Winter of the Church – #Story2TellUMC
"We are in the winter of the church where the things we have amassed are beautiful, our history, our stories, and our grace, but...
The Practice of Lovingkindness Meditation
In the first installment of the Clergy Wellness Corner of the new year, pastoral counselor and #UMC deacon Denise McGuiness shares a meditative practice called Lovingkindness. She writes that "this practice has been a life changer for me, especially in the current state of the world that is full of divisiveness and hate."
Advent Resources (and more) at the Regional Media Center!
On the Shelf
By Ian McKnight
Connect with the Regional Media Center!
E-mail | Facebook: Regional Media Center | RMC WebsiteAdvent is almost here! It is our...
United Methodist Insurance Provides Helpful Resource for Local Churches
Nashville, TN – United Methodist Insurance (UMI), the insurance company for the denomination’s local churches, has provided an easy to use, free resource for...
Lewis Center for Church Leadership Engages New Audience, New Topics with Podcast
The Lewis Center for Church Leadership of Wesley Theological Seminary recently launched the Leading Ideas Talks podcast. With new entries each Wednesday, listeners will learn from ecumenical and intentionally diverse guests speaking on various topics like stewardship, evangelism, preaching, and church growth.
Take the “Change the World” challenge!
2013 marks the fourth year that The United Methodist Church has participated in "Change the World," an event led by United Methodist Communications and...
Renton’s homeless find a “Center of Hope”
Renton’s homeless find a “Center of Hope”
In association with the Renton Ecumenical Association of Churches (REACH),
Renton First UMC began its round of hosting homeless...
A Liturgy for Orlando
By the Rev. Mantu Joshi*
I wrote this liturgy after the recent tragedy. Please feel free to use this if it is helpful for your community.
Liturgy
Leader:...