Flint children visited by Deaf Santa

Santa Claus came to Flint and heard the holiday wishes of deaf and hard-of-hearing children using American Sign Language. 

Finding faith in the Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is a seasonal favorite, but a United Methodist pastor says we can see it in a new way through the lens of faith.

Advent-Christmas music quiz

We listen. We hum. We sing along. But how much do we know about our favorite songs of the season? 

Celebrating Advent with your kids

Can’t face making another gingerbread house?? UMCOM offers ways for families to keep Jesus the focus of the Advent season this year.

More hymns for Advent season

Advent starts December 2nd. If you want to preserve the integrity of the season in song, here are five Advent hymns set to more familiar Christmas tunes.

Moving through Advent

Changes in the office do not change the course of God’s unfailing love.

Simplify your Christmas

Scaling back in order to experience a more healthy and holy Christmas season.

Home words bound

Rev. Benton Heisler reflects on the time capsule created through a collection of annual Christmas letters.

Create a Christmas countdown

Know someone who is alone for the holidays? Share some surprises and joy with “12 Days of Christmas.”

Reaching people at Christmas

Christmas presents a unique opportunity to welcome the unchurched. Here are ten ways to engage neighbors.