Resources to help plan Advent 2021

The Christian Year ends with Christ the King Sunday on November 21. Then comes Advent! Here are dozens of activities, ideas, and resources to guide your planning for all ages.

Faith comes alive through ‘The Chosen’

Rev. C. Chappell Temple talks about his congregation’s experience with “The Chosen,” a TV program that invites viewers to glimpse Jesus through the eyes of those who knew him.

Jesus proved every life is a ministry

James Kang, writing for Rethink Church, says now is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to embrace the idea that ministry can happen with “a congregation of one.”

Hospitality worthy of gold medals

Glenn Wagner shares the life-changing impact of hospitality as taught in the Bible and experienced in real life. How can you share the gift of hospitality?

Stepping boldly through change

Change happens. The Rev. Scott Harmon looks at changes at Camp Michigamme, in the Church, and in his life. His trust in God gives him hope.

Church camp changes lives

More than just a poster on the wall or a blurb in the bulletin. These congregations have a plan for promoting camp and supporting children and youth participation. Here’s how… Continue Reading Church camp changes lives

Sowing seeds of hope for the UMC

What do farming and science fiction have in common? Jerry DeVine says both “hope to break through and rise above the forces of resistance.”

Music shares Jesus’ healing love

A hospice chaplain finds, “Music can awaken the deepest level of emotional response in positive ways.” It’s a tool that shares Jesus’ love.

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.

From stable to garden with Jesus

It is important to fully embrace and live out of what happened in a manger in Bethlehem and a garden tomb in Jerusalem.