Category: Voices
Can we bless our neighbors?
Rev. Dr. Jerome Devine lifts up passages from Genesis and Mark to help us consider divine hospitality and how we may each bless others as United Methodists face the separation… Continue Reading Can we bless our neighbors?
Investors urged to hold steady
While investors tend to fall victim to the cycle of scarcity, the United Methodist Foundation encourages a faith-filled belief in sufficiency and abundance.
A pastor teaches about peacemaking
The Rev. Bill Wylie-Kellermann reflects on the prophetic ministry of Pastor Daniel Berrigan, his spiritual director for half a century, whose witness speaks to today’s headlines.
A world connected in Christ’s love
A reminder, from the Rev. Paul Perez and Bishop Edward Khegay, that “Christ can connect people across the deepest divisions imaginable.” Here are ways you can be a peacemaker today.
‘End Gun Violence Michigan’ organizes
United Methodists Across the state are encouraged to support efforts to stop gun violence in Michigan. Resources and advocacy opportunities here.
Stepping away from white privilege
The Rev. Dwayne Bagley encourages those who “have been white too long … to take steps that change our location and expand our relations.”
Thoughts on Tempered Resilience
The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Browne shares a review of Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger.
Act now on Drive SAFE bills
The Rev. Paul Perez explains the importance of a driver’s license to Michigan’s immigrants and families. He encourages support of the Drive SAFE bills in the state’s legislature.
Why dedicate a month to Black History?
Rev. Jack Harnish asserts, “We need a month dedicated to Black History, because most of our history has been white history, told by white writers, focusing on white characters, and… Continue Reading Why dedicate a month to Black History?
What’s love got to do with it?
Love asks us to be kind, uncomfortable and grateful says Bishop David Bard in this month’s reflection on The Joyful Journey.