Category: Featured
Are we sustaining members?
Sherry Parker-Lewis explains that we give because we are held, carried, and supported by the One who saves. Our gifts are our embodied gratitude.
Visit Greece and Egypt with Bishop Bard
From November 10-20, 2024, experience Greece and the splendors of Egypt on a professional tour led by Bishop David Bard and his wife, Julie.
‘We are open for such a time’
Four United Methodist mission partners in Haiti give updates and encourage churches to continue support amid the current humanitarian crisis.
Leading with head and heart
Dr. Michael Comer’s gift to the church has been assessing the personality traits of pastoral leaders with curiosity and compassion.
Start the year with the Holy Spirit
The Rev. Paul Perez says, “I’m not a fan of January.” He turns to scripture and finds words of grace that lift the spirit. “You are one of God’s beloveds… Continue Reading Start the year with the Holy Spirit
UMW’s new wineskins for new times
“We are making new wine and new wineskins to fulfill our role in God’s mission,” says Yvette Moore, a leader in the global United Methodist Women.
Conferences plan hybrid events
Race and LGBTQ inclusiveness are among top issues on the agenda of virtual annual conferences taking place across the U.S. and around the world.
AC 2021 offering will change lives
There is no actual offering plate at a virtual annual conference. However, Michigan United Methodists are invited to make contributions that will support our covenant partners in Haiti and Liberia.
New life through healthy transitions
Appointments are being made. Transitions are beginning. This virtual workshop on April 17, 10 am to noon, will help pastors and congregational leadership prepare for healthy goodbyes and hellos.
Thoughts on choosing vaccination
Noting that people’s responses to COVID-19 vaccination fall on a spectrum, the Rev. Paul Perez plans to be vaccinated and encourages others to do so, too.