Tag: NCJ
Living with hope in this odd space
In this op-ed, retired pastor Jack Harnish believes last week’s North Central Jurisdictional Conference modeled what he believes The United Methodist Church is to become.
Introducing the Episcopal 22-10
The ten episcopal candidates for the North Central Jurisdiction formed a community that prayed and cared for each other, creating a message of unity and a model of mutual support… Continue Reading Introducing the Episcopal 22-10
Scanson crafts crosiers for bishops
Each newly elected bishop within the North Central Jurisdiction is gifted a homemade crosier, fashioned by a woodworker and retired elder, Rev. Art Scanson from the Dakotas Conference.
Bard is back
Episcopal assignments were announced Saturday morning during the consecration service of the three newly elected bishops to conclude the 2022 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
First interview with Bishop Bigham-Tsai
Bishop Kennetha Bigham-Tsai sat down for her first interview with the Michigan Conference Communications Team following her election this week at the North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Friday NCJ Conference summary
Friday NCJ Conference highlights include a presentation on gun violence and a conversation on the impact of homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism on The United Methodist Church.
Be salt and light
Friday morning’s worship service of the 2022 North Central Jurisdictional Conference was punctuated by a powerful sermon by Bishop Julius C. Trimble of the Indiana Conference and a word and… Continue Reading Be salt and light
The church’s real work
One of our clergy NCJ delegates reflects on worship and business during the Friday session of the North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Press on, toward this odd space
Bishop David Alan Bard gave an inspirational Episcopal Address to the members of the North Central Jurisdictional Conference on Thursday, November 3.
Thursday NCJ Conference Summary
Thursday NCJ Conference highlights include the election of Rev. Dan Scherwin, the third and final bishop, and conversations on Christian nationalism, racism, and white supremacy.