By Bishop Peggy A. Johnson Many have heard of second-mile giving. That is the kind of giving that happens when people stretch and give beyond their means or beyond what is expected (which is their “first-mile” gift). But what about …
Trailblazers
As we celebrate Black History Month it should be noted that trailblazers were a significant part of the Civil Rights movement in this country. Had there not been courageous people who took a stand and moved forward…
Delegates get foretaste of what’s on the table at GC2020
In a gathering that emphasized the denomination’s impasse over homosexuality, General Conference delegates and other UMC leaders received a preview of some of the proposals that will come before the quadrennial lawmaking body in May. Eastern PA Conference delegation leader Judy Ehninger …
Black UM leaders explore various GC2020 proposals
By John W. Coleman More than 600 African American United Methodists from around the Northeastern Jurisdiction convened Jan. 11 in Philadelphia to learn about controversial changes being proposed to the denomination’s 2020 legislative General Conference (GC2020). Now, more such events …
PA bishops support LGBT civil rights act
Bishop Jeremiah Park, leader of the Susquehanna Conference, will join other speakers calling for civil rights protection for LGBT persons at a news conference in the Pennsylvania State Capitol building on Monday, Feb. 3 at 12 noon. The news conference …
Help your church prepare for General Conference
How to get your church ready for GC2020? Pray. Get trustworthy information. Learn the process. Participate in conversations. Build trust…
True Justice: Seeking Equal Justice for People and Communities of Color
Use this New Bulletin Insert! A Film Showing, Discussion and Action Planning for Change…
Beware the Sin of Anti-Semitism
World leaders gathered for a ceremony at the former concentration camp and human extermination center Auschwitz on Monday, Jan. 27. They came to commemorate the 75th anniversary…
Courage
As we commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over the past week, I have pondered his life and witness, and the word “courage” comes to mind. Dr. King had incredible courage to lead the Civil Rights movement that ultimately…