We can do this!

In this op-ed, Rev. Kevin Smalls says voting yes on Ballot #3 will make necessary changes to the United Methodist Constitution and strengthen the church’s commitment to becoming an anti-racist church.

‘Ready to order our conversation right’

As we enter annual conference season, Bishop David Bard reminds us of the value of conferencing and why the quality of our dialogue at such meetings is to be seasoned… Continue Reading ‘Ready to order our conversation right’

Discover common ground and build on it

Rev. Melissa Claxton, the Michigan Conference’s Ecumenical Officer, reflects on the life and legacy of Pope Francis and how he valued the work of building ecumenical and interfaith relationships.

What would Jesus see on your walk?

Rev. Jodie Flessner, superintendent of the Western Waters District, is walking to Annual Conference this year, and she’s learning how this practice teaches her to take a closer look at… Continue Reading What would Jesus see on your walk?

We need to build a foundation of love

In this op-ed, Rev. Kristi Hintz says voting yes to add “gender” and “ability” to Paragraph 4, Article 4 (Ballot #2) of the United Methodist Constitution is an opportunity to… Continue Reading We need to build a foundation of love

Let’s build the church of the future

In this op-ed, Rev. Elizabeth Hurd believes the proposed constitutional amendment package on regionalization (Ballot #1) allows us to be proactive about our future and recommends eligible voting members to… Continue Reading Let’s build the church of the future

When clarity is kindness

In this op-ed, Rev. Jeremy Wicks says eligible voting members should vote yes on the proposed constitutional amendment to Paragraph 35, Article IV (Ballot #4), because it focuses on clarity,… Continue Reading When clarity is kindness

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