Tag: John Wesley
Congregations named as leaders in generosity
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The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently honored four new Barrett Steward Leaders for their exemplary stewardship ministry and culture of generosity.
Wesley’s ‘three simple rules’ frame each day
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Attendees of the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference spent time reflecting on John Wesley’s three simple rules: do no harm, do good, and stay in love with God.
‘Wesleyan vile-tality’: A call to UM renewal
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Dr. Ashley Boggan D., a special guest at the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference, urged attendees to embrace a core aspect of their Wesleyan identity she calls “Wesleyan vile-tality.”
Doing good and doing justice
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Bishop Julius Trimble, resident bishop of the Indiana Conference, preached during the Thursday worship service of the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Pastoral ponderings on hell
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On Good Friday, when Christians around the world remember the tortured death of Jesus on the cross and his sacrifice for humanity, Glenn Wagner ponders the significance of hell for… Continue Reading Pastoral ponderings on hell
Michigan pilgrims catch spirit of Wesley
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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.
A Methodist till I die
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Jack Harnish gives five reasons why he loves being United Methodist and why he intends to remain one until he dies.
Following in faithfulness
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As Christians, we’re called to follow Jesus, for he is the primary influencer over our lives empowering us and shaping how we respond to whatever comes our way.
Be an agent of God’s love and light
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Public policy, says Sonya Luna, is not about politics. It’s about sharing God’s love with those who are suffering.
Christmas things you may not know
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Advent is a season full of traditions and experiences. Our journey to Christmas would not be the same without them. But how did they get started in the first place?