Basketball tournament now open to teams from local churches, districts and annual conferences

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––Teams from annual conferences, districts and local churches may now enter teams for the basketball tournament scheduled for the July 12-14 National Gathering of United Methodist Men.

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An interview with a Newtown firefighter after receiving SFS book

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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In Memoriam Tom Hull

Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

PLANO, Texas––Thomas Howard Hull Jr. 73, former president of the North Texas Conference UM Men (2001-2004) and former treasurer of the National Association of Conference Presidents (2005-2008), died April 21.

Responders in Newtown, Boston and West, Texas Receive Daily Devotional Books

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Jon Christensen, the Rev. Ken Kieffer, and Royston Bailey greet Newtown first responders Ken Carlson, Bob Virgalla and Rob Sibley and present them with copies of Strength for Service. Photo by Arthur McClanahan

UM Men send devotional books to Texas, Boston, Newtown and Nashville

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

WEST, Texas–– Dennis Rejcek, a district president of UM Men in the Central Texas Conference, delivered 200 copies of Strength for Service to God and Community to first responders in West, Texas, site of an ...

‘We bought the bus!

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Using the plan in which 20 conferences invited 20 churches to encourage 20 people to give $20, United Methodist Men were able to exceed the goal amount to purchase this bus for the Vietnam United Methodist Church. Photos by Linda Hedden....

Conference seeks 100 percent charter status

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Ross Brightwell, president of Eastern Pennsylvania UM Men

AMBLER, Pa.--UM Men of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference is encouraging all conference churches to charter as UM Men organizations. The effort is ...

United Methodist Men support book of daily devotions for first responders

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

First books to be given in Newtown, Connecticut

“I see so much of the bad that goes in a community––sickness, injuries and death–&nda...

United Methodist Men reduce costs of National Gathering

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––It just got less expensive to attend the popular National Gathering of United Methodist Men.

The United Methodist Men team has responded to requests for special “commuter prices.&...

In Memoriam ––William Earl (Bud) Sears, III

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Bud Sears, 67, of Sugar Hill, Ga., passed away Jan. 20, 2013.

Bud was a men’s ministry specialist, president of the North Georgia Conference of UM Men, a graduate of the UM Licensing School for Pastoral Ministry, and ...

In Memoriam -- Robert Mann

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Robert Mann, former president of North Central New York UM Men, died Dec. 30, 2012 in Dundee, N.Y., at age 91.

Robert served as lay leader of the North Central New York Conference and he was and nicknamed by church colleagues &...

In Memoriam Bill Cook

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

William (Bill) Cook, president of Oregon-Idaho Conference UM Men, died Nov. 22, 2012, in Beaverton, Oregon at age 81.

Born March 22, 1931 in Oakland, Calif., Bill spent his childhood in Ogden, Utah. He graduated fro...

UM men invited to national basketball tournament

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––Has your church always wanted to claim it is a national champion?

It may make such a claim if its church-sponsored team can win a summer 3-on-3 national United Methodist Men bas...

In Memoriam –– Dale Waymire

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Dale Waymire holds the first “Dale Waymire Leadership Award,” presented to him at the September 2007 meeting of the United Methodist Men Foundation. Waymire served as the first president of the foundation in 1981 and ...

UM Men launch website for July assembly

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––Thousands of United Methodist Men from around the world are planning to attend the 11th National Gathering of United Methodist Men.

The General Commission on UM Men has launched a website t...

Hope of Hearing restarts in Haiti

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Gil Hanke and one of the 415 Haitian children tested for hearing loss, and suitability for hearing aids.

PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti–– A three-member team led by Gil Hanke, top...

A Time to Serve Veterans and Military Families

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Over the last few years, tens of thousands have come home from war … bearing wounds both visible and invisible, facing unemployment, housing and other domestic issues.

During January, the call to assist veterans and ...

One hundred churches to receive free materials

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––One hundred United Methodist churches will each be given $300 worth of innovative outreach materials to reach men in their communities.

Gilbert Hanke, top staff executive of the commission,...

In Memoriam - Ofney Ellis

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Former conference president dies

BATON ROUGE, La. ––Ofney Ellis, 93, former president of Louisiana Conference UM Men, died Oct. 11 following a fall. Ofney was a fellow in the John Wesley Society, a life memb...

Tennessee prison officials support DISCIPLE Bible training for inmates

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: The Rev. Mark Hicks, president of Disciple Bible Outreach Ministries, a North Carolina based ministry operating in seven states.

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––Representatives from North Carol...

UM Men promote Strength for Service at federal sites

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Michael Fiest sits at a Strength for Service display table during a Combined Federal Campaign event in Clovis, Calif.

CLOVIS, Calif. As federal employees consi...

Two new resolutions added to the 2012 Book of Resolutions

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The National Association of Conference presidents proposed two resolutions to the 2012 General Conference. Both resolutions were approved by the assembly:

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Thu, 09 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT

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2012 episcopal assignments by jurisdiction by UMNS

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Bishop James Swanson, a member of the General Commission on UM Men for the 2013-2016 quadrennium, was assigned to the Mississippi Area beginning Sept. 1.He presently serves the Holston Area. (A UMNS photo by C...

Men’s commission employs new administrator

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn.––The General Commission on United Methodist Men will welcome Joseph Strausbaugh to the staff on July 16.
After serving as a data administrator for the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, ...

