believe a church – especially a landmark United ... read more
2/8/2023 - Change of Date for 2023 Annual Conference, New Location Announced
The 2023 Louisiana Annual Conference has been rescheduled ... read more
2/8/2023 - Understanding the Dynamics of Poverty Workshop Shows How Generational Poverty Impacts our Community
By: Bob Johannessen, First United Methodist Church, Baton ... read more
1/30/2023 - Fusion: Confirmation, What Does it Mean to Follow Jesus?
The Wesley Center is hosting FUSION: Confirm, a ... read more
1/29/2023 - Retirement Deadline
Details for those who are wishing to retire read more
1/24/2023 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston: Becoming Instruments of Peace
As I hopped into the car Monday morning to drive to Monroe ... read more
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1/20/2023 - Save the Date: The Installation of Bishop Delores J. Williamston
The Service of Installation for Bishop Delores J. ... read more
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1/20/2023 - Online Book Study Kicks Off Work of Anti-Racism Task Force
The Anti-Racism Task Force is inviting all United ... read more
1/18/2023 - Refresh and Energize Your Youth Ministry
Whether you are new to youth and children's ministry or you've been in the trenches for years, we assure you that you will leave ... read more
1/17/2023 - Bishop Delores Williamston Set to Tour the State
The Louisiana Conference is pleased to announce that Bishop Delores Williamston will embark on a tour of the Louisiana Conference ... read more
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1/16/2023 - Reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. "We are called..."
Greetings, sisters and brothers, in the name of our Lord ... read more
1/16/2023 - Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Connection to Louisiana
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is a defining moment each year... read more
1/12/2023 - Important Dates Regarding Disaffiliation Matters
Some churches in the Louisiana Conference are discerning potential disaffiliation, a process by which churches determine whether they ... read more
1/4/2023 - Jason Moore Event in Slidell; Crafting Creative Worship Experiences That Last
The onset of the global pandemic changed so much of what we’... read more
1/2/2023 - Bishop Delores Williamston Marches to Louisiana
Bishop Delores J. Williamston, the newly elected leader of the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church, is certainly a ... read more
12/30/2022 - Farewell from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey & Mr. Dean Harvey
Dear Friends, As we prepare to begin our journey to Texas, ... read more
12/22/2022 - As Hunger Rises, UMC Churches in Louisiana Respond
It is easy to think about providing unfortunate families with enough food to make the holidays a little brighter, but hunger and ... read more
12/16/2022 - Callout for Response Following Tornado Outbreak
After 21 tornadoes touched down in Louisiana, the Louisiana Conference Early Response Team is gearing up for a response. There are ... read more
12/14/2022 - Storms Bring Destruction Prior to Christmas, Louisiana Conference Responding
It didn't take long for Rev. Bob Deich, Louisiana ... read more
12/7/2022 - Christ UMC in Shreveport Holding Court for Pickleballers; "It’s About Making Connections"
Rev. Mark Bray of Christ United Methodist Church in ... read more
11/16/2022 - Farewell Reception for Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey and Mr. Dean Harvey
On Sunday, December 4, the Louisiana Conference cordially ... read more
11/13/2022 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston's Mother Passes Away
Bishop Delores Williamston is mourning the loss of her beloved mother, Mrs. Henrietta H. Hysten Taylor, who passed away Saturday, ... read more
11/12/2022 - Special Called Session Wraps
On Saturday, November 12th, delegates of the Louisiana Annual Conference gathered via ZOOM for a called special session of the ... read more
11/10/2022 - Reflections from the Louisiana Delegation
A Note From Rev. Brady Whitton, Chair of the Louisiana Delegation Dear Friends in Christ, The next several months will be a time ... read more
11/7/2022 - Bishop Harvey Calls for Pause on Matters Related to Disaffiliation During Advent
The following statement has been issued by Bishop Cynthia ... read more
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11/6/2022 - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Reflects on SCJ2022
From: Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey As this new week begins, I am energized but also exhausted; excited, yet anxious; joyful, and sad.... read more
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11/3/2022 - Bishop Delores J. Williamston Assigned to Louisiana
Bishop Delores J. Williamston will be the new bishop of ... read more
11/3/2022 - Louisiana Delegates React to Historic Day at SCJ2022
It was a historic day at the South Central Jurisdiction in ... read more
11/2/2022 - Three New Bishops Hold Press Conferences at SCJ2022
Three bishops were elected on the very first ballot here in ... read more
11/2/2022 - Three Bishops Elected on First Ballot at SCJ2022
"We have three elections!" As the words came out of Bishop Robert Schnase's mouth, gasps and awes filled the sanctuary of First United... read more
11/2/2022 - New Opportunities in the Wake of Disaffiliation
Various churches across the Louisiana Conference have taken the necessary steps to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church. ... read more
10/24/2022 - Praying and Preparing for South Central Jurisdictional
The Fourteenth Session of the South Central ... read more
10/21/2022 - Staying Video/Podcast Series Highlights Differences without Disaffiliation, Unity without Uniformity
The Louisiana Conference has produced “Staying,” a series ... read more
10/17/2022 - Bishop Harvey Offers Appreciation for Louisiana Clergy
October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Bishop Cynthia Fierro... read more
9/20/2022 - Bill Howell Leaves Lasting Impact
Bill Howell set to leave Louisiana, September 30th Rev. Bob Deich will continue in his role as Conference Disaster Response ... read more
9/9/2022 - Global Mission Fellows US-2 Applications are Now Open
The Global Mission Fellows (GMF) program of The United ... read more
9/9/2022 - UMCOR Needs Cleaning Kits, Menstrual Hygiene Kits
UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response, working through annual conferences and the UMCOR Relief Supplies Network, is aiding those impacted by ... read more
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9/6/2022 - United Methodist Bishops: A Call to Prayer and Action in Response to Gun Violence
United Methodist bishops unanimously affirm a statement ... read more
9/5/2022 - More on the Special Called Session
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey is calling a special session of the Louisiana Annual Conference to be held on November 12th, online via ... read more
9/5/2022 - Resources for a Season of Discernment
Discussing and Discerning For those churches discussing and discerning their future with the United Methodist Church, we want ... read more
8/29/2022 - Discerning and Discussing; A Helpful Guide
The United Methodist Church, and in turn, the Louisiana Conference, finds itself in a season of discerning. There are some ... read more
8/25/2022 - Hope Remains Strong in Southwest Louisiana as Help Returns
Camping out with the family in a cozy travel trailer can ... read more
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8/24/2022 - Bishop Harvey Calls Special Session
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey is calling a special session of the Louisiana Annual Conference to be held on November 12th, online via ... read more
7/18/2022 - Wesley Center Launches "Fusion", A Youth Ministry Event
The Wesley Center has launched a new youth event ministry, ... read more
7/14/2022 - Louisiana Delegation Seeks Episcopal Nominations
The Louisiana Annual Conference Delegation has begun a process of discerning episcopal candidates from Louisiana for potential ... read more
7/1/2022 - Anglim Honored by National Urban League
On this 4th of July holiday weekend, a staple of New Orleans tourism has returned. The Essence Festival of Culture is back in-person, ... read more
7/1/2022 - The Value of Preparation
A good argument can be made that choosing to live in Louisiana categorizes us somewhere on the scale between flirting with and ... read more
