Connection Begins with an Invitation

I remember when I was appointed to my first church and how disconnected and isolated I felt. During my first week, my phone rang. Rev. John Cordes invited me to a nearby diner for lunch, along with his exceptional lay …

Neurodiversity ministries blossom from deep listening  

In recent years, awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity—the reality that people’s brains develop and function in different ways—has grown significantly. Often associated with conditions like autism and ADHD, neurodivergence reflects a wide spectrum of human experience. Yet the church has not always embraced these differences …

Church Office Administrator, Hibernia UM Church

Hibernia United Methodist Church is seeking a dependable, organized, and ministry-minded individual to support church operations, communications, and financial management. This part-time position (10–12 hours per week, $20/hour) provides administrative support to the pastor and church leadership, manages church communications, …

Part Time Church Administrative Assistant Opportunity, Lima Church

Lima United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time administrative assistant. This is an 18 hour per week position (Monday-Friday), with some flexibility of work hours possible. Candidates should possess excellent organizational, clerical, and interpersonal skills and the ability to pass …

Staying Alive: Eddystone UMC, a congregation with heart

In the fall of 2025, Eddystone United Methodist Church was worshiping through a nine-week sermon series entitled “12 Steps for Christians” based on the spiritual wisdom of the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Each Sunday, Pastor John or Pastor …