by Sam Duenckel | Jun 16, 2026 | Obituaries
Elizabeth Branscome (85) passed away on June 13, 2026. She was the spouse of Jim Branscome, former Virginia Conference Treasurer. Elizabeth (Libby) DeHaven Branscome, 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2026. She was born June 16, 1940, in Hillsville,...
by Sam Duenckel | Jun 16, 2026 | News, Virginia News
Virginia United Methodist Foundation Launches New Endowment to Strengthen Philanthropy and Ministry Across VirginiaRICHMOND, VA. (June 15, 2026) — The Virginia United Methodist Foundation (VAUMF) is proud to announce the launch of the Foundery Endowment, a new...
by Sam Duenckel | Jun 15, 2026 | Ministry Toolbox, News, Virginia News
Summer is coming fast, and for many congregations, that means schedule changes, staff transitions, new programs, and a whole lot of people visiting your website to figure out what’s going on. Before the season kicks into full gear, take thirty minutes and work...
by Sam Duenckel | Jun 11, 2026 | Obituaries
Mrs. Marilyn Thompson Casey was the spouse of Rev. Robert T. Casey and mother of Rev. Helen Casey-Rutland. Marilyn Thompson Casey died June 9, 2026, surrounded by family at home in Williamsburg. Born April 27, 1934, in Easton, MD, she was the eldest of three daughters...
by Sam Duenckel | Jun 8, 2026 | Ministry Toolbox, News, Virginia News
Microsoft Publisher Is Going AwayHere’s What You Need to Know Before October.If Microsoft Publisher is part of your weekly routine for bulletins, newsletters, or other church publications, mark your calendar: Publisher is retiring on October 1, 2026. After that...
