Category: Michigan Area Leadership
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
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
‘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.
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.