United Methodist Association of Communicators (UMAC)

09/03/2026

UMAC Collaboration Zooms have been an hour well-spent with comm colleagues!

On Friday, Sept 11, we'll start with the topic of "Camp Ministry". Be sure to invite communicators who support the work of camp and retreat ministry or promote United Methodist summer camp through church or conference to join us!

Bring camp promo material, post season wrap up links, camp websites, thoughts on what's helpful in your church, conference, organization, and your own communication expertise!

And there will be plenty of time to chat about the topics on your mind!

Register at https://www.umcommunicators.org/post/you-re-invited-monthly-collaboration-zooms for the link to join!

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 gather and share ideas on communications-related topics and UMC-related questions. This is an organic gathering without a....

08/27/2026

Check out this great podcast!

Is your church making the most of Google? In the latest episode of the MyCom Church Communications and Marketing Podcast, Ryan Dunn shares practical strategies to boost your church’s visibility online, ensuring your message of hope reaches your digital community.

Here are three key takeaways for your ministry’s digital presence:
- Claim and Optimize Your Google Profile: Keep your church’s Google Knowledge Panel updated with current information.
- Harness the Power of Google Reviews: Encourage your congregation to share experiences and photos.
- Leverage Tools & Grants: Make use of Google tools like Search Console and Google Alerts for better visibility and insights, and explore Google Ad Grants.

Learn more actionable strategies from the episode and start leveling up your church’s digital impact!
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/mycom-podcast-ep-122-google-practices-for-your-church

08/27/2026

Planning your 2027 budget? 📅

If you’re hoping to attend the UMAC 2027 Gathering in Austin, Texas (February 25–26, 2027), here’s some preliminary information to help with budget planning:

💲 Registration: The registration fee for both the 2023 and 2025 gatherings was $375, which included three meals. Our planning team is working hard to reduce the registration cost for 2027, but we’re waiting on final cost estimates before announcing the official price.

🏨 Hotel: We’ve already secured a room block, with hotel rooms expected to be approximately $100 per night.

❓Who is UMAC for? Anyone who helps tell the story of their ministry! Whether you’re a conference communicator, local church staff member, pastor, volunteer, social media manager, photographer, videographer, newsletter editor, website manager, livestream volunteer, or anyone who helps with communications in any way, UMAC is for you.

Registration will open this fall, and we’ll share all the details as soon as they’re finalized. We hope you’ll begin planning now—we’d love to see communicators from every conference, agency, and local church join us in Austin!

08/25/2026

Cybersecurity may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about church communications—but it’s an important part of caring for our ministries.

From social media accounts to websites and online giving platforms, a few simple habits can go a long way in protecting your church’s digital presence.

This ResourceUMC article offers practical, easy-to-understand tips for communicators, pastors, administrators, and volunteers. Well worth the read! 🔒💻

Churches are prime cyberattack targets. Learn the top threats facing ministries and five practical, low-cost steps to protect your church's data and trust.

08/18/2026

The UMC Handbook is a favorite resource of United Methodist communicators!

We're excited to see that bulk orders are now available in smaller quantities.

Equip your congregation with a clear understanding of The United Methodist Church. This updated, digital handbook supports new member classes, ongoing learning opportunities, and leadership training, offering accessible explanations of our beliefs, structure, connectional ministry, and shared missio...

08/03/2026

Communicators — are you looking for an opportunity to blend your faith and your skills? 🤔

Apply to become a Mission Volunteer! You'll serve with one of our placement sites around the world, helping them develop messaging and content that amplifies their impact across communities and channels.

Learn more and apply to attend this year's final training in the U.S. — October 26-29 in Tampa, Florida: bit.ly/umcmissionvolunteers

07/28/2026

United Methodist communicators across the connection mourn the passing of our colleague and friend, Jeff Corey, who served as the Senior Executive Director of Communications at Church and Society. Our prayers are with Jeff's family and the staff of the General Board of Church and Society.

The General Board of Church and society mourns the passing of Jeffrey Corey, Senior Executive Director of Communications. A gifted communicator and man of faith, Corey leaves behind a legacy of faith, service and strategic leadership.

07/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to this year’s Epikoinonía (“Epi”) Award recipients!

We’re celebrating Dan O’Mara (South Carolina Annual Conference) and Mary Catherine Phillips (Alabama-West Florida Annual Conference) for their outstanding leadership in United Methodist communications ministry.

Thank you for the many ways you help tell the story of God’s work through the Church. Your creativity, dedication, and faithful witness inspire communicators across the connection.

Join us in congratulating this year’s recipients! 👏

United Methodist Communications was honored to present two annual conference communicators, Dan O'Mara and Mary Catherine Phillips, with an Epikoinonía Award this summer. The award program, created and helmed by UMCom and fondly known as the "Epi,” celebrates excellence in communication ministry ...

07/21/2026

Calling all UMAC Members: Save the Date! We'll gather February 25-26, 2027, in Austin, Texas.

Registration opens fall 2026 and will include hotel information awards entry information, and a discounted room block.

We can't wait to see you in Austin!

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...