Tag: Reconciliation
A personal “Aha!” epiphany
The Rev. Glenn Wagner reflects on the history of epiphany, the Christian season of Epiphany, and a personal epiphany that has made a difference in his life.
Missionaries promote peace in Korea
Adam Shaw has worked for two years as a United Methodist missionary in Korea. “It seems like many issues divide the U.S., but North Korea is not one of them,”… Continue Reading Missionaries promote peace in Korea
Bishop talks pandemic and politics
Bishop David Bard urges Michigan leaders and congregations to continue to be wise and loving in making decisions about pandemic safety measures.
Two acres of grace
An Act of Repentance toward Reconciliation between Michigan’s Native Americans and United Methodists recently occurred at the Saganing Indian Mission UMC. It was an experience marked by grace.
Leaders offer separation plan
On January 3rd, a diverse, 16-member team of church leaders, offered a separation proposal that would preserve The United Methodist Church while allowing traditionalist-minded congregations to form a new denomination.
A lineman named Jesus
The Rev. Glenn Wagner calls Jesus “a lineman,” and invites us to grasp the power of Christ’s sacrificial love and revolutionary practice of forgiveness.
Bridging political tensions
Pastor Carey Nieuwhof believes the church can be an agent of hope in today’s divided culture.
Overcoming fear, bonding with others
Bishop William H. Willimon’s new book examines the “biology of fear” and the Christian response.
Moving on after election day
An expert in conflict transformation offers tips to help us reconnect on a morning when many feel divided.