An indispensable resource for all who desire to deepen their knowledge, understanding, and application of the truth of God's Word!
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Kenneth N. Taylor Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) presented its inaugural Kenneth N. Taylor Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Melvin E. Banks, Sr., founder and chairman of UMI (Urban Ministries, Inc.), on May 2nd at the ECPA Awards Celebration in Colorado Springs, among 150 Christian publishing leaders and industry professionals.
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For over 40 years, UMI has been creating Christ-centered, culturally relevant products and services specifically for African Americans. We are the largest independent, African American-owned and-operated Christian media company, offering Christian education materials that honor God and our rich heritage. So whether you are a pastor, director of Christian Education, Sunday School teacher, Small-Group leader, or a member who has a passion for a deeper of study God’s Word, we have the teaching tools to meet your needs.
Reach. Teach. Transform.
God’s Word through African Eyes.
Hundreds of millions of Africans know and love Christ. However, most Bible resources come from a Western perspective—cultures far removed from the reality of life in Africa. In order to help meet this urgent need, the Africa Study Bible was created.
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Christian Curriculum
Designed to make God’s Word clear and meaningful to everyone, whatever their age or level of spiritual maturity. We present the timeless truths of the Bible in creative, meaningful formats, for preschool to adult students.
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Our Content
At UMI, we offer a wide array of publications and media products that speak directly to African American culture. Designed by leading Christian educators, the material includes comprehensive teaching guides, Sunday School curriculum, intensive Bible studies, kid-friendly Vacation Bible School activities and so much more! Pastors will love our bible commentaries, all written by some of the most prolific black theologians in the country, while Sunday School teachers will appreciate our helpful leader’s guides, which make lesson planning a breeze. So whether you are in leadership at your church or just an individual with a desire for more in-depth study of God’s Word, UMI has you covered.
Our Jesus the Kingdom Builder curriculum has exciting activities to engage participants of all ages as they learn how to build . . . and rebuild . . . their families, churches, and communities with practical principles from God’s Word.
Precepts for Living® is an indispensable resource for all who desire to deepen their knowledge, understanding, and application of the truth of God’s Word — particularly those who serve as teachers and leaders in the church.
