Category: Other Perspectives
‘Methodist’ name needs careful use
The leader of the Commission on Religion & Race notes, “We of United Methodist heritage need to take care we don’t falsely presume to own the name “Methodist.“
Gates had gifts and so do you
How did Gates Brown make it to the major leagues as a Detroit Tiger? Pastor Scott Sherrill tells the story.
Who did you influence today?
There is much in life today that could use some positive influence. The Rev. Glenn Wagner explores the power we have to help people and events change direction for the… Continue Reading Who did you influence today?
Pastor urges all to make a difference
“Being upset, tired, and worn without action will get us nowhere,” says Pastor Albert Rush. He invites everyone to “stay in the fight.”
God’s dream for no gun violence
The prophet Isaiah celebrates God’s vision for peace. The Rev. Glenn Wagner contrasts that with the “seemingly endless cycle of gun violence in the U.S. “
Why I gave up my pulpit for Lent
During Lent, virtual worship was a tool used by Williamston United Methodist Church to listen to three powerful and prophetic Black preachers in Atlanta and Washington, D.C.
From stable to garden with Jesus
It is important to fully embrace and live out of what happened in a manger in Bethlehem and a garden tomb in Jerusalem.
Pastor champions Cross over Q
The Rev. Derek Kubilus, United Methodist pastor in Uniontown, OH, hosts the podcast, Cross Over Q, in an effort to debunk misinformation from QAnon.
50 years a Traveling Preacher
The Rev. John Harnish talks about his experience as an ordained elder and shares six trends in the United Methodist appointive system emerging over the past 50 years.
Clergy talk about self care
Annual conferences support clergy as they adapt to the health crisis by offering programs that help avert burnout. This care takes many forms.