Grateful to God, looking forward

Rev. Paul Perez, co-chair of the Michigan Conference delegation to General Conference, reviews and reflects upon the many changes 2024 brought to The United Methodist Church.

Living in alignment with our values

In this season of gratitude, Rev. Dr. David Bell encourages us to practice stewardship by being mindful of the impact our choices have on future generations.

You matter to God

The God of Christmas, says Bishop David Bard, loves widely and wildly without regard to status and draws near to the simple and ordinary.

Working for the common good

Bishop David Bard says that when the election is over, and the ballots have been counted, the work for the common good begins for everyone, including the church.

‘Death does not have the final word’

In this op-ed, Audra Hudson Stone and Jacob Stone ask us to listen to the cries we hear following natural disasters like the recent hurricanes and do our part to… Continue Reading ‘Death does not have the final word’

Get ready to vote on November 5

Rev. Glenn M. Wagner shares from his faith and experience about the importance of voting and ways to prepare for these decisions.

The joy of voting for the first time

Reflecting on the end of apartheid in South Africa, Rev. Melanie Carey expresses gratitude for the right to vote and how voting is part of her faith witness as a… Continue Reading The joy of voting for the first time

Comfort zones

Rev. Margie Crawford, superintendent of the East Winds District, encourages us to listen as Jesus calls us to step out of our comfort zones and follow him to live out… Continue Reading Comfort zones

Eat the fruit that makes for peace

Rev. Sondra Willobee discusses how the image of the tree of life in the book of Revelation gives insight into helping us navigate difficult situations in a heated election season.

Our churches as embassies of heaven

Rev. Larry Wik explains why his church is a polling place for elections and what benefits he finds in serving as a poll worker.