Dear partner in ministry,
United Methodist Communications recently shared that our web hosting services will conclude by the end of 2025. As we work to help you successfully move over to a new website hosting provider/option, we want to alert you to some things to expect before your migration.
Effective immediately, all account renewals will move to a month-to-month subscription model to streamline administrative processes. The monthly rate will increase slightly to $7.00 for silver plans and $20 for gold, which remains significantly lower than many other no-contract, non-introductory costs for similar services. The new rate will only impact you should your account renew before you switch to a new hosting provider.
We encourage you to make a selection and migrate your website as soon as possible to ensure a smooth process.
UMCom has partnered with Tithe.ly to help local churches and ministries build dynamic websites. For a limited time, by transitioning your site through this partnership, you can receive three free months of web hosting whether you go with their standard or all-access site. Plus, both options provide various layouts, features and tools to enhance visitor engagement. Get package specifics and learn more at: https://get.tithe.ly/lp/umc-
Tithe.ly's support team will guide you through the transition to their site. Whereas UMCom remains available to offer insights on transferring your web hosting services regardless of your chosen provider.
Once the transition to your chosen provider is complete, contact UMCom's support team to finalize closing your hosting package.
For the last 13 years, United Methodist Communications has been privileged to serve local churches through UMCChurches.org. We realize that some people are adverse to change and that this transition may cause some initial inconveniences, but we appreciate your patience and understanding.
Though web hosting is sunsetting, UMCom will continue to offer services related to domain registrations, Zoom licenses and easy, non-profit branded email through Google Workspace to assist with local church ministry needs.
Thank you for your cooperation and partnership.
In ministry together,
United Methodist Communications
UMCChurches.org
Support Team
