Welcoming Easter Guests
Ken Carter, a United Methodist bishop, says, “Don’t make fun of people who only attend church this time each year; they are telling you that, when it matters, yours is their home church…
March 10, 2026
Resources
See below and use the menu to the right to find Resources offered by the conference. Can’t find what you are looking for?
Click on the magnifying glass on the top right to search or email communications@vaumc.org.
Ministry Toolbox
Claim Your Church on Google
When someone searches for your church on Google, what do they find? Your Google Business Profile is often the very first impression a visitor gets…
March 3, 2026
Belonging & Advocacy
Overcoming Obstacles to Peace sermon series
Advance Specials
Local Church Training
Training for Laity
Clergy Resources
Children's Ministry
Youth Ministry
Older Adult Ministry
Volunteer Opportunities
Unity Web Assistance Videos
S/PPRC Resources
Policies & Forms
Business Office
Conference Journal
Church Security
Grant opportunities
- Grants in the VAUMC
- Grants from Discipleship Ministries
- Grants from United Methodist Communications
- Grants from Global Ministries
UMC Polity and Beliefs
Book of Discipline/ Book of Resolutions
(through Cokesbury pre-2024)
Social Principles (2024 GC passed)
Job opportunities
Topics for Training
Conference staff are available on a number of topics by district or local church request. Learn more…
Communication/Technology resources
- Communication Office– Ask us for help!
- Information Technology
- Digital Hub
- Logo Library
Church Administration Resources
Acumatica (login)
Church Tax Information
Dollars & Sense newsletters
Local Church Audit Guide
Public Notice Board
- Ask Questions for the whole conference.
- In Search Of…
- Classifieds
- Announcements
Self-Care
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- Clergy Retreat Centers Directory (from around the connection)
Conference Podcasts
There are two podcasts, both available on Spotify and Apple.
VAUMC clergy books
Books written by Virginia UMC clergy may be helpful to VAUMC clergy and laity for personal reflection or for small group or other group study.
Find out more…