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