Prepare NOW for the general election in November 2026!
**If you are not registered to vote, do so. If you are registered to vote, make sure all your information is current and that you know your correct voting location.
**If you are not registered to vote, do so. If you are registered to vote, make sure all your information is current and that you know your correct voting location.
AR KIDS READ TUTOR OF THE YEAR - Nancy Robinson Lott
AR Democrat Gazette
"AR KIDS READ" TUTOR OF THE YEAR!
Congratulations to Nancy Robinson Lott!
Nancy is a longtime Saint Paul Maumelle UMC friend, neighbor, and supporter. Although not one to toot her own horn, those who know Nancy can testify to her love of Christ and her passion for people, family, community, genealogy, and history. She is a published co-author (Josephine - Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Josephine Irvin Harris Pankey), a Distinguished Toastmaster, an advocate, tutor, volunteer, and much more. Thank you, Nancy for your dedicated work!
(Click link to read full article on impact of LEARNS ACT in - AR Democrat Gazette Article 2/12/2026) www.arkansasonline.com/news/2026/feb/12/retention-rule-for-third-graders-who-dont-meet-reading-standard-could-have-enormous-impact-officials-warn/)
Congratulations to Nancy Robinson Lott!
Nancy is a longtime Saint Paul Maumelle UMC friend, neighbor, and supporter. Although not one to toot her own horn, those who know Nancy can testify to her love of Christ and her passion for people, family, community, genealogy, and history. She is a published co-author (Josephine - Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Josephine Irvin Harris Pankey), a Distinguished Toastmaster, an advocate, tutor, volunteer, and much more. Thank you, Nancy for your dedicated work!
(Click link to read full article on impact of LEARNS ACT in - AR Democrat Gazette Article 2/12/2026) www.arkansasonline.com/news/2026/feb/12/retention-rule-for-third-graders-who-dont-meet-reading-standard-could-have-enormous-impact-officials-warn/)
United Methodist Discipleship Ministries BLACK HISTORY MONTH QUIZ
Too often, the accomplishments of African Americans have not received adequate notice in
U.S. history books and classrooms. That is why historian Carter Woodson first proposed a
weeklong focus on black history in 1926. The first U.S. celebration of Black History Month
happened decades later.
We invite you to take a short quiz about African American history in the U.S. and in The
United Methodist Church.
1. Carter G. Woodson chose February as the month to honor black history
Question 1 of 10
Historian because:
a Woodson was born in February.
b Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass were born in Feb.
c February was the shortest month.
d All of the above.
2. True or False, Black History Month is only celebrated in the United States.
a True
b False
3. Question 3 of 10
The first Black History Month celebration in the U.S. took place when?
a 1945
b 1957
c 1970
d 2000
4. Question 4 of 10
This former slave became a famous abolitionist and a Methodist preacher.
a Sojourner Truth
b Harriett Tubman
c Harriett Beecher Stowe
d David Walker
5. Which United Methodist church is named after one of the "founding fathers of
Gospel music?"
a Tindley Temple
b Jones Memorial United Methodist Church
c Barratt’s Chapel
o Seay-Hubbard United Methodist Church
6. This former school, once a haven from racial prejudice, is now an UMCOR relief
center:
a Scarritt Bennet Center, Nashville, Tennessee
b Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
c Sager-Brown Depot in Baldwin, Louisiana
d The New Room, Bristol, England
7. After the U.S. Civil War, this trailblazing African American woman went to college,
owned a business, and became a Methodist missionary.
a Susanna Wesley
b Susan Angeline Collins
c Billie Holiday
d Bishop Sharma Lewis
8. Mother African Zoar United Methodist Church in Philadelphia housed...
a The first well-baby clinic for African Americans
b A stop on the Underground Railroad
c A school
d All of the above.
9. Who was the first African American bishop in the UMC?
a Roy G. Biv
b Roy C. Nichols
c Roy Rogers
d Roy Brown
10. Who was the only woman besides Coretta Scott King on the platform when MLK
gave his “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963?
a Jacquelyn Kennedy
b Lena Horne
c Mahalia Jackson
d Dorothy Height
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HOW DID YOU DO?
• RANKING:
8-10 correct: U - Ultimate understanding
4-7 correct: M - Moving toward perfection. Just a few misses!
0-3 correct: Study just a little more NEVER STOP LEARNING!
ANSWERS: 1= B (A. Lincoln & F. Douglas birthdays); 2= False; 3=C (1970); 4= A (Sojourner Truth); 5= A (Charles Tindley) (Tindley Temple); 6= C (Sager Brown); 7= B (Susan A. Collins); 8=D (All of the above); 9= B (Roy Nichols);
10= D (Dorothy Height).
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Too often, the accomplishments of African Americans have not received adequate notice in
U.S. history books and classrooms. That is why historian Carter Woodson first proposed a
weeklong focus on black history in 1926. The first U.S. celebration of Black History Month
happened decades later.
We invite you to take a short quiz about African American history in the U.S. and in The
United Methodist Church.
1. Carter G. Woodson chose February as the month to honor black history
Question 1 of 10
Historian because:
a Woodson was born in February.
b Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass were born in Feb.
c February was the shortest month.
d All of the above.
