In the aftermath of the Special Session of the General Conference, Bishop Kenneth H. Carter, President of the Council of Bishops has issued a pastoral letter based on James 5:13-16. Click
here to read the full letter.
“Get Them Talking: Kindness”
The Bible teaches us to serve God by being kind, even in little ways like thinking of others’ needs, wants or feelings, or by being patient or conversational. Learn more…
A culturally competent Christmas carol
Of all the Christmas carols and hymns in the UM Hymnal none is as important for us today as #244, “’Twas in the Moon of Wintertime.” It is a Huron Christmas carol originally written in the language…
Christmas carols: “Above all sing spiritually”
As you turn the pages of The United Methodist Hymnal during December, often you will end up singing some of the most popular Christmas carols ever composed… Learn more…
Prayer for People Living with HIV/AIDS
World AIDS Day is Dec. 1. A reflection reminds us all to fight the stigma and stand with those who have HIV.
“Together with love, we can end this epidemic.” View
Homecoming: A Thanksgiving homily
Home-goings and homecomings. That’s what Thanksgiving is about for many people. Many will travel home or welcome family and friends home this week. The profound gratitude we feel for home and for reuniting with loved ones, are a big part …
Loving others in our family of faith
Galatians 6:10 says, “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” These words of the Apostle Paul give us clear direction to be about doing good works…
Churches, communities of hope ‘make room for a new future’
By the Rev. Jennifer Freymoyer—On August 15, the Rev. Steve Morton and I traveled to some of the churches and towns most affected by the flooding in our North District. I’ve been in…
The secret to forgiveness: Focus within
United Methodists know we ought to be forgiving people. The Bible instructs us, “As the Lord forgave you, so also forgive each other,” (Col. 3:13), but that is often much easier said than done. Continue…
What United Methodists can do about suicide
In addition to the grief and loss that comes with any death, surviving family members and friends struggle to understand. They are filled with additional questions… Learn more.