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  • Six Southeastern Jurisdiction pastors honored for men's ministry

    July 21st, 2010

    Six local pastors, including the first female, received G. Ross Freeman Leadership Awards for 2010.Sharma LewisThe Rev. Sharma D. Lewis, pastor of Wesley Chapel UMC, McDonough, Ga., received the award for her commitment to the work of the men at her church. Her ministry resulted in phenomenal growth both in number and in spirit. “Rev. Lewis boldly preaches and … … read more

  • A memorable return trip to Haiti

    July 8th, 2010

    Photo: Gil Hanke (with pick axe) digs a trench for the foundation of a security wall for a church and school in Mellier, Haiti. Photo by Kurtis Kraus   By Gil HankeThis was unlike any of my earlier 30 overseas mission trips, but it is one that I will treasure in a special way.  I volunteered to lead a Haiti mission team from the Texas Annual… … read more

  • Larry Malone to retire at end of year

    June 30th, 2010

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. –– After 13 years of service as the director of men’s ministry of the General Commission on UM Men, Larry Malone will retire on Dec. 31, 2010.The popular speaker and leader will continue to serve as president of the men’s affiliate of the World Methodist Council and a leader in the Stop Hunger Now effort to … … read more

  • Turner Center to help certify future specialists in men’s ministry

    June 18th, 2010

    Photo left to right: Dr. James Hudnut-Beumler, dean of Vanderbilt Divinity School; M. Douglas Meeks, director of the Turner Center, Cal Turner Jr., and J. Thomas Laney, associate director of Turner programs. NASHVILLE, Tenn. –– The Nashville-based Turner Center for Church Leadership and Congregational Development will help certify future men… … read more