Twelve youth from Rome First have spent the past week in Slidell, La., repairing homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Slidell did not get the news coverage that New Orleans received, but the storm was just as devastating to this town.

If you have a pension with The United Methodist Church, you have investments in BP, Transocean Ltd., and Halliburton.
That’s not necessarily a bad thing. These investments influence companies to clean up their acts.

All HealthFlex participants are urged to take the HealthQuotient (HQ). This year, for the first time, there will be a financial penalty for those who do not complete this online assessment by the deadline.

Connectional Ministries has developed Great Start, a series of training workshops designed to help pastors who are taking new appointments. The training also addresses differences in people's leadership style that might cause conflict.

The purpose of Bridges is to organize the people of the North Georgia Conference to make a difference around the world. Uganda is our first bridge, and we have made a 5 to 7 year commitment to the UM churches and schools in Uganda.