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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

Don’t let your dreams be dreams

Boy holding kite

How do we bring dreams of ministry into reality? Learn about the Seed to Harvest ministry incubation program at the October 11 lunch and learn.

SECURE 2.0 impacts retirement plans

Elderly couple getting retirement advice

David Bell outlines key elements of SECURE 2.0, new legislation that affects pastors and their finances and church leaders as they inform congregations about giving options.

Dulworth to speak at Circuit Rider Retreat

Walking the Camino de Santiago

During the November 6-8 retreat, Rev. Elbert Dulworth will share insights from his Camino de Santiago pilgrimage by encouraging town and country churches to value the impact they make in… Continue Reading Dulworth to speak at Circuit Rider Retreat

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.

Peer group to focus on healthy relationships

Family tree

Explore how your family system impacts work and relationships and learn practical methods to bring calmness to life when feeling stuck or anxious.

Modeling creation care with children

Father picking up two children from school

Here are 10 tips to equip churches and families in their interactions with children about why being caretakers of God’s creation matters.

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