Category: Voices

Plumb the depths of our rich history

As we near Easter, Bishop David Bard asks us to proclaim the message of a loving and redeeming God who remains ever near, the same message that has been carried… Continue Reading Plumb the depths of our rich history

A Lenten practice for days like these

Rev. LuAnn Rourke, superintendent of the Heritage District, writes about the Lenten practice of “spiritual location” she has adopted, reminding her to pause in every situation and consider how and… Continue Reading A Lenten practice for days like these

Christian discipleship is a full-time job

Inspired by Bishop Bard’s listening tour, Denny Wissinger, the Michigan Conference’s Co-Lay Leader, encourages local churches to challenge the laity within their congregations to dive into discipleship, the call Christ… Continue Reading Christian discipleship is a full-time job

‘On any given Sunday, your life could change’

As an auto accident survivor, Rev. Faith Green Timmons shares her deeply personal story to persuade every Michigan United Methodist to support this year’s Advocacy Day on March 12.

‘The world needs this kind of people’

As Lent begins, Bishop David Bard calls us to pay close attention to our humanness in all its complexity and develop character qualities befitting such self-knowledge.

To be black and United Methodist

For Black History Month, Rev. Kevin Smalls writes a heartfelt, honest love letter to The United Methodist Church, which has shaped his life and faith.

Continuing the adventure

As his time as superintendent of the Northern Skies District draws to a close, Rev. Scott Harmon reflects on the evolving adventure of ministry. Sometimes it’s holding on, sometimes it’s… Continue Reading Continuing the adventure

Open-eyed and resilient

In a chaotic world, Bishop David Bard invites us to stay grounded in resilient love as we care for one another, even in disagreement.

Leadership in today’s cultural landscape

Rev. Dr. David Bell addresses how we can navigate the complexities of contemporary leadership and drive meaningful impact in our organizations and communities.

Let’s be the change we want to see

Rev. Darryl Totty, superintendent of the Greater Detroit District, reflects on the message of love that Martin Luther King, Jr. embodied, which can also be ours today.