UMC Deacons

Deacon Ministry Support, United Methodist General Board of Higher Education and Ministry

[The Black College Fund @BCFUMC]

Civil Rights icon Dr James Lawson in Memphis on this King anniversary weekend. At 90 years old, this King associate is still advocating justice and equity. He says we must keep at this work.

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Worth imitating this recommendation! It is a way to lead in this world of negativity and rage.

[Dr Cynthia A. Bond Hopson @drbondhopson]

"Do something wonderful, people may imitate it." - Albert Schweitzer #quotes #MondayMotivation

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

All United Methodists can take pride in this ministry we share. Through apportionments, we make it possible for 100% of all project-specific donations to suppprt the project.

[UMCOR @UMC_UMCOR]

Today is #UMCORSunday! For those in need of immediate relief from all-consuming flood waters, recovery from crop-crippling droughts, or compassion and care from being displaced from home, your gifts show the love of God in life-giving ways. Give online at https://t.co/x99NynJwiv

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

This is what "Jesus is Lord" means.

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

"I imagine my calling to be like the voice of the Teacher in Isaiah 30:21, a Presence within that whispers to me: "This is the way; walk in it,'" says Rev. Sherry Bryant-Johnson, a #deacon spiritual director, retreat leader & writer. Read her call story: https://t.co/qjRF4d2FmU

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Celebrating Charles Wesley, who continues to teach us to sing.

[Methodist Heritage @MethodistHerit]

Hymnwriter and founder of Methodism Charles Wesley passed away #OnThisDay 29 March 1788
#methodist #heritage #poetry #hymnwriter #wesleywisdom

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that there were 70,237 overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2017; 47,600 of them opioid-related. Can the church do anything to address this? The West Virginia Conference has some ideas to share. https://t.co/ZlVuUgRhGm

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

A U.S. Court of Appeals has concluded that the tax exemption for their housing costs is constitutional. The decision reversed a 2017 federal court ruling that the tax exemption amounted to an unconstitutional establishment of religion. https://t.co/1YReJ5y6yd

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

@eQuip_DMC https://t.co/R9BFxDqVyA

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

@eQuip_DMC Diakonia across the body of Christ share your concern for the poor and marginalized. We encourage you to investigate Diakonia of the Americas and Caribbean (DOTAC). Many Canadian deacons participate. We would love to get to know you!

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

#Deacons who are chaplains can also seek UMC Endorsement. Some of you are workplace chaplains!

[GBHEM @GBHEM]

Did you know that the United Methodist Endorsing Agency at GBHEM endorses chaplains for the workplace? #GBHEMLeads #UMEA #UMC #Chaplains https://t.co/M7Y55wLxOs

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

@MethodistGB Here is a great prayer for #deacons.

[The Methodist Church @MethodistGB]

#Prayer of the day:
Help us, by your Spirit, to be open to your transforming work in us, that through the lives we lead, we may work with you to bring about transformation in your world, for the benefit of others and for your glory.
https://t.co/bxyjpJ3Me5

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Armed groups' attacks on Ebola treatment centers in the Congo are hampering efforts to fight the growing epidemic of that disease. The #UMC continues to raise awareness there in partnership with @umcmission & @HarperHillGlobl, a UMC #deacon-led ministry. https://t.co/OqphANYf0B

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Parish/Faith Community Nurses: Registration closes TODAY for Westberg Symposium for Faith Community Nursing: "In These Times: Serving Through Adversity," April 8-10, 2019; First Baptist Broad Church, Memphis, TN. #faithcommunitynurses https://t.co/V3n1tI8uIS

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

@UMC_UMCOR @wpaumc @UMWomen Diakonia leading the church into ministry to the world! Way to be "a kind of Jesus Christ," as Ignatius called us.

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Be sure to remind your church of the value of this world-changing offering for @UMC_UMCOR Sunday! It is another way to connect church and world--and historically, #deacons led giving for those in need.

[UMC Giving @umcgiving]

It’s not too late to prepare for UMCOR Sunday! The Connectional Giving Team has supplied you with the perfect resources to encourage your congregation to give generously on UMCOR Sunday. https://t.co/9jYB8gk2qW @UMC_UMCOR @umcmission #UMCOR

[United Methodist News @UMNS]

Cyclone Idai left path of destruction in Mozambique, Zimbabwe & Malawi, killing at least 180 people, damaging #UMC schools, churches, hospitals and homes. #UMC mobilizing to help https://t.co/o67AHZxdJg @umcmission @UMC_UMCOR

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

Deacons, a number of you lead creation-care ministries. How about this idea: An Eco District and Eco Circuit?

[JPIT @PublicIssues]

Revd Michaela Youngson, President of @MethodistGB on Eco Circuit. "Today the Methodist Church, is launching Eco Circuit and Eco District, enabling the Methodist Church to respond at every level." https://t.co/3IYE3AtW6Q @GreenChristian_ @ARochaUK @Stphotina @Christian_Aid @CTBI

[UMC Deacons @UMCDeacons]

The #UMC colleges and universities offer a strong education and form leaders. Your high-school youth can check them out:

[UM Schools, Colleges & Universities @umcscu]

Many of our @UMChurch related institutions are elite in their academic programs and should be considered by students looking for a college home. @GBHEM https://t.co/VdOQdfOAOl