United Methodist News

Oklahoma pastor asks prayers after tornado

D.A. Bennett, who got news of his son’s safety but must perform funeral for another child, describes “how desperately we need prayers.”

Individuals concerned after storms in U.S. asked to pray but not self-deploy to disaster areas. Find out the best ways to help.

Losing the national newspaper like ‘the death of a family member or friend,’ says one longtime reader and alum.

A couple’s shared love of hockey spawned a ministry that helps kids develop in every aspect of their lives.

United Methodist Church and Methodist Church of Mexico reach out to those trapped between nations, hiding and becoming prey to many.

‘God’s mercy will outlast all national boundaries,’ says pastor as bishops join faithful for Holy Communion while standing in two nations.

UMR Communications, publisher of the Reporter and 45 other editions, traces history to pre-Civil War Methodist newspapers in Texas.

Florida pastor sees congregation grow by 25 percent in one Sunday as he does ‘what a pastor is called to do.’

“As a church,” says successful-aging leader Barbara Bruce, “we must not let our older members languish and become stagnant.”

First responders receive blessings and healing after witnessing “a vision that no one should” at scene of Dec. 14 tragedy.