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My great cloud of witnesses

Old photo of church and members

Reflecting on All Saints Day, retired pastor John E. Harnish remembers his family and the church community that birthed his faith and is grateful.

‘God qualifies the called’

Ordinand at ordination service

To continue our series of articles highlighting call stories from our newest ordinands, Rev. Eric Falker explains how he has learned to trust God’s provision for his life and ministry.

Pray, listen, study, and act

Reading Bible

Reflecting on experiences as a lay leader, Gordon Galloway gives practical wisdom on things we can do to prepare our hearts and minds for discipleship.

Thank you, Miss Nellie and Rev. Broyles

Pastor praying with woman at church

Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on how we measure the influence one Sunday school teacher or one caring pastor can have on a person’s life.

Trying to outrun God

Susan Hitts being ordained

To begin a series of articles highlighting call stories from our newest ordinands, Rev. Susan Hitts speaks candidly about how she has balanced her two primary life roles as mother… Continue Reading Trying to outrun God

Actions speak louder than words

Nurse hugging cancer patient

One of the most important things we can do as Christians, says Rev. Marty Johnston, is to love others openheartedly by our actions.

Finding God in the mist

Light in the darkness

Cheryl Bistayi speaks to those navigating the fog of grief and confusion following the suicide of a beloved.

Being ourselves and living different

Youth choir at church conference

Young people from around the United Methodist connection, including one from Michigan, reflect on the ‘life-changing’ Youth 2023, held in Florida.

Getting through every season of life

Children going back to school

Back-to-school time is exciting but can also produce anxiety. Beth Pelkey, Northern Skies Co-District Lay Leader, shares some creative ways we can help our friends and neighbors.

Jesus modeled rigorous compassion

Queen Anne's Lace in the sunlight

Following Jesus’ example, we are called to extend rigorous compassion to anyone suffering and graciously recognize the imago dei in all persons, even those who do harm.

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