St. Simons Island, Ga.: The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church congratulated Sen. Barack Obama today on his election as the 44th President of the United States and applauded his willingness to articulate a vision of change for the nation "that is based on hope for all the people...
Teaser:Congratulations to the reciepients of the 2008 scholarships provided by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry The United Methodist General Board of Higher Education and Ministry has published their scholarship recipients for the 2008 year. Below, you will find the individuals...
Teaser:Rev. Lewis A. Parks explores the different kinds of people who are attracted to small churches.By Lewis A. ParksWhen small church lay and clergy leaders gather, the first comments you often hear reflect an understandable anger, defensiveness, and dread of an imminent future. This is...
Teaser:Community UMC in Crofton recently traveled to Zimbabwe, where they worked in partnership with the churches there to meet the needs of the poor, including dedicating a solar power project at a medical clinic.By Charlie Moore I recently had the privilege of leading a Volunteer In Mission...
Teaser:A new look at the apostle Paul by Michael Gorman calls upon Christians to have the faith of Christ and be co-crucified and co-resurrected with him.Galatians 2:19-21By Melissa Lauber"For through the law I died to the law, so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ...
Teaser:First Saints Community Church, a United Methodist congregation, recently opened a center in Leonardtown to meet the needs of the community.BY CARRIE MADRENUMCONNECTION CORRESPONDENTTerry Bonnevier teaches marketing and business administration at the local high school, but she's also in...
Teaser:Wesley UMC celebrated in 180th anniversary by building on its practice of radical hospitality.BY MELISSA LAUBERUMCONNECTION StaffTo celebrate its 180th anniversary, Wesley UMC in Washington, D.C., is "stepping into the reign of God now," with a jazz band, salsa dancing, Afro-Columbian...
Teaser:Bishop Forrest C. Stith looks back over his 50 years in ordained ministry.BY LESLI BALES-SHERRODUMCONNECTION CORRESPONDENTBishop Forrest C. Stith was only 17 years old when it became clear to him that he wanted to be a pastor."And not just a pastor, but a rural pastor," chuckled Stith...
Teaser:Several Baltimore churches have completed their Shalom training and will begin empowerment ministries in their communities.BY LINDA WORTHINGTONUMCONNECTION STAFFIn the neighborhood around Christ UMC in East Baltimore many of the houses are abandoned and boarded up. Debris lies scattered...
Teaser:As the nation faces financial a crisis, the church can play a special role. Four spiritual leaders provide insights.Tough Economy, but God has a plan BY DARYL WILLIAMSDay by day, it seems as if the economy is on a roller coaster and we are all along for the ride. The past few months have...
