Tag: Change
Telling the UMW story
The strategic plan of UMW focuses on deepening faith, strengthening skills, expanding partnerships and setting a values-based context for mission.
7 preaching shifts happening right now
Consultant Carey Nieuwhof observes while today’s culture is changing, many preachers are using a method that’s been around for centuries.
Thoughts on moving, and acorns
When God calls. Glenys Nellist shares how clergy families often feel upon moving to a home in a new appointment.
Home Words Bound
Rev. Benton Heisler finds strength and comfort in scripture as he leaves a familiar neighborhood to “go, when and where the Bishop appoints me.”
Uncharted territory
The Rev. John Boley encourages The Michigan Conference to embrace the adventure of living in uncertain times.
Manistee makes disciples
“VCI is a wake-up call,” says the Rev. John Scott, pastor of Manistee United Methodist Church.”
Power in the pew
This month’s laity blog considers how people and communities remain faithful in the midst of change.
Connecting with every generation
The Conference Older Adult Council cites Ecclesiastes and urges outreach across generations.