Pastor finds ways to reach men

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo.––From his first student appointment at the age of 18, every church the Rev. Bob Farr has served has increased attendance by at least 50 percent.

During his last two church appointments, he star...

Denver men honor Nashville staffer

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Gil Hanke, general secretary of the General Commission on UM Men, presents a life membership certificate to Ann Waller

DENVER, Colo. ––Generally local groups of UM Men honor one o...

In Memoriam - Leland McKeowen

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Leland McKeowen, 83, past president of the UM Men of Florida Annual Conference and past president of UM Men of First UMC, Brooksville, Fla., and past president of the former Leesburg District UM Men, died May 28.
He was the first man in...

Father's Day Initiatives from Man in the Mirror

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 05:00:00 GMT

I really need some help from friends who believe in discipling men.

God does great things through a community of people seeking to serve Him. Our mission remains to help every church disciple every man, and to see 10,000,0...

UM Men lead effort to restore Baltimore cemetery

Wed, 30 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Sherman Harris, a leader of Baltimore-Washington Conference UM Men and the leader of the effort to restore the Auburn Cemetery views the results of four years of work.

BALTIMORE, Md.–&n...

What happened to UM Men at General Conference?

Mon, 21 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Gil Hanke, top staff executive of the General Commission on United Methodist Men, speak to General Conference on the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts.

TAMPA, Fla.–– UM Men had...

SOSA: Sweet Potato Emergency Appeal

Thu, 10 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The Society of St. Andrew has issued an Emergency Appeal to Ship 6.3 Million Pounds of Sweet Potatoes.

Potatoes must be shipped during May, early June<...

GC2012 Produce Drop

Wed, 09 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

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M3Next Announcement

Thu, 03 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

One of our Deployed Staff, Greg Arnold, has created a new resource that can make a dramatic difference in the ministry with men at your local church. These materials have been developed over several years, and have a proven track record....

11th National Gathering of UM Men

Thu, 03 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Inside Out: For the Glory of God

1st Event Flyer released!

In Memoriam - Robert E. Carns

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

CICERO, N.Y. –– Robert E. Carns Jr., 64, former president of UM Men of North Central New York Annual Conference, died April 12.

Carns was a life member of UM Men, an EMS member and a strong suppo...

Mentoring program initiated in 18 cities

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Atlanta area men involved in the effort to recruit and train adults to mentor children of incarcerated parents include (back row from left): Norman Johnson, Khalid Battle, Robert Rowe, the Rev. Max Vincent, Jasper Russell, and Lar...

Panel debates church liability in proposed structure

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Participants in a debate sponsored by UM Men of Southwest Texas Conference: (from left) the Rev. Tim McClendon, Dr. Kim Cape, and Jay Brim. Photo by Cary Boddeker

Kansas church leader named men’s ministry specialist

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

PECK, Kans.–– Joe Warne, 62, was baptized in the Indian Ocean near the equator and spent a winter in Antarctica.

Now he will continue his colorful biography as a men’s ministry spec...

Conference president certified as men’s ministry specialist

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

ROCKFORD, Ill. –– Steve Nailor, president of Northern Illinois Conference UM Men, has been certified by the General Commission on UM Men and the Turner Center for Church Development at Vanderbilt Divinity School as a men&rs...

Men's Ministry Specialists Commissioned

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Men’s ministry specialists gather after their commissioning service. From left: Joe Warne, Steve Nailor, Kenneth Hudgins, Charles Gilliland, andMark Dehority.

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Elevator Speeches

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Conference presidents of UM Men and their prayer advocates meet in front of the Upper Room building during their March meeting in Nashville.

Conference preside...

Men sing hymns in dungeon during storm warnings

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. –– Early Friday morning, March 2, men attending the National Association of Presidents of UM Men were notified that tornados were approaching middle Tennessee, and they should be prepared to move to the basemen...

UM Men elect new officers

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Shortly after their election (from left) Dan Ramsey joins with jurisdictional presidents, Ed Enstine, Ken Tilke, Larry Price, Larry Dozier and Lee Donley

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United Methodist Men increase efforts to reduce hunger

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Ross Brightwell, president of Eastern Pennsylvania UM Men, inserts a token with a picture of a tomato on it, into a game that illustrates how most food is wasted and never reaches a table of hungry Americans. The game was designed...

UM Men celebrate growth, agree to purchase bus for Vietnam church

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo:Leaders of annual conferences with an increase in the number of chartered organizations of United Methodist Men gather at a March 1-3 meeting in Nashville.

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United Methodist Men invited to help change the world May 19-20

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Men of St. Matthews By-The-Sea UMC in Fenwick, Island, Del., build a handicap ramp for a church member. Men across the UMC will spend May 19-20 engaged in similar building- or repair projects as a part of Save the World weekend.&l...

Former UMM conference president becomes Circuit Rider

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Paul Diehl, former president of Southwest Conference UM Men and a member of the Circuit Rider Society, stands in front of the Sidney Opera House during a 2010 trip to Australia.

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President Obama honors former prison inmate for prison ministry

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Lonnie Bingmon (first row third from left) serves as one of the leaders of a Kairos ministry in a Texas prison.

Life of crime began at age 5

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World War II pilot inducted into John Wesley Society

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Photo: Edward Cox (left) receives a John Wesley Society plaque from Waymon Hickman, a former inductee into the society (center) and Chaz Molder, president of UM Men of First UMC, Columbia.

COLUMBIA, Tenn.&a...