Keep Christ in the center

Nearing retirement, Rev. John Hice reflects on his hope-filled seminary days, the challenging intervening years, and how he’s kept his ministry focus on Christ.

Michigan Conference redraws district lines

The Michigan Conference announces a new district map and the district superintendents serving those seven new districts.

‘Why do we fill out these forms?’

The Rev. John Hice claims the process of creating and completing ministry-related forms does make a difference, even though it may be difficult to see at times.

‘The earth is the Lord’s’

When it comes to creation, the Rev. John Hice calls for mindfulness, saying, “Can’t we often ask ourselves, ‘How does this thing I’m doing help or hurt God’s earth?’”

God’s people wear big ears

The Rev. John Hice, superintendent of The East Winds District, recalls words of wisdom from Bishop Ivan Abrahams, spoken in 2007. “I hope that the churches will have big ears.”… Continue Reading God’s people wear big ears

East Winds’ profiles in courage

This is the third in a series of reflections on life and faith during the COVID-19 era by District Superintendents of The Michigan Conference. The Rev. John Hice shares about… Continue Reading East Winds’ profiles in courage

The long, meandering trek

The struggle for God’s justice may be long but, says the Rev. John Hice, “This is not an excuse to put it off and abide injustices for even a minute.” 

District Dialogue: collateral damage

Collateral damage — harm to untargeted others — may be a real consequence if the pending divide takes place in The United Methodist Church. The Rev. John Hice reflects on… Continue Reading District Dialogue: collateral damage

Michigan VIMs assist Puerto Rico

  A 7-member team organized by The East Winds District left Michigan and served in Puerto Rico for a week in January. They now see the world with new eyes.

Hice to serve as the Crossroads D.S.

FEBRUARY 29, 2016; LANSING MI:  Today, Bishop Deborah Lieder Kiesey announced that the Rev. John Hice will serve as the new District Superintendent for the Crossroads District, effective July 1,… Continue Reading Hice to serve as the Crossroads D.S.