Tag: History
A giant in the neighborhood
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The Rev. Glenn Wagner reflects on years gone by in his neighborhood, and mourns the passing of a giant beech tree that had witnessed a lot of local history.
From Vietnam to great church buildings
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In his September blog, the Rev. John Boley engages in a “dialogue between the past and the present” while addressing God’s people in an historic church.
New life … no going back
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In this chapter of “Drinking the Cup,” the Rev. John Boley talks about the forward march of history.
Home words bound
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Rev. Benton Heisler reflects on the time capsule created through a collection of annual Christmas letters.
Roadmap to beat ISIS
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A Louisiana layman provides insight into God’s battle plan to defeat the enemies of the U.S.
Lessons from the past
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BISHOP ROY I. SANO Retired, United Methodist Church After President Obama urged the United States to welcome some 10,000 refugees from Syria, more than 20 governors said they refused to… Continue Reading Lessons from the past
Voices of History
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“I love to work with college students, and I love history, especially the courage of those who served God faithfully over the ages,” says the Rev. Dr. Chris Momany in… Continue Reading Voices of History
Why the name “Methodist”?
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ANDREW J. SCHLEICHER United Methodist Communications Holy Club. Bible Moths. Methodists. These are just a few of the names people called Charles and John Wesley and those gathered around them before… Continue Reading Why the name “Methodist”?