Call to prayer for Ukraine

“I invite every United Methodist congregation in this conference to carry prayers for peace into the holy season of Lent, beginning with Ash Wednesday on March 2,” says Bishop David… Continue Reading Call to prayer for Ukraine

Breathe, work, pray

After the conviction of Derek Chauvin on April 20, Bishop David Bard says, “There is much work to be done. Today we breathe a little easier as we witness justice.”

Personalize your Ash Wednesday

Finding the holy in the midst of our ordinary routines is important every day. It’s particularly significant on Ash Wednesday, February 17, the day that starts the Easter journey in… Continue Reading Personalize your Ash Wednesday

Ten ways to go deeper during Lent

The followers of Jesus our now on that annual journey from Ash Wednesday toward Easter. Lent provides an opportunity to relate to God and others in new ways.

New prayer for the New Year

The posture of prayer is the subject of this reflection by Rev. Dave Barnhart, who suggests that praying is an activity that engages the whole body and spirit.

Michigan delegates keep Bible in view

The view of a General or Jurisdictional delegate focuses largely on politics of voting. But God’s Word informs these decisions.