Strengthening Churches in Rural Communities

In rural North Carolina, churches often play an important role in communities where resources may be sparse. To support United Methodist congregations in those regions, The Duke Endowment provides technical advice and grants to build facilities for worship and outreach.
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A new coffee-table book, “Legacy of Faith,” celebrates rural United Methodist churches in North Carolina.

Strategy

Challenge and response from the Endowment

What We're Learning

Impact of efforts and insights from the field

Resources

Links to more information, research and evaluation

Grant Guidelines

The Duke Endowment is continuing to support rural church building projects through current grantees. At this time, the Endowment is not soliciting new applications.

Contact Us

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Director of Rural Church
704.927.2251
 
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Room with a View

Laurels of Junaluska offers housing and community for seniors and retired clergy on a former North Carolina farm.

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Exploring Ideas

Angela Halfacre discusses how task force members have come together to explore ideas for “green” campuses.

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Going Green

Center United Methodist Church is already seeing the benefits of green building in their new Christian Fellowship Center.

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