United Methodist Women equip voters

This UMW podcast helps voters prayerfully develop questions to ask candidates at all levels of elections this fall. Vote informed.

Loss and learning

What does it take to remain faithful during a season of loss? Bishop David Bard asserts that, as followers of Jesus, learning about self-giving love is important.

Youth with hearts for Christ

Masks on and hearts open! A pandemic cannot stop persons from engaging in mission projects at home or at the church.

Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful

“There is nothing easy about this time,” says the Rev. Kathy Pittenger. Still, she remains hopeful as she offers families and leaders ideas and resources to take into the new… Continue Reading Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful

Finding God at Motown Mission

“I have these expectations that I want God to fill,” says Jacinta Kreiner. Her summer experience at Motown Mission required faith and patient waiting upon the Lord.

The virus through the lens of faith

The Rev. John Boley examines the life changes brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. From the perspective of faith, he offers words of hope and healing.

Social world, dynamic principles

A revised statement of United Methodist Social Principles is headed to the 2020 General Conference. The Rev. John Boley compares the current and the new expressions of Wesleyan social piety.

Our calling in Christ continues

Bishop David Bard brings into clearer focus some aspirational actions taken by the 2019 Michigan Annual Conference, as the journey toward GC2020 continues to move forward.

Movie reviews with faith in mind

Whether attending the theater or streaming at home, it’s helpful to have a resource to guide you through the plot, the characters, and the themes of the movie. 

Good reads share faith with children

Parents and grandparents develop a child’s journey with God as they share words of faith. Start early with these books.