Tag: Glenn Wagner
Seeking peace in Gaza from Michigan
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In this op-ed, retired pastor Glenn Wagner shares lessons learned from his visits to the Middle East, observations on the current conflict, and thoughts on possible solutions.
Important life lessons from Jesus
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By studying the Gospel of John, Glenn Wagner recalls life lessons he’s learned about the nature of our mortal life and the assurance of eternal life in Christ.
A love letter from Poppa
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On the occasion of his 70th birthday, Glenn Wagner writes a love letter to his two grandsons about seven helpful life lessons he’s learned over seven decades of faith.
Pastoral transitions: Part 2, welcome
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In this second half of a two-part article, Glenn Wagner offers advice to congregations welcoming new pastors and outlines practical wisdom to clergy transitioning into a new ministry setting.
Pastoral transitions: Part 1, goodbye
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In this first half of a two-part article, Glenn Wagner shares ideas from his four decades as a United Methodist pastor to help clergy and congregations better say goodbye and… Continue Reading Pastoral transitions: Part 1, goodbye
Grateful for our union benefits
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In this op-ed, retired pastor Glenn M. Wagner shares from his four decades of pastoral experience significant benefits of the “United” in our UMC.
Coming home
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Glenn Wagner recently returned to his hometown for a pandemic-delayed high school reunion and Sunday morning worship in his home church. He shares his experience of this first extended homecoming… Continue Reading Coming home
Veterans Day tribute to Dad
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Glenn Wagner reflects on the testimony of his father, who served his family with love, this country as a veteran of the U.S. army, and God through a faithful life… Continue Reading Veterans Day tribute to Dad
The Ten Commandments and me
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Retired pastor Glenn Wagner gives the context and history behind the Ten Commandments and then asks why we should care about them today.
God’s dream for no gun violence
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The prophet Isaiah celebrates God’s vision for peace. The Rev. Glenn Wagner contrasts that with the “seemingly endless cycle of gun violence in the U.S. “