Category: Faith & Life
‘Let us find our rest in thee’
Phil Lynch’s new album of Charles Wesley hymns set to new tunes illuminates the doctrine of sanctification, a tenet of Wesleyan theology that he believes our denomination needs right now.
One Lord and one faith
Kau Tiali Boayue and three other United Methodist young adults travel to Guadeloupe to rekindle friendships in Christ they had established at last summer’s Urban Methodist Youth Camp.
When I gaze into the night sky
The God who flung the bright colors of aurora borealis across the sky watches over us while we sleep, says retired pastor Sondra Willobee, and comes to us in our… Continue Reading When I gaze into the night sky
A tale of two stoles
Retired pastor Glenn M. Wagner tells a true story about two clergy stoles he received that became a life lesson on how following Jesus is not intended to be a… Continue Reading A tale of two stoles
Experience God’s love reaching out
Peter Blinkilde, Central Bay District Co-Lay Leader, shares a personal story to remind us that we never know when or how we may be called upon to show God’s love.
See your life in living color
By combining art therapy and scripture, Contreda Navarro-Jewell began a new ministry that creates a safe space for people to seek healing and discover their God-given purpose.
‘A fantastic time to be United Methodist’
Advocacy Day reinvigorated the faith of lay member David Ascher and jumpstarted South Lyon: First UMC’s involvement in justice advocacy, leading them to host their own community event.
‘Can you just hold my hand?’
Rev. Laurie Koivula, a retired United Methodist pastor, finds joy in volunteering as a foster grandparent to elementary school children and feels it’s an extension of her ministry.
The hope of dreams
In the Epiphany story, God used dreams to warn the magi and the holy family about the dangers of political powers at play. Rev. Jerry Devine invites us to see… Continue Reading The hope of dreams
We can’t keep Jesus in the manger
Reflecting on the phenomenon of Baby Jesus thefts from outdoor nativity scenes, Jennifer Browne challenges us to embrace the liberating joy found in the gift of Jesus, who is always… Continue Reading We can’t keep Jesus in the manger