Mount Hermon UMC - GOLDEN NUGGETS

Perhaps the best way to explore the state of our church is to explore
the stories of our church. Inspired by their faith, United Methodists across
the world are working to make a difference. Below you will find stories
about some of the ways they are celebrating hope and shaping change.

Candis Shannon, United Methodist Committee on Ministries with the Deaf
Candis Shannon with the United Methodist Committee on Ministries with
the deaf talks about where she finds hope in The United Methodist Church.

Rev. Lloyd Nyarota, Zimbabwe East Annual Conference
Rev. Lloyd Nyarota, the Communications and Projects Coordinator for the
Zimbabwe East Annual Conference, shares where he finds hope in The
United Methodist Church.

Learning to Lead
18-year-old Devin Mauney is running for office, to highlight the importance
of issues for young people.

Clergywoman solicits help in breast cancer fight
The Rev. Sheron C. Patterson is using her battle with the disease to increase
awareness of breast cancer.

Living With Parkinson's
Despite the hurdles, one woman who was diagnosed with the disease in her
20s has found some “positives” of Parkinson’s.

Pastor's compassion gives rabbi gift of life
In the ultimate spirit of interfaith cooperation, a United Methodist pastor
donates her kidney to a rabbi.

Faith reigns for new Miss America
Lauren Nelson says growing up in The United Methodist Church has given her
roots for her journey ahead.

Teen's CD raises money, awareness after Katrina
Fifteen-year-old Elizabeth Cumbest created a CD of songs to benefit a storm-
battered church in Biloxi, Miss.

Former hostage visits Upper Room
"While I was kidnapped, you were in captivity here praying for me until my release.
Because of your tears and prayers, the Lord has brought me back," the Rev.
Tongkhojang Lunkim told worshippers in the Upper Room Chapel on Dec. 13.

Transplant Success Story
Thanks to a teenage boy and his family, 70-year-old United Methodist pastor
John Hastings is still able to do what he loves.

College After Katrina
After Hurricane Katrina, a Dillard University returns to the campus, and the city,
he now calls home.