‘You don’t know my name, do you?’

Retired pastor John E. Harnish writes that loneliness affects many of us, and we can do our part as members of the body of Christ to let others know they’re… Continue Reading ‘You don’t know my name, do you?’

Building bridges in Michigan

Retired pastor John E. Harnish hopes the new United Methodist Church will emerge from the pain of disaffiliation and the vibrant energy of the recent General Conference as a bridge-building… Continue Reading Building bridges in Michigan

Clergy ready to ‘serve the present age’

In this second article exploring the future of The United Methodist Church in Michigan, six clergy members share how they are moving forward to serve a renewed church that is… Continue Reading Clergy ready to ‘serve the present age’

My great cloud of witnesses

Reflecting on All Saints Day, retired pastor John E. Harnish remembers his family and the church community that birthed his faith and is grateful.

Thank you, Miss Nellie and Rev. Broyles

Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on how we measure the influence one Sunday school teacher or one caring pastor can have on a person’s life.

Emerson to retire at year’s end

Deacon Ann Emerson reflects on retiring after serving as Director of the Lake Huron Retreat Center for over two decades.

Speak to the mind and the soul

Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on how the model of Chautauqua should inspire churches to speak to the intellect and mind as well as the soul and spirit.

Michigan pilgrims catch spirit of Wesley

A group of United Methodists from Michigan traveled to England to learn more about their Wesleyan heritage and how it continues to shape beliefs and inspire future mission.

Gandalf and the graduates

Retired pastor John E. Harnish ruminates on graduation—his and those graduating in 2023—and the importance of deciding what to do with the time we’re given.

Pentecostal squabbles

John E. Harnish reflects on how he finds great comfort in knowing that the Holy Spirit can still work through our very human church with all its squabbles to bring… Continue Reading Pentecostal squabbles