Category: Voices
Poetry and song as means of grace
In this month’s blog, Bishop David Bard celebrates two things that help him deepen his connection with himself, others, the world, and God — music and poetry.
Trust in the God who sets us free
Continuing our “America at 250” series of op-eds, B.J. Ash speaks truthfully from a Native Christian perspective on the story of American freedom, holding gratitude and grief together.
Playing in the sandbox together
Rev. John Kasper, superintendent of the Central Shores District, asks us to consider how well we work and live together in the sandboxes of life.
Be bold in embracing our faith
Continuing our “America at 250” series, Chris Momany argues that, as Wesleyans, our best response to the dangerous ideology of Christian Nationalism must be theological and rooted in the gospel… Continue Reading Be bold in embracing our faith
The United States at 250
In this month’s blog, Bishop David Bard reflects on what it means to celebrate, with open-eyed honesty, the gifts and challenges of our nation’s 250th anniversary.
The impact of telling our faith story
In this month’s blog, Bishop David Bard writes that learning to share our journey with Jesus is part of who we are as United Methodists and encourages us to practice… Continue Reading The impact of telling our faith story
Forming leaders to lead deep conversations
In this month’s blog, Bishop David Bard explains how The United Methodist Church must train pastoral leaders to engage in theologically informed conversations with their congregations.
Celebrating 10 years of faith and fire
Centro Familiar Cristiano UMC in Melvindale celebrates 10 years in ministry as a bridge builder in the denomination and a beacon of intercultural ministry near Detroit.
Embracing our call to serve the world
During this Eastertide season, Beth Pelkey, Northern Skies District Co-Lay Leader, asks the laity to look around and remain open to the astounding ministry opportunities in our communities.
The bridge is closed
Rev. Kristi Hintz, superintendent of the Northern Skies District, reflects on how the hope we generate together, particularly in the awkward in-between times when our plans have come undone, can… Continue Reading The bridge is closed