6/17/2022 - A Defining Moment for the 2022 Annual Conference
On Wednesday, Desmond “Dez” Dunn felt fortunate just to be in attendance at his third Louisiana Annual Conference of the United ... read more
6/17/2022 - Anti-Racism Task Force asks Louisiana Conference to Take Positive Steps
All Methodists in the Louisiana Conference should take ... read more
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6/16/2022 - Todd Rossnagel Wins Epikoinonía, Honored for Communication Ministry
Rev. Todd Rossnagel, director of communications strategies ... read more
6/15/2022 - 2022 Annual Conference
Revival and Reunions at the 2022 Annual Conference A call for revival, an appeal to inclusiveness within the Louisiana Conference, and... read more
6/15/2022 - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey's 2022 Episcopal Address
Living in the Cone of Uncertainty Romans 5:5-11, Romans ... read more
4/12/2022 - Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home Welcomes First Children to New Residential Facility
Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services ... read more
4/12/2022 - United Methodist Men Announces New Resources and Brand
The General Commission on United Methodist Men (GCUMM) is ... read more
4/6/2022 - 'Once in a Lifetime Opportunity'
After five years in the Louisiana Conference, leading and managing the Office of Congregational Development and Transformation, Rev. ... read more
4/5/2022 - Methodist Coalition Restores Family Homestead in Lake Charles
Quinn Lavine’s Lake Charles home he inherited from his late ... read more
4/4/2022 - Lay Servant Ministries Training
Lay Servant Ministries and the Board of Laity are excited to offer three lay development courses on May 14, 2022, from 8:30 am - 5 pm.... read more
3/31/2022 - Communication Team Brings Home UMAC Awards
The Communications Department of the Louisiana Conference recently brought home some significant awards from the United Methodist ... read more
3/30/2022 - What's in a Name? The Legacy of Munholland
Names tell a story. Biblically, we witness the significance of naming or renaming, from Sarah and Israel to John and Paul. Societally,... read more
3/27/2022 - Algiers Celebration: Acknowledging the Past to Shape the Present
It was a celebration two years in the making. Algiers ... read more
3/23/2022 - United Methodists Preparing to Respond to New Orleans Tornado
Tuesday tornado kills at least one person; St. Bernard ... read more
3/22/2022 - Conference Prepares for Mission and Mercy Day, May 21
Churches all across the Louisiana Conference are gearing up... read more
3/17/2022 - Regarding Separation
Dear Friends, I greet you in the midst of this Lenten season, praying you are making space for prayer and reflection during this ... read more
3/7/2022 - Wordling Through the Season of Lent
The Lenten season has begun as churches observe the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. The Lenten ... read more
3/4/2022 - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey to Louisiana: "We will continue to focus on transforming entire communities through our love of God and neighbor"
Yesterday the Commission on the General Conference ... read more
3/3/2022 - General Conference Further Postponed to 2024; Statement from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
Nashville, Tenn.: As the pandemic continues and the wait ... read more
2/22/2022 - Shepherding Survivors through Disaster Recovery
Read the story of Howard Hines, a case manager for the Louisiana Conference. Case managers are at the center of recovery ministry in ... read more
2/22/2022 - Sowing Seeds for Future Generations
The Wesley Center is constructing a new bunkhouse; a gracious gift from Rev. James O. Evans We recently interviewed Rev. Evans about... read more
2/17/2022 - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Announces Changes to Louisiana Conference Appointive Cabinet
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Announces Changes to Louisiana ... read more
2/4/2022 - Meet William Willoughby; New Communications Associate
The Communications Department has a new associate. William... read more
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2/3/2022 - Circuit Riders Learning Community
Ask any United Methodists about the phrase "Circuit Riders," and you'll likely get the traditional answer; in the earliest years of ... read more
1/31/2022 - Meet Charles Green; Set to Revitalize Campus Ministry at Southern University
Southern University and A&M College is the third-largest ... read more
1/28/2022 - Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services Announces Sarah Head as Director of Development and Public Relations
Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services, ... read more
1/26/2022 - Five Day Academy for Spiritual Formation
Seeing Anew, Living Forward Are you struggling with burnout? Ready to see anew and live forward? The Academy for Spiritual Formation... read more
1/13/2022 - Hotels Announced for 2022 Annual Conference
The 2022 Annual Conference will be held in Baton Rouge, June 14-17 inside the River Center, downtown Baton Rouge. We have worked with... read more
1/5/2022 - Annual Conference 2022; Back In-Person
UPDATE: We have an update to the dates asked for holding: Monday, June 13: A day of set up for tech crews and design team Tuesday,... read more
1/3/2022 - Restoring Homes and Hope in Lake Charles
“I saw people who have been depressed, but I think I saw a glimmer of hope today.” Coalition to begin work early January The ... read more
12/21/2021 - United Methodists Reach Settlement in Boy Scouts’ Bankruptcy Case
United Methodist Communications Office of Public Information... read more
12/16/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Shift Happens, Part 2 Leading the Change
In this special 2-part episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast,... read more
12/16/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Shift Happens, Part 1 Pastoring in the New, Now
In this special 2-part episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast,... read more
12/14/2021 - Stockings of Love and Surprise
As with many Christmas traditions, the origin story of Christmas stockings is heart-warming. The folk tale goes like this - a man, ... read more
11/29/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Heart That Grew Three Sizes
In this episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast, we catch up ... read more
11/25/2021 - Giving Thanks, In the Midst of It All
Greetings to you on this Thanksgiving Day. It has been quite a year again for us in Louisiana. Hurricane Ida crippled southeast ... read more
11/17/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Shift Happens, Strengthening the Black Church
Our guest for this episode of Louisiana NOW is Rev. Mike ... read more
11/17/2021 - New Coalition Brings New Hope to Storm-Ravaged Lake Charles
The Louisiana Conference is leading a new disaster relief ... read more
11/9/2021 - Lea: A Short Film
Mention the name Lea Joyner to anyone in the Louisiana Conference, and they'll likely tell you the story of a woman who had a giant ... read more
11/9/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Christmas Connection; A Conversation with Rev. Rachel Billups
Our guest in this episode is Rev. Rachel Billups from ... read more
11/8/2021 - Shift Happens
Shift Happens: Doing Ministry from the "Right Side" is no ordinary conference. It is a clarion call for the Black Church, Leaders, and... read more
11/3/2021 - A Term Online
Sitting in her office in Baton Rouge, LA, Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey led and directed the Council of Bishops fall meeting this week... read more
11/2/2021 - A Return to the Holy Land
Members of the Louisiana Conference, including Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey and her husband Dean, are excited and ready to return to ... read more
10/22/2021 - Grant Writing Webinar
Britney Winn Lee will join us for the Oct. 27th webinar to discuss the world of grant writing—specifically the identification of grant ... read more
10/21/2021 - "The Need Calls Us to Return and Return We Will"
Below is a letter from Jim Balthazar, a member of an ERT team from Westlake United Methodist Church in Austin, TX, of the Rio Texas ... read more
10/19/2021 - Important Information Regarding National Flood Insurance Program
There are about 8,000 expired National Flood Insurance ... read more
10/11/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Love God. Love People. Serve the World.
