Tag: Love
Actions speak louder than words

One of the most important things we can do as Christians, says Rev. Marty Johnston, is to love others openheartedly by our actions.
Remembering our mothers

Retired pastor Sondra Willobee thinks back upon the women who have nurtured and mentored her, including her mother, a polio survivor, who taught her much about faith and life.
But Jesus’ love prevails

Throughout Lent, campus ministry leaders will provide devotions based on the Gospel lectionary scriptures. Jim Magee from Michigan State writes about the power of Jesus’ love to challenge perspectives and… Continue Reading But Jesus’ love prevails
Grounded in love

Members of a growing Michigan Conference Contemplative Cohort invite you to spend Fridays in Advent exploring a form of contemplative prayer. This week, Rev. Sari Brown explains how she’s found… Continue Reading Grounded in love
Be lights of love

The Rev. Dr. Darryl Totty calls us to destigmatize mental illness by maintaining a humble spirit and loving and building others up with support and resources.
It’s April. One more, once!

Remembering Count Basie’s jazz tune, Bishop David Bard reflects on the unpredictable April weather and the eternal promise of Easter.
What’s love got to do with it?

Love asks us to be kind, uncomfortable and grateful says Bishop David Bard in this month’s reflection on The Joyful Journey.
A holy season full of surprises

In this year’s Advent message, Bishop David Bard notes that some surprises are bad. But he adds we can also expect to be surprised by God’s joy, hope, and love… Continue Reading A holy season full of surprises
Your plan or God’s plan?

As she graduates from college and prepares for the next phase of her journey, Madison Myers asks, “Do you believe there’s a plan for your life?”
Deaconess ‘walks with’ young people

Deaconess Amanda Mountain discerned her gifts for ministry. Pentecost is a time when everyone can pause and do just that.