United Methodist Association of Communicators (UMAC)

06/08/2026

🎤 We had a great time at our first UMAC “open mic” Collaboration Zoom last month and it's happening again on Friday!

This is a relaxed, informal space to connect with other communicators across the UMC—bring your ideas, questions, or just listen in. (Last time we talked AI, local church stories, and graphic design!)
🗓 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM Eastern Time

Register to receive the Zoom link:
https://www.umcommunicators.org/post/you-re-invited-monthly-collaboration-zooms

(Already registered? It's the same link as last month)

Second Fridays at 11 a.m. CT Calling all United Methodist communicators! Join us for a new monthly Zoom where UMAC members from agencies, conferences, local churches, and beyond will gather and share ideas on communications-related topics and UMC-related questions. This is an organic gathering witho...

05/04/2026

🎤 Our first UMAC “open mic” Collaboration Zoom is happening this Friday!

This is a relaxed, informal space to connect with other communicators across the UMC—bring your ideas, questions, or just come listen in.

🗓 May 8, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM Eastern Time

Be sure to register so you receive the Zoom link:
https://umcom.zoom.us/meeting/register/_icdSu7nRhi_4NMIcq-KhA

After registering, you’ll get a confirmation email with everything you need to join.

05/04/2026

Did you catch our latest UMAC newsletter? 👀

We shared a message from our UMAC Chair, a new monthly space to connect, and a few ways to stay engaged with other communicators across the UMC.

One thing we don’t want you to miss: our first UMAC Collaboration Zoom (open mic-style) is happening this Friday!

It’s a relaxed space to share ideas, ask questions, and connect with other communicators across the UMC.

Read the newsletter + register here:
https://mailchi.mp/5d6a2a41a29c/umac2026-april

Hope to see you there!

04/30/2026

Calling all United Methodist communicators!

You’re invited to join a new monthly UMAC Collaboration Zoom—a space to connect, share ideas, and talk through real communications challenges and opportunities across the UMC.

This is an organic gathering with no set agenda. Just bring your questions, insights, and experiences to the table.

First Gathering: Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11 am CT.

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your personal Zoom link:

Second Fridays at 11 a.m. CTCalling all United Methodist communicators! Join us for a new monthly Zoom where UMAC members from agencies, conferences, local churches, and beyond will gather and share ideas on communications-related topics and UMC-related questions. This is an organic gathering withou...

04/22/2026

The work of communication in the Church matters, and you don’t have to do it alone.

If you serve in communications (or wear that hat among many others), we’d love to stay connected with you. UMAC is a space to share ideas, learn from one another, and support the work happening across the United Methodist Church.

Sign up for the UMAC newsletter and join the network.
http://eepurl.com/jCgZas

04/20/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the Religion Communicators Council's annual DeRose-Hinkhouse Awards this weekend!

Including UMAC's own:
-Jessica Brodie, who was recognized for the South Carolina United Methodist Advocate newspaper and two feature articles,
and
-GCORR staff who received an Award of Merit for Vital Conversations on Immigration.

Award winners are listed at https://religioncommunicators.org/derose-hinkhouse-awards/

04/17/2026

We’re paying close attention to this and holding the work of these agencies with care. 🙏🏼

There’s a lot to take in, and moments like this remind us how important thoughtful, connected communication is across the church.

As this continues to unfold, what are you noticing or wondering in your context?

BREAKING NEWS: Four general agencies — United Methodist Communications, Discipleship Ministries, Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry — are making plans to become one. Legislation to unify the agencies will be going to General Conference.

https://www.umnews.org/en/news/4-church-agencies-propose-unifying-into-one

03/03/2026

🎤UMAC, if you're interested in podcasting, you're invited to join MyCom tomorrow (Wednesday, March 4) at 12 p.m. EST for a beginner-friendly webinar, Podcasting for Churches 101.

Hosted by Ben Ward (Digital Design and Media for UM News), this session will cover the basics, including how to get started, equipment needs, hosting platform options, scheduling, and more. If you are looking for a practical, approachable way to launch a podcast, this webinar is for you.

Join MyCom on Wednesday, March 4, at 12 p.m. EST for a beginner-friendly webinar, Podcasting for Churches 101. Hosted by Ben Ward (Digital Design and Media, UM News), this session will cover the basics, including how to get started, equipment needs, hosting platform options, scheduling, and more. If...

11/07/2025

Calling all UMAC Members: We need your input. The incoming Leadership Team is already planning our next gathering and whether you attended UMAC 2025 or were unable to attend, we'd like to know your thoughts! (Survey links in comments)

10/29/2025

That’s a wrap, UMAC! We leave inspired, equipped, and connected—and ready to plan the next gathering!