When Hurricane Ida struck southeast Louisiana, the ... read more
10/4/2021 - An Army of Angels
Miss Cat is sitting sideways at her kitchen table, where she has fed hungry friends, family, neighbors, and strangers with countless ... read more
9/28/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Meet Dr. Mona Lisa Saloy, Louisiana’s New Poet Laureate
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Dr. Mona ... read more
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9/24/2021 - Rest, Receive, Renew
You are invited to join Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey and fellow pastors for "Rest, Receive, Renew", a one-day retreat provided by the ... read more
9/23/2021 - Important FEMA Information for Churches
From the Office of Missional Engagement and Outreach: Churches in Jefferson, LaFourche, Orleans, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the... read more
9/21/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Holding People Together, A Conversation with Rev. Kirby Verret
The latest Louisiana NOW podcast features an interview with ... read more
9/17/2021 - We Belong to Each Other: What the Trees and United Methodists Know
Four months ago, I rode shotgun in a southbound vehicle on ... read more
9/15/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Answering God’s Call: A Conversation with Bill Howell
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Bill Howell,... read more
9/7/2021 - Alabama-West Florida Conference Gives $100,000 to Louisiana Conference for Ida Response
Bishop David Graves, resident bishop of the Alabama-West ... read more
9/6/2021 - Bill Howell Hired as New Director of Missional Engagement and Outreach
The Louisiana Conference is pleased to announce the hiring ... read more
9/5/2021 - A Lovesong for the Long-Haul: LA UMC Pastors on Hurricane Ida Aftermath
If Louisianans held anything in common last Saturday night, ... read more
8/31/2021 - FEMA Information
FEMA continues to work with federal, state and local partners as well as non-governmental agencies to support the needs of areas ... read more
8/29/2021 - Preparing to Respond; Help Now
As Hurricane Ida begins to impact Louisiana, one thing is for sure; the state will be facing a massive rebuild and recovery. We here ... read more
8/26/2021 - Preparing for a Storm
Hurricane season is upon us, and we want you, your family and your church to be as prepared as possible. Below is a list of actions you... read more
8/25/2021 - UMCOR Supports Afghans in Need
For more than 40 years Afghanistan has been wracked by wars, civil strife, invasion and massive amounts of arms shipped in from outside... read more
8/20/2021 - UMCOR Launches Haiti Response
The United Methodist Committee on Relief’s response to the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that rocked Haiti on August 14 is underway. The ... read more
8/18/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Art of Well Being
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Rev. Dr. Vicki Johnson who will be leading “The Art of Well Being”, a fall cohort ... read more
8/12/2021 - Spiritual Direction Integral to Healing in a Modern Children’s Home
By Rev. Beth Tuuta, Chaplain Louisiana Conference, The ... read more
8/11/2021 - Delta Variant Affecting Church Life in Louisiana
The Delta variant of COVID-19 has found safe haven in Louisiana. The state remains number one in the country for the number of new ... read more
8/9/2021 - Invitation to Lay Servant Ministries; Baton Rouge District
Baton Rouge District to hold Lay Servant Training, October ... read more
8/9/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Conversation with Chris Spencer
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
8/3/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: 504 Days, A Closer Look at the Launch of Mid City Church
It took 504 days for Mid City Church to launch. In this ... read more
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7/13/2021 - Fire at Vidalia United Methodist Church
On Sunday, July 11th, a fire consumed the Vidalia United Methodist Church. The fire resulted in a complete loss of the building that ... read more
7/9/2021 - The Legacy of Grand Chenier United Methodist Church
Grand Chenier United Methodist Church was completely ... read more
7/9/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: RE-AIR: Joan Ryan: Intangibles; Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry
We are re-airing this special episode, our interview with ... read more
7/7/2021 - Case Management: Offering Comfort, Care and Counsel
From Youth Ministry to Storm Recovery, Couple Does God’s ... read more
6/19/2021 - A 'Double Heartedness' View of Juneteenth
The following is a reflection by Rev. Dr. Johnathan Richardson, Pastor of Cornerstone United Methodist Church in New Orleans. Being a ... read more
6/12/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Hands and Feet of Christ: An Update from Lake Charles
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel heads to ... read more
6/11/2021 - Ripple Effects and Global Connections
“We can throw our pebble in the pond and be confident that its ever-widening circle will reach around the world. We repeat, there is ... read more
6/7/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: COVID Vaccines and Church; Where We Are, Where We Are Headed
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
6/1/2021 - Simply Spirit-Led: How ‘The Bridge’ is Bypassing Complication for Community
Rev. Chris Hyde, recipient of this year's Harry Denman ... read more
5/28/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: James Ridgway, An Update on Israel
In this episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast, we visit with ... read more
5/26/2021 - Looking Back at the 2021 Annual Conference
For the second year in a row, the 2021 Annual Conference was held virtually, via ZOOM webinar with a theme of 'Story' grounding the ... read more
5/22/2021 - "Our Story", Bishop Harvey's Episcopal Address, 2021 Annual Conference
Let me invite you on a journey. The bus winds around the ... read more
5/21/2021 - Bishop Harvey Delivers a Stirring Ordination Sermon, 2021 Annual Conference
Matthew 13:1-3,9 NRSV In the beginning, was a story and ... read more
5/21/2021 - Time to Become A Beacon
United Methodists in Storm-Weary Lake Charles Reflect and Respond to Flash Flooding Helen Page was with four other Methodist ... read more
5/20/2021 - Leadership Transition at Office of Missional Engagement and Outreach to Begin in August
Rev. Elaine Burleigh is announcing her retirement from ... read more
5/20/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: May Flooding in Louisiana, How You Can Help
If you would like to help the relief efforts in Louisiana, ... read more
5/18/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Vision Days, with Rev. Sam Hubbard
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Rev. Sam Hubbard takes ... read more
5/17/2021 - May 2021 Flooding in Southwest Louisiana
Call the Louisiana Conference Disaster Response Hotline, 337-476-1080, for help with the May flooding Spring thunderstorms often bring... read more
5/10/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Christian Peacemaking and the Role of Forgiveness
In the latest episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel ... read more
5/7/2021 - United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana Reaches $200M in Assets: Celebrates at Annual Meeting
“We’ve reached $200 million in assets under management,” ... read more
5/7/2021 - United Methodist Women Program Advisory Group Hold First Meeting of 2021-2024 Quadrennium
By Tara Barnes, Editor, response magazine, United Methodist ... read more
5/4/2021 - Mission u: Learning Together for the Transformation of the World
What it is: Each year, United Methodist Women prepare for ... read more
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4/29/2021 - Petitions to the 2021 Annual Conference
Petition 1 Submitted by: Donnie Wilkinson Subject: A Resolution on Committing to the Work of Anti-Racism in The Louisiana Conference ... read more
4/27/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Hurricane Help; Continuing to Provide
In today’s episode, Todd Rossnagel visits with Rev. Elaine ... read more
4/27/2021 - George “Buzzy” Anding Elected President-Elect of the United Methodist Church Conference Chancellors Association
Baton Rouge attorney George “Buzzy” Anding has been elected ... read more
4/27/2021 - Hurricane Recovery Update: Case Management Begins in Louisiana
On Sunday, April 25th, dozens gathered together inside St. ... read more
4/20/2021 - Bishop Harvey: "Add Your Voice for Justice"
"But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream.” Amos 5:24 The past few weeks, as I caught ... read more
4/16/2021 - Manos Juntas VIM Mexico
Manos Juntas (Hands Together) Mexico is a ministry of the Methodist Church of Mexico serving the people and churches of Northeast ... read more
4/13/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: An Update from the Front Lines
It was one year ago when Rev. Tiffani Lyon joined us on the ... read more
3/26/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast:
In this episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast, we share the Easter Story. The reading by Todd Rossnagel comes from a variety of ... read more
3/23/2021 - Kairos; Planning a Return After COVID
Kairos volunteers are planning for the day when visits will be allowed at B.B. “Sixty” Rayburn Correctional Center (RCC) in Angie, ... read more
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3/22/2021 - A March Ordination
Two ordinands were not able to join us for the Celebration of Ministry Service in November due to COVID exposure. On Saturday March 20,... read more
3/16/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Year of Trauma, Supporting Clergy
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we are joined by Rev. Dr. ... read more
3/10/2021 - 2021 UMAC Awards
