Category: Michigan Area Leadership
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.
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.
Ways to speak prophetically
In his first blog of 2025, Bishop David Bard outlines how to speak prophetically as people of Christian faith in a world where moral speech is rapidly labeled partisan.
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.
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.
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
‘We are to wear love’
Leading up to the election, Bishop David Bard encourages us to vote, showing up with a demeanor that enhances democracy and reflects who we are as God’s beloved in Jesus… Continue Reading ‘We are to wear love’
New ways, fresh streams
By examining Isaiah 43, Rev. John Kasper, superintendent of the Central Bay District, explains how we can prepare for God’s new thing.