Your happy place and sacred space

Retired pastor Jack Harnish has felt what research has proven, that spending time outdoors is good for the body and soul.

Bishop calls UMs to slow COVID spread

In this pastoral letter to Michigan United Methodists, Bishop David Bard encourages pastors and laity to care for the well-being of themselves and others as COVID caseloads increase in the… Continue Reading Bishop calls UMs to slow COVID spread

Churches respond as virus spikes

Some United Methodist churches are returning to online-only worship as another wave of the virus strikes. Congregations are also taking steps to reach vaccine holdouts.

Battling burnout Wesley’s way

Taking care of yourself physically can be a key ingredient in battling burnout. John Wesley had ideas about staying healthy in spirit and in body.

Pandemic turning point at hand

Bishop David Bard thanks church leaders for their patience and careful planning for the common good as a corner is turned in the pandemic.

UMCOR supports partners in India

India currently faces a major health crisis associated with coronavirus. The United Methodist Committee on Relief is working with partners there and encouraging gifts to the UMCOR COVID-19 Response Fund.

Care about COVID, like Jesus

With the COVID pandemic out of control in Michigan, Bishop David Bard summarizes safety guidelines and urges individuals and churches to exercise patience and care.

Michigan seniors cope with COVID

Quarantine precautions to avoid the spread of the coronavirus were first implemented in Michigan retirement communities a year ago. Seniors are grateful that administrators and staff kept them safe.

Global ministries allocates dollars

The General Board of Global Ministries made financial allocations at its spring meeting with the emphasis on justice and the fact that Jesus cares.

Thoughts on choosing vaccination

Noting that people’s responses to COVID-19 vaccination fall on a spectrum, the Rev. Paul Perez plans to be vaccinated and encourages others to do so, too.