Communications

Nebraska United Methodist Conference Communications

 

"Making disciples for the transformation of the world..."
That is the mission of the Nebraska Conference, and it is the goal of the Conference's communications team to equip local churches to do ministry so that they might make disciples who impact the world. The department uses a variety of communications vehicles to deliver news and information to the Nebraska United Methodist community. The Nebraska Messenger is published four times throughout the calendar year; our electronic newsletter UMconnect goes out weekly; and our website, www.umcneb.org, is kept up to date with the latest news and information. In the world of social media, we have a page on Facebook and a video site we call UM-TUBE. We offer a variety of resources to help churches achieve signs of discipleship. In partnership with the denomination's agencies, including United Methodist Communications and the News Service, we are eager to connect people, churches, resources and activities in way that brings everyone around the communion table in service to God. If you don't see the resource you're seeking in our "resource library" located on this page, we'd be happy to assist you in your search. Contact any of the communications team members below.

 

—Kathryn Witte, director of marketing and communications, 402-464-5994, ext. 113, kwitte@umcneb.org

—Trisha Johnson, communications coordinator, 402-464-5994, ext. 115, tjohnson@umcneb.org

—Roxie Delisi, circulations manager/communications assistant, 402-464-5994, ext. 107, rdelisi@umcneb.org

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Making disciples to transform the world is first in a series of banners created to help churches promote the mission, vision and core values of the United Methodist Church.

Banners/banner art available

The "Making disciples to transform the world" banner is the first in a series of four banners available to churches. All four banners are available in different sizes. Use the form attached below to place your order. There is also a CD available with the PDF files attached below, so that churches can use the same art for posters, bulletin covers, door hangers or whatever use a congregation might come up with. InDesign files are also available on the CD for those using Adobe InDesign as their graphics software. To request a CD, e-mail info@umcneb.org. Banner order form
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Rethink Church

Rethink Church is the United Methodist welcoming campaign that seeks to redefine the church experience beyond the church doors and invite people to become engaged in the world, by posing the rhetorical question: "What if church were a verb?' It was publicly launched in the United States in May 2009. It is an evolution of the denomination's 'Open hearts' advertising and welcoming ministry. The Rethink Church Web site, www.rethinkchurch.org, offers congregations, annual conferences and individuals the resources to start and launch a Rethink Church strategy. The site describes training opportunities in the areas of welcoming, connecting, and identifying, as well as downloadable tools and a lectionary resource that provides thematic ideas, along with Scripture verses to use in exploring those themes. Would you like to have a Rethink Church workshop at your local church or in your district? Contact Lisa Maupin at lmaupin@bigmuddyumc.org or Kathryn Witte at kwitte@umcneb.org.
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Welcoming

Welcoming is how we show kindness, acceptance, and hospitality to everyone — guests and members alike. People catch glimpses of Christ through their encounters with us. In a nation that's becoming more unchurched all the time, we need to ensure that seekers encounter in us a Christ that they want to know better. Your welcoming efforts play a vital role in living the promise of "Open hearts," with the seekers coming to your church as a result of the national United Methodist advertising.
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Create a church marketing plan

Your church wants to impact lives, helping people know Christ and engage them through Christian discipleship. An effective marketing plan draws new seekers and community members to your church.
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Special Sundays

In The United Methodist Church, we have six annual opportunities to share beyond our regular gifts through churchwide Special Sundays with offerings. Visit www.umcgiving.org/specialsundays for dates and resources.
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