2. True or False, Black History Month is only celebrated in the United States.
a True
b False
3. Question 3 of 10
The first Black History Month celebration in the U.S. took place when?
a 1945
b 1957
c 1970
d 2000
4. Question 4 of 10
This former slave became a famous abolitionist and a Methodist preacher.
a Sojourner Truth
b Harriett Tubman
c Harriett Beecher Stowe
d David Walker
5. Which United Methodist church is named after one of the "founding fathers of
Gospel music?"
a Tindley Temple
b Jones Memorial United Methodist Church
c Barratt’s Chapel
o Seay-Hubbard United Methodist Church
6. This former school, once a haven from racial prejudice, is now an UMCOR relief
center:
a Scarritt Bennet Center, Nashville, Tennessee
b Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
c Sager-Brown Depot in Baldwin, Louisiana
d The New Room, Bristol, England
7. After the U.S. Civil War, this trailblazing African American woman went to college,
owned a business, and became a Methodist missionary.
a Susanna Wesley
b Susan Angeline Collins
c Billie Holiday
d Bishop Sharma Lewis
8. Mother African Zoar United Methodist Church in Philadelphia housed...
a The first well-baby clinic for African Americans
b A stop on the Underground Railroad
c A school
d All of the above.
9. Who was the first African American bishop in the UMC?
a Roy G. Biv
b Roy C. Nichols
c Roy Rogers
d Roy Brown
10. Who was the only woman besides Coretta Scott King on the platform when MLK
gave his “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963?
a Jacquelyn Kennedy
b Lena Horne
c Mahalia Jackson
d Dorothy Height
*******************************************************************
HOW DID YOU DO?
• RANKING:
8-10 correct: U - Ultimate understanding
4-7 correct: M - Moving toward perfection. Just a few misses!
0-3 correct: Study just a little more NEVER STOP LEARNING!
ANSWERS: 1= B (A. Lincoln & F. Douglas birthdays); 2= False; 3=C (1970); 4= A (Sojourner Truth); 5= A (Charles Tindley) (Tindley Temple); 6= C (Sager Brown); 7= B (Susan A. Collins); 8=D (All of the above); 9= B (Roy Nichols);
10= D (Dorothy Height).
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"NO KING" Protests
Scenes from the Crowd:
The People exercising Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Assembly Saturday, October 18, 2025, Little Rock AR - see the 6 pictures below.
Scenes from the Crowd:
The People exercising Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Assembly Saturday, October 18, 2025, Little Rock AR - see the 6 pictures below.
Church and Society
DC bishop discusses political landscape
WASHINGTON — In an episode of the “Justice Takes Courage Podcast,” host Bishop Julius C. Trimble and guest Bishop LaTrelle M. Easterling talk about the challenges of today’s political landscape. They discuss moving beyond prayer to action, giving voice to issues that touch their communities and sustaining justice work over the long haul. Easterling leads the Baltimore-Washington and Peninsula-Delaware conferences.
Listen to podcast
DC bishop discusses political landscape
WASHINGTON — In an episode of the “Justice Takes Courage Podcast,” host Bishop Julius C. Trimble and guest Bishop LaTrelle M. Easterling talk about the challenges of today’s political landscape. They discuss moving beyond prayer to action, giving voice to issues that touch their communities and sustaining justice work over the long haul. Easterling leads the Baltimore-Washington and Peninsula-Delaware conferences.
Listen to podcast
GET INFORMED! GET INVOLVED!
For United Methodist Information and Resources, visit the following websites:
Arkansas Conference: arumc.org/
General UM Church News: www.umnews.org/en/
Arkansas Conference: arumc.org/
General UM Church News: www.umnews.org/en/
ARKANSAS STATE CONNECTIONS
Check out legislative bills that impact your life: Arkansas General Assembly www.arkleg.state.ar.us/
Check out legislative bills that impact your life: Arkansas General Assembly www.arkleg.state.ar.us/
Arkansas Secretary of State Office:
www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/voter-registration-information
www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/voter-registration-information
Pulaski County Quorum Court Calendar of Events - Stay informed about what is happening in our community. Attend or view online the County meetings. Our church is in Quorum Court District 2. Natalie Capps 501-690-5764
www.pulaskicounty.net/quorum-court
www.pulaskicounty.net/quorum-court
United Methodist Women now has a new name: United Women in Faith.
Join the Sisterhood of faith and love in action! Learn more. uwfaith.org/
Join the Sisterhood of faith and love in action! Learn more. uwfaith.org/
Saint Paul Maumelle United Women in Faith - "A Mind for Mission & A Heart for Service"
BE A GOOD STEWARD! CARE FOR CREATION!
What can I do?
1. Stay away from using Styrofoam whenever possible.
2. Give up plastic straws.
3. Buy wooden hairbrushes and non-plastic toothbrushes.
4. Use glass jars for food storage rather than plastic.
5. Reduce your purchase of plastic products.
6. Recycle your plastic containers, soda cans, cardboard items, paper, etc.
7. Choose re-usable drinking containers.
8. Use re-usable grocery bags; or ask for paper sacks rather than plastic bags for your groceries.
9. Don't litter! Take pride in your surroundings and keep them clean (your house, your yard, your block, your road).
What can I do?
1. Stay away from using Styrofoam whenever possible.
2. Give up plastic straws.
3. Buy wooden hairbrushes and non-plastic toothbrushes.
4. Use glass jars for food storage rather than plastic.
5. Reduce your purchase of plastic products.
6. Recycle your plastic containers, soda cans, cardboard items, paper, etc.
7. Choose re-usable drinking containers.
8. Use re-usable grocery bags; or ask for paper sacks rather than plastic bags for your groceries.
9. Don't litter! Take pride in your surroundings and keep them clean (your house, your yard, your block, your road).
Micah 6:8
No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
We also remember those we lost this year. We pray for God's tender hand of comfort, strength and mercy now and in the days ahead in the name of Jesus.
IF YOU HAVE A PRAISE REPORT THAT IS POSITIVELY NEWS, let us know at [email protected].
WE HONOR AND REMEMBER ALL ACTIVE DUTY, RETIRED, AND DECEASED MILITARY PERSONNEL, AS WELL AS OTHERS WHOSE JOB IS TO SERVE AND PROTECT.