Author: mkdemoss

A look through the Coping Window

One family’s experience is a good example of coping happening around the world as plans, hopes, expectations have turned into disappointments because of COVID-19.

Anybody here seen my old friends

The Rev. John Harnish couldn’t get this song out of his head as it sparked memories of friends who now belong to the history of Michigan Methodism.

Resources for CR/CC ministry together

The General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR) offers resources for those starting ministry together in cross-racial or cross-cultural appointments.

Picking the fruit of kindness

The Rev. Benton Heisler invites pastors and laity to stay focused on our common mission as we approach the Virtual 2020 Michigan Annual Conference.

Webinars continue with more resources

Michigan Conference staff, with the assistance of Michigan Conference Communication, are producing webinars with practical information on how to be in ministry during the COVID-19 era.

Town hall addresses UMC and race

On July 1, panelists on a denominational town hall acknowledged The United Methodist Church has a tangled history on race.

Taking the next faithful steps

The road to a just society in America stretches before us. Bishop David Bard encourages all to take faithful steps in working against racism, while walking the road with Christ. 

Liberia receives UMCOR food relief

Liberia is fighting two threats to health … COVID-19 and hunger. Gifts from UMCOR and Covenant Partners are providing food relief that’s making a positive difference in people’s lives.

An Independence Day prayer

Like everything else in this summer of 2020, Independence Day will not be observed in the usual ways. Take this opportunity to pray for God’s people and their leaders.

AC offering helps Haiti’s moms

Haitian moms have come to trust the care that they receive at the Start Right center in Mizak Haiti. Start Right is a ministry of Haitian Assets for Peace International (HAPI).