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On August 8, 2022 at 9:58:18 PM UTC, http://www.umc.org/ was accessible when tested on AS38077 in Timor-Leste.
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180.189.160.188
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104.22.12.112
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104.22.13.112
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172.67.30.161
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172.67.30.161:80: succeeded
104.22.12.112:80: succeeded
104.22.13.112:80: succeeded
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GET https://www.umc.org/
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<h3 style="color:">We are The United Methodist Church</h3>
<h2 style="color:">Missional</h2>
<div class="hero-description"><p style="color:white; font-weight: bold;">Sharing Jesus’ love in word and deed</p>
<p><a href="https://www.umc.org/en/ways-we-grow/practicing-your-faith/missional" style="text-align: left;">Learn more</a></p></div>
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<p>Following God’s call to transform the world might seem impossible, but it’s a reality for United Methodists. Together, our global connection provides and supports robust ministries that change and save lives every day. </p>
<p><a href="/en/content/the-mission-we-share-celebrating-our-call"><span class="btn" style="background-color: rgb(4, 139, 168); font-family: arial;">WATCH AND SHARE</span></a></p>
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<h2>United Methodist Now</h2>
<h3>Inspiration for Daily Living</h3>
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<p>Twice each month, our e-newsletter offers examples of Christian living, inspirational messages, and information on what it means to be a United Methodist.</p>
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United Methodist Men chief executive Greg Arnold has a passion to help men overcome isolation and anxiety to live a bold life of faith. <a href="https://www.umc.org/en/content/encouraging-men-to-live-boldly-get-your-spirit-in-shape-ep-122" target="_self">Learn more</a><a href="https://www.umc.org/en/content/encouraging-men-to-live-boldly-get-your-spirit-in-shape-ep-122" target="_self">.</a>
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