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      • On Saturday, Oct. 17, the First United Methodist Church of North Liberty held its third "Three Hours to Make a Difference" volunteer event.

      • Colorado congregation’s food drive puts “Rethink church” into practice
      • The people of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and their community participated in "The Feeding of 5,000...".

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      • College and university ministries across America are getting involved this fall with Rethink Church.

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      • Members of Brentwood United Methodist Church gather supplies for students to start the new school year.

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Rethink Church - If You Use It, They Will Come! Why Find-A-Church is Important

By Newcombe Hollis It is easy to find, but maybe you have not noticed it. Maybe you have seen it, but have not opened it. Either way, you are mis sing a new door – a new opportunity to introduce your church family to the world around you. Where is it? Just visit www.UMC.org, click on “Find-A-Church,” type your ZIP code and select your church name. It is right at your fingertips – and the fingertips of those who live and work around you. Help Seekers Find-A-Church . . . Your Church! Find-A-Church is much more than a directory of churches. For starters, it is a powerful online tool for evangelism and a modern take on a timeless way to communicate. Find-A-Church connects you with busy people in your community on their terms, on their time and in their comfort zone. Jesus worked in a similar way during his earthly ministry. Already heard about Find-A-Church? The newly enhanced version helps you to: Welcome visitors personally to your congregation Display your church’s ministries and activities Introduce members Add details about your worship schedule Link to your church’s Web site for a closer look Find-A-Church lists almost 35,000 United Methodist churches, and almost 400,000 page views make Find-A-Church the most visited section of UMC.org. More visitors are on the way. Find-A-Church is a key component of a new Web site featured in Rethink Church, the next evolution of The United Methodist Church’s Open Hearts national advertising and welcoming campaign. People will come. Are you ready? Update Your Listing Today! More and more seekers will be looking for the right church in your community. Make it easier to find you. Update your Find-A-Church profile today and get ready. Your church may be exactly what seekers look for when they “click” on your door!