Praise to God comes first

“Faith is something that precedes an answer to a battle or a crisis,” says the Rev. Cornelius Davis, Jr. He calls us to praise our God, who is good even… Continue Reading Praise to God comes first

Faith to hang on and keep going

In this month’s Joyful Journey, Bishop David Bard shares about a squirrel hanging onto a branch in the wind. It reminds him how faith and trust in Christ hold us… Continue Reading Faith to hang on and keep going

COVID challenges test their faith

This is the inspiring story of how the faith of four lay servants in southeast Michigan helped them cope with and manage COVID. 

‘Girls, Jesus is calling YOU!’

In a video message, Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño shares some lessons she has learned about the value of women in helping heal the world. She encourages girls everywhere to claim… Continue Reading ‘Girls, Jesus is calling YOU!’

God blesses from start to finish

God is doing a new thing at Church of the Dunes in Grand Haven, MI. Finishing Well is an intentional ministry focused on the needs of those in the congregation… Continue Reading God blesses from start to finish

Claiming the power of song

Sermons are powerful but words combined with a melody “stick with us,” says Zebulon M. Highben, director of  Music at Duke University Chapel. What’s a song that sticks with you?

Love is everywhere in our churches

This is the second in a series of reflections by District Superintendents of The Michigan Conference on life and faith during the COVID-19 era. The Rev. Dr. Margie Crawford shares… Continue Reading Love is everywhere in our churches

Living in the harbor of faith

Ryan Dunn tells the story of John Wesley’s voyage with the Moravians and what they taught him about faith and dealing with fear.

Bishops call for voter participation

United Methodist bishops based in the United States support full participation in the coming election in the face of the two viruses, COVID-19 and racism.

Celebrate your tapestry of faith

The Rev. Dr. Margie Crawford encourages us to remember our legacy. Take time to celebrate the members of your personal and faith family tree.