Tag: Jack Harnish
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
‘You rode with Jesus’
Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on what it means to ride with Jesus again through the painful yet glorious moments of Holy Week and Easter.
Mighty wind and quiet stream
Reflecting on the recent Asbury revival, Bishop David Alan Bard invites us this Lent to look for spiritual transformation in both dramatic experiences and everyday disciplines.
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.
Holy conferencing in a time of unknowing
Through deep listening and holy conversation, three Michigan United Methodist congregations have been meeting to discern whether they will remain United Methodist or choose to disaffiliate.
Living with hope in this odd space
In this op-ed, retired pastor Jack Harnish believes last week’s North Central Jurisdictional Conference modeled what he believes The United Methodist Church is to become.