Congratulations to the Office of Communications as they brought home several awards during Wednesday's United Methodist Association of ... read more
3/10/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Louisiana NOW, Best in Class
Recently, the Louisiana NOW podcast was awarded first and ... read more
3/8/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Conversation with Rob Fairly: Giving Thanks for a Lifetime of Service
Recently, Rob Fairly, President and CEO of the The United ... read more
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3/6/2021 - Winter Shock Clean-Up
We know some are still struggling to recover from the winter weather that struck us a few weeks ago. Our partners at Crisis Cleanup are... read more
2/25/2021 - News from the United Methodist Foundation: "A Great Legacy of Servant Leadership"
Rob Fairly The United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana ... read more
2/23/2021 - Pre-Conference Reports, Annual Conference 2021
Plans are quickly coming together for the 2021 Session of the Louisiana Annual Conference, May 22, with our digital partners, GoodNews ... read more
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2/16/2021 - Email Spoofing
From time to time, suspect emails arrive in inboxes that appear to come from someone within the Louisiana Conference organization. ... read more
2/13/2021 - Webinar Update: "A Courageous Recommendation"
On Saturday, a webinar was held for U.S. delegates and other designated participants to hear matters regarding options for General ... read more
2/8/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Hunger in Louisiana
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we look at how the pandemic is affecting the hunger problem in Louisiana. We are joined by Mike ... read more
1/21/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Sacred Resistance: A Conversation with Rev. Ginger Gaines-Cirelli
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
1/15/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Update from Washington: A Conversation with Bishop LaTrelle Easterling
Bishop LaTrelle Easterling is the episcopal servant and ... read more
1/11/2021 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Both/And: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
1/10/2021 - I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
Like many of you, I have been processing the events of last week. I watched in horror as an angry mob stormed the United States ... read more
1/5/2021 - United Methodist Volunteers in Mission
Mission Updates Happy New Year! 2020 was certainly an unusual year with many things that we wish would have been different. What would... read more
12/30/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Year in Review: Looking Back at 2020
In this episode, we look back at an eventful 2020. From ... read more
12/24/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Redemption of Scrooge, A Conversation with Rev. Matt Rawle
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Rev. Matt ... read more
12/21/2020 - Praying for Hawaii
Pray for the residents of Hawaii Late Sunday night, the Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii erupted after a 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck ... read more
12/18/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Creative Hands
In this episode, we explore the creative arts - specifically that of sewing and pottery. During the 2020 Celebration of Ministry ... read more
12/9/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Ordinands of 2020
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we catch up with the 2020 Class of Ordinands. This year, Clair Carter, Leah Gaughan, Susan Lawrence, ... read more
11/24/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Our 50th Episode
We’ve turned 50! In this special episode, we share clips from some of our past 49 episodes. From the pandemic to racial injustice to ... read more
11/23/2020 - The 2020 Annual Conference Summary Report
The 50th gathering of the Louisiana Annual Conference took an unexpected and unprecedented turn as attendees gathered virtually this in... read more
11/21/2020 - 2020 Episcopal Address, Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
What troubles have we seen? What mighty conflicts past? ... read more
11/11/2020 - 2020 Celebration of Ministry; Ordaining in the Midst of a Pandemic
As a result of social distancing and many of the unknowns ... read more
11/3/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Election Day, Praying for Peace
In this special episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast, we are... read more
10/29/2020 - Zeta Strikes Louisiana
Earlier this week, when Hurricane Zeta threatened the Louisiana coast, the storm became the seventh named storm to have its 'cone of ... read more
10/28/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Praise Him in the Hallway
We were recently back in Lake Charles to cover the relief efforts and caught up with Rev. Amy Duhon Castro who shares her story of ... read more
10/23/2020 - Asbury UMC Supply Depot Closes, Donation Collection Moves to Lake Charles
The Disaster Response Ministry of the Louisiana Conference ... read more
10/23/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Previewing 2020 Annual Conference with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Bishop ... read more
10/19/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: “It Looks Like People Are Forgetting About Us”, An Update on Hurricane Recovery in Louisiana
The back-to-back hurricanes have caused many problems in ... read more
10/15/2020 - Global Mission Fellow US-2 Track
Do you know a young adult who desires to address the root causes of injustice in their community while living out their faith? The ... read more
10/15/2020 - Staying Safe While Recovering
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is sharing important information to keep you and your family safe during and ... read more
10/12/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: “Loss Upon Loss”, Hurricane Delta Strikes Southwest Louisiana
Hurricane Delta has struck southwest Louisiana, just as the ... read more
10/12/2020 - Bent, But Not Broken
Unbelievable. Not one, but two hurricanes. Back to back. It all seems like a bad dream, but we know it’s not. It is all too real: the ... read more
9/28/2020 - An Update on Hurricane Laura Recovery
Since Hurricane Laura made landfall on August 27, the Louisiana Conference responded and continues to respond to the disasters from ... read more
9/25/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Jewels in Your Crown: On the Ground in Lake Charles
In this special episode of the Louisiana NOW podcast, Todd ... read more
9/25/2020 - Work Day in Lake Charles, Saturday October 10th
The clean up needed in southwest Louisiana is extensive. Another workday has been scheduled for Saturday, October 10th at Moss Bluff ... read more
9/24/2020 - The Right Resource for the Right Time
Methodist Children's Home to Host Disaster Response Volunteers It's hard to fathom anyone describing a storm as "worse than Katrina", ... read more
9/21/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Dr. Walter Kimbrough, President, Dillard University
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
9/17/2020 - I AM Her Women’s Leadership Summit
General Commission on the Status and Role of Women and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary Presents I AM Her Women’s Leadership ... read more
9/15/2020 - ERT Training: Needed Now More Than Ever
In the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, the Office of Missional Engagement and Outreach is offering two ERT training events this Friday, ... read more
9/15/2020 - Saving the Cross
As Hurricane Laura made landfall in southwest Louisiana, Brenella Nickson sat on her sofa with her grandson in Welsh, Louisiana, 25 ... read more
9/13/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: No Power, No Problem
Power remains out in southwest Louisiana, but that did not stop several churches in the Lake Charles district from worshipping ... read more
9/11/2020 - Work Day in DeRidder
The clean up needed in southwest Louisiana is extensive. DeRidder is a community just north of Lake Charles and it was hit hard by ... read more
9/9/2020 - Continuing Education Opportunity
If there has been one constant in 2020, it’s been the theme of “change”. Two institutions are providing resources to help manage “... read more
9/8/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Labor of Love, Helping Louisiana After Laura
In this special edition of the Louisiana NOW podcast, host ... read more
9/3/2020 - "We Need to Do Something!"
It was October of 2018, and Hurricane Michael was striking Panama City, FL. The category five storm would kill 16 people and cause over... read more
9/3/2020 - ERT Callout: Help Needed in Lake Charles
From: Rev. Bob Deich, Coordinator, Early Response Teams The path of destruction from Hurricane Laura is immense, and we have over ... read more
8/31/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: An Update on Hurricane Laura, How You Can Help
Hurricane Laura has left behind destruction that will be ... read more
8/29/2020 - A Note About Contractor Fraud
One of the least expected dangers that follow a storm is fraudulent contractors trying to scam unsuspecting business and homeowners. ... read more
8/29/2020 - How to Help
Give Now How To Help Support for this project was provided by a grant from UMCOR Here is a list of immediate ways you or your church ... read more
8/27/2020 - Bishop Harvey: "The people of Louisiana are resilient and never more so than at times like these"
While today is a devastating day, the days ahead will likely... read more
8/27/2020 - Hurricane Laura Updates
Updated information as Hurricane Laura crosses Louisiana read more
8/26/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Preparing for Hurricane Laura
Hurricane Laura will strike Louisiana as a Category 4 storm.... read more
8/23/2020 - Preparing for Marco and Laura
Louisiana braces for two storms in one week. read more
