Tag: Martin Luther King Jr.
The Civil Rights Cobbler
In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate the life of United Methodist James Bailey, whose quiet dedication to caring for the feet of those marching for freedom during the… Continue Reading The Civil Rights Cobbler
Coming full circle
Recently honored with the Drum Major for Justice Award, Rev. Cornelius Davis reflects on a lifelong journey of faith shaped by history, service, and a deep commitment to justice lived… Continue Reading Coming full circle
Ways to build beloved community
In honor of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his vision of beloved community, here are resources to celebrate his legacy and prepare for Human Relations Sunday… Continue Reading Ways to build beloved community
Let’s be the change we want to see
Rev. Darryl Totty, superintendent of the Greater Detroit District, reflects on the message of love that Martin Luther King, Jr. embodied, which can also be ours today.
King’s dream feels heavy
Rev. Kevin Smalls reflects on why the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. feels heavy this year and why we cannot lose heart as we continue to fight hard to… Continue Reading King’s dream feels heavy
Ways to speak prophetically
In his first blog of 2025, Bishop David Bard outlines how to speak prophetically as people of Christian faith in a world where moral speech is rapidly labeled partisan.
Thank you, Miss Nellie and Rev. Broyles
Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on how we measure the influence one Sunday school teacher or one caring pastor can have on a person’s life.
Civil Rights pioneer dies
The Rev. Gil Caldwell’s death on September 4 follows the passing this year of other giants of the civil rights era — the Rev. Joseph Lowery, the Rev. C. T.… Continue Reading Civil Rights pioneer dies
Marching for justice
United Methodists were among 3,000 clergy in Washington D. C. on August 28 for the Ministers March for Justice.