8/17/2020 - The Promise of Advent: Preparing for a Season of Hope During Unparalleled Times
Hope, faith, joy, and peace. These Advent messages are ... read more
8/17/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Joan Ryan: Intangibles; Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry
Joan Ryan is an award-winning journalist and the author of ... read more
8/14/2020 - American Red Cross: Turn Compassion into Action
American Red Cross Turn Compassion Into Action! Become a Red Cross Volunteer Today! Be ready to help your local community! Due to ... read more
8/12/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Rob Fairly, An Update from the Foundation
The United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana exists to serve... read more
8/7/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Frank & Ed: A Shared Experience
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we share the story of Rev.... read more
7/31/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Dismantling Racism: Anti-Blackness
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we look back at the final ... read more
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7/21/2020 - A New Web Site Experience
You talked. We listened. We got busy. After months of hard work, we are excited to announce our newly designed website officially. ... read more
7/19/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Conversation with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we catch up with Bishop ... read more
7/15/2020 - Finding Peace in an Anxious World
A five part, in-depth Spiritual Growth course sponsored by Louisiana Conference United Methodist Women Finding Peace in an Anxious ... read more
7/12/2020 - Louisiana United Methodists Stand Against Racism
Racism is a sin. As Christians, we know and proclaim that racism is a sin. But what's next? How do we help eradicate racism and foster ... read more
7/11/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Dismantling Racism: White Privilege
In Episode 2 of a special series of episodes regarding ... read more
7/11/2020 - Masks Required, Responding to a Rise in Cases
Beginning Monday, masks will be required by the state of Louisiana when entering any establishment statewide. This includes church. read more
7/10/2020 - Jennifer Swann, New Conference Lay Leader
Jennifer Swann is the new Conference lay leader for the new quadrennium, replacing Terell Deville. Swann, a member of University United... read more
7/3/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Dismantling Racism: A Christian Response
This is a special edition of the Louisiana NOW podcast. Over... read more
7/1/2020 - Fixing the Appointments, Virtually
Typically, I have the privilege of "fixing" the appointments at the closing of our Annual Conference session. Due to the postponement ... read more
7/1/2020 - 'First-Ever', A Phrase Rev. Karli Pidgeon Knows Well
Rev. Karli Pidgeon is the new District Superintendent of ... read more
7/1/2020 - UMC Town Hall: Dismantling Racism
The upcoming July 4th holiday has many of us in the United States thinking about our nation's history. read more
6/18/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: No Pain, No Growth: A Conversation with Dr. Craig Gilliam
Dr. W. Craig Gilliam joins us to discuss how we can listen ... read more
6/15/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: New to Town: The Story of Rev. Gregg Taylor
Imagine moving over 1,000 miles to a new appointment. Rev. ... read more
6/10/2020 - Being Part of the Solution, Anti-Racism Resources
The work of studying and sharing anti-racism is an integral part of our call as Jesus followers. We have compiled a list of resources... read more
6/9/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Remember Our Why: A Conversation with Rev. Junius Dotson
The 2020 Annual Conference in June would have featured Rev. ... read more
6/8/2020 - Grant Applications
Peace With Justice Grant Application Purpose: To support programs, projects, and training (workshops, conferences, and study tours) ... read more
6/4/2020 - Guidelines for Worship in Phase 2
On Thursday, June 4, Governor John Bel Edwards issued a proclamation officially moving Louisiana to Phase Two of Reopening. This ... read more
6/4/2020 - Preparing for Cristobal
2020 has brought its fair share of challenges, and it continues with the start of hurricane season. The season began just this week, ... read more
6/2/2020 - Louisiana BMCR Revival
Register today for the Louisiana BMCR Revival read more
6/2/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Black Methodists for Church Renewal: A Louisiana Revival
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with Rev. Clifton... read more
6/1/2020 - Bishop Harvey to Serve as Louisiana Area Bishop Through Postponed Jurisdictional Conference
Every four years, each of the five U.S. geographical ... read more
6/1/2020 - Preparing for Hurricane Season
The 2020 hurricane season is upon us and the National Hurricane Center expects this season to be unusually active. This could mean ... read more
5/26/2020 - An Update from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
Ever since the COVID-19 began spreading throughout Louisiana, United Methodist churches have been asked to not hold in-person worship ... read more
5/24/2020 - Noel Memorial UMC Serving During the Pandemic
How do you continue to serve the hungry in your community during a pandemic? That was the challenge faced by Noel Food Pantry, a ... read more
5/22/2020 - Todd Rossnagel, Communicator of the Year
The United Methodist Association of Communicators named Todd Rossnagel, director of communications for the Louisiana Conference, as ... read more
5/21/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Transformation with Rev. Sam Hubbard
Rev. Sam Hubbard has been appointed as the next Associate ... read more
5/20/2020 - Do Hard Things
We are living in unprecedented times and have experienced a complete shift in ministry methods. Now, as plans for the first phases of ... read more
5/19/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Launching in the Midst of a Pandemic
Can you imagine launching a church? It doesn’t happen every ... read more
5/18/2020 - Live-Streaming Jesus: Adapting to Preaching On Line
DRESS WITH INTENTION Preachers everywhere are deciding to ... read more
5/17/2020 - Conference, Webinar Regarding Re-Entry Guidelines
Join us Wednesday, May 20th at 3:00 pm for a Conference-wide webinar focused on the re-entry guidelines. While Governor John Bel ... read more
5/15/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Conversation with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel catches up ... read more
5/14/2020 - Annual Conference 2020: An Update on What's Next
As a result of social distancing and many of the unknowns that we are currently facing concerning COVID-19, Annual Conference 2020 has ... read more
5/11/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Listen First: A Conversation with Dr. Graham Bodie
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with past LSU ... read more
5/7/2020 - Re-Entry Guidelines, Considerations and Key Questions
United Methodists in the Louisiana Conference have done and ... read more
5/7/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: A Conversation with Rev. Karli Pidgeon
Rev. Karli Pidgeon is a pastor in the Louisiana Conference ... read more
5/6/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Listen First: A Conversation with Dr. Graham Bodie
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, we visit with past LSU ... read more
5/1/2020 - Bishop Harvey, President of the Council of Bishops, Gavel Passed During First Virtual COB Meeting
Bishops of the United Methodist Church gathered around ... read more
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4/30/2020 - The Latest From Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey; Stay Extended, "Care for Yourself"
From Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey On Monday, Louisiana ... read more
4/28/2020 - Rev. Sam Hubbard to Office of Congregational Development and Transformation
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey has appointed Rev. Sam Hubbard ... read more
4/28/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Unleashing the Word and Seeing Pastors as People: A Conversation with Christine Parton Burkett
Christine Parton Burkett has worked with preachers at Duke ... read more
4/28/2020 - UMCOR Launches COVID Response
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is expanding its efforts in the fight against the novel coronavirus and the disease it... read more
4/27/2020 - E-Panel Discussion: Coronavirus at the Crossroads of Faith and Science
GBHEM E-Resources is preparing its first live e-panel ... read more
4/27/2020 - Houses of Worship: COVID-19 Best Practices Webinar
We hope you are all staying safe and healthy as we face the COVID-19 Pandemic. This virus has forced each faith community to prepare ... read more
4/26/2020 - Mental Health Resources
During this time of heightened stress and uncertainty, we have been working to ensure you and your employees are taken care of and have... read more
4/24/2020 - An Announcement from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey and the Cabinet of the Louisiana Conference
I have made the decision to appoint Rev. Katie McKay Simpson... read more
4/23/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Worst Groundhog Day: A Conversation with Rev. Donnie Wilkinson
It was April 1st, early in the morning, right in the midst ... read more
4/21/2020 - An Update from Bishop Harvey
As we prepare for yet another week of self-isolation, Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey urges all of us to remain patient - and we check in ... read more
4/21/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Dropped Into the Deep End, Embracing Technology
It was Thursday, March 12th - right in the heart of Lent, ... read more
4/17/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Angels on the Front Lines
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with Rev. Tiffanie Lyon, associate pastor at First UMC in Slidell and chaplain ... read more
4/16/2020 - COVID-19 DisAbility Resources and Tips
Access to Worship Actions Inclusive on-line worship and group participation Formatting, preparation, and videotaping Use an easy-to ... read more
4/13/2020 - Bishop Harvey "Amazed" at the Work of Louisiana Pastors
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey took time out of her Easter ... read more
4/13/2020 - Going on a Virtual Mission
Many of us had planned for months, gathered great teams and were prepared to lead amazing missions to one of our many wonderful mission... read more
4/13/2020 - Tornadoes Impact Easter Sunday
Rev. Chad Brooks, pastor of Foundry United Methodist Church in Sterlington, says running a live stream on Easter Sunday from his ... read more
4/12/2020 - Bishop Harvey's Holy Saturday Message
In the midst of a pandemic and a most unusual Easter worship, Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey shares a word of encouragement and reflects ... read more
4/8/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Special Edition: The Easter Story
This is a special edition of the Louisiana Now podcast, a ... read more
4/7/2020 - Amid Pandemic, Lydia Patterson Faces Difficulties Due to Border Closing
This report comes to us from David Burke, a colleague of ... read more
4/5/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Preparing for Easter, A Conversation with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
Recently Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey carved out some time ... read more
4/4/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Online Communion, A Conversation with Rev. Juan Carlos Huertas
The inability for churches to gather, due to ... read more
4/3/2020 - Executive Summary of Recent COVID-19 Legislation from the Office of Missional Engagement and Outreach
NOTE: This web page is updated constantly as new ... read more
4/3/2020 - Statistical Reporting Guidelines
The following Statistical Reporting guidelines are offered as we make our way through this pandemic experience. Continue to track ALL ... read more
4/2/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: An Update from New Orleans, Rev. Johnathan Richardson
Rev. Johnathan Richardson is the pastor of Cornerstone ... read more
4/1/2020 - Helping the Hungry During COVID-19
Food pantries in Louisiana have experienced a tripling of the number of clients. Supplies were at a critical level before COVID-19 and... read more
3/31/2020 - An Announcement from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey and the Cabinet of the Louisiana Conference
The Cabinet has continued to do its work. We are caring for ... read more
3/31/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Serving Those in Need
In this episode of Louisiana Now, we focus on the growing need of feeding those who are hungry. Food pantries in Louisiana have ... read more
3/29/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: How to Lead When You Don't Know Where You're Going: A Conversation with Susan Beaumont
How do you lead an organization stuck between an ending and ... read more
3/27/2020 - Louisiana's Foster Care Families Need Your Help
All three campuses of the Methodist Children's Home are still up and running during the pandemic - caring for 142 children with ... read more
3/26/2020 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Preliminary Summary and UMC Impact
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, the Senate passed the Families... read more
3/26/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: "God is in the Response”, A Conversation with Rev. Brian Mercer
Rev. Brian Mercer, pastor of First United Methodist Church, ... read more
3/24/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Sewing Up to Serve: Helping Those on the Front Lines
There are so many needs in this country as a result of the ... read more
3/23/2020 - An Update from Bishop Harvey: March 23
Today, it is with extreme pain that I ask that all Easter activities be canceled. This includes Easter Sunday in-person worship ... read more
3/22/2020 - Louisiana: Stay At Home Order
To further combat the spread of COVID-19 in Louisiana, Gov. Edwards issued a Stay at Home Order today, March 22, directing all ... read more
3/21/2020 - Holy Communion in the Midst of a Global Pandemic
We are living through a time that has not been experienced in generations. What follows is a series of tools that we hope help each of ... read more
3/21/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Preaching to an Empty Room, A Conversation with Alyce McKenzie
Our guest today is Rev. Dr. Alyce M. McKenzie, Professor of ... read more
3/20/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Tips on Tackling Technology
During these days, we are all finding new ways to worship, some of us online. Todd Rossnagel, host of the Louisiana Now podcast and ... read more
3/19/2020 - Employee Assistance Program
In a concerted effort to support clergy and their families during this time, we are pleased to announce an important new benefit that ... read more
3/18/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Latest with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
Matters in the world are changing on an almost hourly basis.... read more
3/18/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: How Coronavirus is Affecting Ministry in Louisiana
Rev. Lane Cotton Winn is the lead pastor of St. John’s ... read more
3/16/2020 - A Statement from Bishop Harvey: March 16
Today, I am asking you to postpone all in-person gatherings of all sizes and that you explore new and creative alternatives to ... read more
3/16/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Ministry in the Midst of Coronavirus
In this special edition of the Louisiana NOW podcast, we ... read more
3/14/2020 - Closure of 527 North Blvd.
As we all diligently work to slow the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing, beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, the Louisiana ... read more
3/13/2020 - Preparing for What's Next, Answering Your Questions
There are a lot of questions from a ministry perspective. To... read more
3/12/2020 - An Updated Statement from Bishop Harvey Regarding Coronavirus
After much consideration and prayer, it is my recommendation... read more
3/10/2020 - Bishop Harvey Responds to COVID 19: "Worship together, sensibly, and with good courage"
Coronavirus, the stock market, the election season - any one... read more
3/10/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Author and Pastor Matt Rawle
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits ... read more
3/3/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Money is Important with Rob Fairly
On this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
3/2/2020 - Beginning the Hard Work
Delegates from the South Central Jurisdiction of the United Methodist Church met on Feb. 20-22 to interview candidates for bishop and ... read more
2/24/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: The Theology of Missions with Rev. Elaine Burleigh
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
2/19/2020 - LA Gammon Task Force Hosts Gammon President-Dean at SU Career Fair
The LA Gammon Task Force hosted Dr. Ken Walden, ... read more
2/18/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: Rev. Katie McKay Simpson and Pathways
In this episode of Louisiana NOW, Todd Rossnagel visits with... read more
2/11/2020 - Louisiana NOW Podcast: An Interview with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey
Todd Rossnagel sits down with Bishop Harvey to discuss ... read more
1/12/2020 - "I Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way", Embrace Launches in Haughton
Embrace Church, a new church inside the Louisiana ... read more
1/8/2020 - Church of the Resurrection Offers Conference on Hospitality
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection will host ... read more
1/3/2020 - 'Reconciliation and Grace Through Separation', A Statement from Bishop Harvey
Bishop Harvey shares thoughts on the work undertaken by ... read more
12/30/2019 - Looking Ahead to 2020
There's always a lot going on. 2020 will be no different for the United Methodist Church and for the Louisiana Conference. From General... read more
12/19/2019 - United Methodist Church Christmas Campaign: "Not The Only One"
Have you noticed the United Methodist Church Christmas ... read more
12/5/2019 - NOLA Ready Community Emergency Response Training for Houses of Worship
Start off 2020 with a special Nola Ready 2 day training in... read more
11/11/2019 - 2020 Wesley Awards
We will once again celebrate innovative ministry happening across our Conference during Annual Conference 2019. Is there a mission, ... read more
11/6/2019 - Bishop Harvey Elected President, Council of Bishops
During the November meeting of the Council of Bishops in ... read more
10/30/2019 - Episcopal Nominations Due November 15
The Louisiana Annual Conference Delegation has begun a process of discerning episcopal candidates from Louisiana for potential ... read more
10/24/2019 - Honduras Mission Trip
In 2011, working with United Methodist Missionaries in Honduras, St. Luke-Simpson United Methodist Church sent its first team into ... read more
10/15/2019 - An Update from Manos Juntas Mexico
A ministry of the Eastern Conference of the Methodist Church of Mexico. read more
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10/11/2019 - United Methodist Men Give Day
United Methodist Men is expanding its mission to enable all men and all youth to have an on-growing relationship with Jesus Christ. As ... read more
9/27/2019 - Global Mission Fellows Program
The Global Mission Fellows Program is accepting applications through Jan. 7, 2020. This two-year program is a wonderful way for young ... read more
9/23/2019 - World Communion Sunday, October 6
“In remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living ... read more
9/16/2019 - Save the Dates!
Save the Dates! Annual Conference 2020 will be held June 10-13, 2020 in Shreveport in the Shreveport Convention Center. If you would ... read more
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9/10/2019 - ArkLaTex Lectures to Feature Rev. Dr. Paul Scott Wilson, Premier Teacher of Preachers
One of this generation’s leading scholars in homiletics will... read more
9/2/2019 - Close to Home
Big Spring is my hometown. My brother and his family, and many, many cousins still live in this small West Texas town. It is common for... read more
8/22/2019 - Methodist College Day
You are invited to the 2019 United Methodist College Day, held September 29 from 3-5pm at First United Methodist in Baton Rouge. There... read more
8/12/2019 - Back-To-School, From Belle Chasse to Rio Bravo
When it comes to church calendars, there are two primary seasons: Easter and Christmas. If you ask any pastor, next on the list might ... read more
8/6/2019 - A Call to Discipleship: Living as Disciples of a Non-Violent Lord in a Time of Violence
UMC bishops call for discipleship; urge end to white ... read more
8/4/2019 - "Resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they represent"
Like so many of you, I am growing weary of the violence in ... read more
7/13/2019 - Welcome to Town
Ask any pastor, and they will quickly tell you there are moments in ministry that you simply cannot train for or expect. Right now, ... read more
7/10/2019 - Bracing for Barry
All Louisianians have eyes toward the Gulf as we continue to monitor the developments of the storm, which could be named Barry. The ... read more
7/8/2019 - Registration Now Open for Leadership Institute 2019
Registration is now open for Leadership Institute 2019, held... read more
6/26/2019 - A Sunday of Solidarity for Suffering Children
From UMCOR: In light of the recent news about children in U.S. government holding facilities along the U.S.-Mexico border, the United ... read more
6/25/2019 - Looking Back at Annual Conference 2019
The Theme: In Love The theme “Making Disciples, Transforming the World,” which began in 2018, continued at this year’s Annual ... read more
6/13/2019 - Serena Eckert Joins the Office of Congregational Development and Transformation
The Louisiana Conference is excited to announce that Serena ... read more
6/13/2019 - The Louisiana Delegation: Annual Conference Election Results
Every quadrennium at Annual Conference, delegates from all ... read more
6/11/2019 - Petition #1
Even those who disagreed with Andrew Smith’s petition admired the lay delegate from Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church in New ... read more
6/11/2019 - The Gift of Love
Can you imagine if you were just a casual observer today? Or what if you stumbled into this space or maybe on the live stream. The pomp... read more
6/10/2019 - Episcopal Address, Annual Conference 2019
The love of God is here! The love of God is here to stay, Embracing those who walk God’s way! Embracing those who walk God’s way! ... read more
5/15/2019 - Bishop Harvey Previews Annual Conference 2019
This year’s Annual Conference will be a critical time for us to gather as the faithful people called Louisiana United Methodists. Last... read more
5/6/2019 - Jessica Lowe Reports on Her Interreligious Pilgrimage
The Council of Bishops recently sponsored Rev. Jessica Lowe,... read more
5/3/2019 - #RustonStrong
Two people were killed, and more than 1,200 homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed. Officials estimate that approximately 500 ... read more
5/1/2019 - 'Attitude of Gratitude' Is Focus at Foundation’s Annual Meeting
“An Attitude of Gratitude” was the theme at the United ... read more
4/29/2019 - Bishop Harvey Reflects on Judicial Council Rulings
As many of you may have heard by now, the Judicial Council, (the Supreme Court of the United Methodist Church) delivered its rulings on... read more
4/27/2019 - Judicial Council Rules on Traditional Plan
Recently, the Judicial Council, known as The United Methodist Church’s top court, ruled on portions of the Traditional Plan, adopted by... read more
4/15/2019 - Nominations
Nancy Hopkins Local Church Membership: Rayne Memorial UMC District: New Orleans Why Do You Want To Serve? As a delegate to General ... read more
4/12/2019 - Bishop Harvey Responds to Church Fires in Louisiana
While authorities continue to investigate the fires of four ... read more
4/10/2019 - Engagement Beyond The Walls Workshop
The African American Church Vitality Task Force invites you to Engagement Beyond The Walls Workshop, Saturday, May 4, 2019, from ... read more
4/9/2019 - Office of Missional Outreach and Engagement
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey is pleased to announce Rev. Elaine Burleigh as the new Director of the Conference Office of Missional ... read more
4/4/2019 - Church Transformation: Come and See
After a year of working with pilot churches, we are ready to officially roll out the Church Transformation Process for the small ... read more
3/5/2019 - 2020 Oberammergau Passion Play
Join Bishop Cynthia Harvey & Jim and Lynette DeLaune for this exciting 10-day tour to Germany, Austria, and Prague. You'll explore ... read more
3/4/2019 - Clergy Spouse Retreat
Fill Me Up, Lord Spouses of clergy are often working hard behind the scenes to meet the expectations of so many – their mates, their ... read more
2/24/2019 - A Gift Two Years in the Making
Most of the 864 delegates arriving in St. Louis, Missouri for the Special Called Session of the General Conference, have been focused ... read more
2/13/2019 - An Engraved Thank You
Since the flood of 2016, Latasha Zachary of White Castle had endured daily living in a 70-year-old mold-filled trailer with a caved-in ... read more
2/4/2019 - 2020 Holy Land Tour with Bishop Harvey
Join Bishop Harvey the Louisiana Conference for this exciting 10-day tour to the Holy Land visiting sites from the Sea of Galilee area... read more
2/4/2019 - Prayers for Bishop Harvey and Cabinet
Bishop Harvey and the Cabinet of the Louisiana Conference have been in Woodworth this week starting the process known as 'inventory', ... read more
1/29/2019 - Wesley Center Stained Glass Windows
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the 2005 levee failures, the Louisiana Annual Conference made the difficult decision to sell ... read more
1/18/2019 - Church of the Resurrection Offers Two Conferences April 4-5
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection is excited ... read more
12/6/2018 - Pineville First United Methodist Church's United Methodist Men Receive Volunteers of the Year Recognition
Pineville First United Methodist Church's United Methodist ... read more
11/28/2018 - UMC Christmas Tour Returns to Shreveport
Those visiting Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets in Bossier City with visions of sugarplums might also get a glimpse of the true meaning of ... read more
11/25/2018 - Pidgeon to Strengthen Congregational Transformation Office
After an exhaustive search, the Louisiana Conference has ... read more
11/9/2018 - Reflecting On The Week
For the past week, I have been at the Council of Bishops meeting in St. Simons Island, GA. The work has been important, at times ... read more
9/20/2018 - "That We May Live Together"
“…the call was still there. What did it sound like? Something like: “Step out. Serve abroad. I have plans for you.” This is the call ... read more
9/13/2018 - Florence: How to Help
Hurricane Florence has brought catastrophic damage to the Carolinas. In fact, the storm is larger than North Carolina itself and is ... read more
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9/6/2018 - Annual Conference 2019: On The Move
The 49th session of Annual Conference, scheduled for June 9-12, 2019, (Sunday - Wednesday) will be moving from the Gold Dome to the ... read more
8/20/2018 - Rick Wheat Honored
The Louisiana Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics recently held its annual meeting and during the meeting, Rick Wheat, CEO of... read more
7/11/2018 - Dreams Do Come True
During the Essence Festival in New Orleans, the Apex Youth Center was designated as a destination for the day of service campaign. ... read more
7/11/2018 - Resetting the Vision
The African American Church Vitality Task Force invites churches and congregations interested in creating and understanding the vision ... read more
6/18/2018 - Way Forward
During the Annual Conference session in Shreveport this year, Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey provided an update from the Commission on a ... read more
6/13/2018 - Daughenbaugh Matheny and Hutchinson Scholarships
In 1950, the Howard L. Daughenbaugh Memorial Scholarship was established by the Board of Laity of the Louisiana Conference of The ... read more
6/13/2018 - Wesley Center: Thriving and Growing
The website for the Wesley Center in Woodworth invites retreat and conference goers to “Meet in the Middle,” a reference to its ... read more
6/12/2018 - Videos from Annual Conference
We've compiled a list of various videos that were featured at Annual Conference 2018. DVD's of the Episcopal Address, both talks by ... read more
6/11/2018 - Annual Conference 2018: Looking Back
Making Disciples; Transforming the World: Together The 48th session of the Louisiana Annual Conference was held June 6-9, 2018 in ... read more
6/9/2018 - Signs and Wonders
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Celebration of Ministry Service, Louisiana Annual Conference June 9, 2018 Long, long ago and far, far ... read more
6/8/2018 - Answering the Call
From licensed local pastors to deacons and elders, many were recognized at Annual Conference 2018. read more
6/8/2018 - In Memoriam...
The Louisiana Conference mourns and remembers those who we've lost in the past year and those who gave so much, so faithfully to a life... read more
6/7/2018 - Are We Yet Alive?
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey's Episcopal Address to the Louisiana Conference, June 7, 2018. read more
5/31/2018 - 2018 Retirees
Join us in honoring those who have faithfully served the Louisiana Annual Conference and are retiring in 2018. Pam Crews Dr. Pam... read more
5/25/2018 - Centenary to Digitize Louisiana United Methodist Women Publications
SHREVEPORT, LA — The Centenary College of Louisiana Archives... read more
5/25/2018 - Getting Ready
Hurricane season doesn't start until June 1 but that hasn't stopped the tropics from actively threatening our area. A tropical system... read more
5/17/2018 - VIM Training
Volunteers In Mission is a grassroots movement within The United Methodist Church designed to provide an official channel whereby ... read more
5/15/2018 - Know Someone Headed to College?
Young adulthood is the most decisive time for determining whether kids who grow up in the church will persist as lifelong Christian ... read more
4/13/2018 - Praying for Peace
From Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey: It’s never comforting to look on TV and see a headline reading “U.S. Bombs Syria”. This evening, ... read more
4/11/2018 - Church Historian Workshop
Zachary United Methodist Church hosted a district workshop for Church Historians January 24, 2018. Chris Brown, Archivist of Centenary... read more
3/27/2018 - Annual Conference 2018: Making Disciples, Transforming the World
The Louisiana Annual Conference Design Team is busy ... read more
3/24/2018 - 'And a child shall lead them...'
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Today, on my way to the Wesley Center in Woodworth, Louisiana for “Confirmation Day with the Bishop,” I ... read more
3/13/2018 - "Here for the Long Haul"
Louisiana Conference remains vigilant on the front lines of disaster relief Like everyone else caught up in the Great Baton Rouge ... read more
3/8/2018 - International Women's Day, A Reflection from Bishop Harvey
From Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey: This week while ... read more
3/2/2018 - Upper Room Prayer Line Support
Recently, the United Methodist Men met in Nashville where the Louisiana Conference received significant recognition for raising the ... read more
3/1/2018 - Strong Methodist Connection to Kairos on Death Row
There was a quiet hush in the back conference room of the Magnuson Hotel in St. Francisville, Louisiana where the Angola Kairos team ... read more
2/28/2018 - Council of Bishops Meeting
DALLAS - What is Christ’s way forward for doing mission and ministry in the worldwide United Methodist Church? That is the question ... read more
2/15/2018 - Rev. Dr. Derrick Hills Appointed District Superintendent
Rev. Dr. Derrick D. Hills has been appointed as a District ... read more
2/14/2018 - A Collective Ash Wednesday
Today, United Methodist pastors from around Shreveport and Bossier City came together on Valentine’s Day in the name of “Christ’s Love”... read more
2/8/2018 - Connectional Ash Wednesday
United Methodist pastors from around Shreveport and Bossier City are coming together on Valentine’s Day in the name of “Christ’s Love”.... read more
1/12/2018 - Clergy Convocation
Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey has asked all clergy under appointment to hold April 23-24, 2018 for a gathering. Together, we will ... read more
1/4/2018 - Brand Design | Annual Conference 2018
The Design Team for the United Methodist Church of the Louisiana Annual Conference is seeking a design to brand Annual Conference 2018.... read more
1/3/2018 - See All the People
Discipleship Ministries believes that for too long The United Methodist Church has looked for a quick fix to help guide our ... read more
12/29/2017 - Top Ten Stories of 2017
From social media to Louisiana NOW emails, there were plenty of stories published by the Communications department of the Louisiana ... read more
12/12/2017 - Laity Day Retreat
The Board of Laity would like you to save the date for the day-long laity retreat February 24th from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm at the Wesley ... read more
12/7/2017 - Work Still Needed, Teams Forming Now
It's been nearly 500 days since the August floods of 2016 and there is still plenty of work to be done. Meanwhile, to the west, the ... read more
12/6/2017 - Academy for Spiritual Formation
Since 1983 Upper Room Ministries® has offered a place for spiritually hungry pilgrims, whether clergy or lay, through the two-year ... read more
11/30/2017 - Finding Jesus
The year was 1943. America was in the midst of the second world war. Battles were raging all across the globe and American troops ... read more
11/27/2017 - Confronting Racism Like Christians
Save the Date! For those of you in the Baton Rouge District, we want to make sure you are aware of a special event in January. "... read more
11/27/2017 - UMC Christmas Tour Comes to Louisiana
What’s the true meaning of Christmas? Christmas celebrates closeness. It celebrates God coming close to humans in the form of Baby ... read more
11/8/2017 - Bishop Harvey Elected President-Designate
At this week’s Council of Bishop’s meeting in Lake Junaluska, North Carolina, Louisiana Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey was elected ... read more
11/6/2017 - Using Facebook LIVE for Prayers
Last week, the Louisiana Conference was asked to hold the United Methodist Church, and in turn the Commision on a Way forward in ... read more
10/27/2017 - Neighborly Love
In December of 2016, members of the Texas Annual Conference's cabinet traveled to Baton Rouge Louisiana where they helped repair ... read more
10/27/2017 - Sager Brown Celebrates 150 Years
By Sherise Henry A legacy of service, sacrifice and love were celebrated Saturday, October 21st as UMCOR Sager Brown recognized its 150... read more
10/10/2017 - 1,500 Miles to Help
UMC “hands and feet of Christ” stretch from New York to Louisiana read more
9/18/2017 - Centenary Partners with Perkins School of Theology
When Dr. Craig C. Hill, Dean of the Perkins School of Theology, walks around the campus of Centenary College, a school affiliated with ... read more
9/13/2017 - Blessed to Bless
August 2016 flood gives ERT member new perspective on helping others read more
9/13/2017 - Laity Retreat: Deepening Faith & Igniting Ministry
A letter from Terrel DeVille, Louisiana Conference Lay Leader Greetings to All, I want to personally invite you to attend a very ... read more
9/8/2017 - Now Accepting Teams For Harvey Relief
At this time, the Office of Missional Outreach and Engagement is accepting teams (4 or more persons) to register and assist those ... read more
9/4/2017 - BMCR Fall Revivals
The Louisiana BMCR (Black Methodists for Church Renewal) will be holding Fall District Revivals to revive, renew, and restore churches ... read more
9/4/2017 - ERT Training
The Louisiana Conference is constantly in need of certified ERT responders. Early Response Teams (ERT's) fill a specific need in the ... read more
9/4/2017 - World Communion Sunday, Oct. 1
World Communion Sunday is Sunday October 1st. read more
9/2/2017 - A Trailer Full of Love
It was Tuesday morning in Sulphur, Louisiana, and Rev. Austin Rinehart, an associate pastor of Henning Memorial United Methodist ... read more
9/1/2017 - A Coordinated Response
Watch as Rev. Laraine Teel Waughtal, Director of the Office of Missional Outreach and Engagement, and Rev. Roger Templeton stand near ... read more
8/30/2017 - Flood Bucket Locations
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is currently working with disaster coordinators and early response teams in Louisiana ... read more
8/30/2017 - Southwest Louisiana Fearing More Flooding
Rev. Roger Templeton is asking for Christians all over the world to pray for God's guiding hand of mercy in south Louisiana. ... read more
8/25/2017 - Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
A statement from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Usually, we are honored when... read more
8/24/2017 - Preparing for the Worst, Praying for the Best
As Harvey threatens the east coast of Texas and portions of south Louisiana, the Louisiana Annual Conference is prepared to respond in ... read more
8/18/2017 - Looking Back at Flood Recovery
By Betty Backstrom Aug. 18, 2017 | Baton Rouge, LA A year ago, Louisiana experienced historic flooding that affected thousands, ... read more
8/18/2017 - Bishop Harvey Looks Back at 2016 Flood
I remind you - this is when the Connection is at its best, when we support one another when we're called to love our neighbor in ... read more
8/18/2017 - A Word from Bishop Harvey on Charlottesville
As I watch the news feed from Charlottesville, VA come across my phone, my heart aches. Many of you have reminded us of perhaps the ... read more
8/18/2017 - Buddy Camp: "A God-Send"
By Bill Sumrall First United Methodist Church Alexandria Michelle Smith's oldest son, Casen, joined Buddy Camp at FUMC Alexandria ... read more
8/18/2017 - Grants for Vital Conversations and Peace-Making
Vital Conversations Grant The Louisiana Annual Conference Commission on Religion and Race is seeking to fund initiatives up to $500 ... read more
8/8/2017 - The DNA of Christians
“It is always about being the hands and feet and presence of Christ during the most difficult and vulnerable times in people’s lives,” ... read more
8/7/2017 - Save the Dates: Annual Conference 2018
Save the Dates! The dates for Annual Conference 2018 have been secured. Mark your calendars for June 6-9 in Shreveport/Bossier. ... read more
8/6/2017 - Wonder, Love and Praise: Sharing a Vision of The Church
From the opening words of Wonder, Love, and Praise: “United... read more
7/31/2017 - The Hope for Transformation
Rev. Dr. Gloria Fowler is just weeks into serving as new Director of Congregational Transformation and New Church Development for the ... read more
