Commentary: Reflections on a Strange Silence
Reflections on a Strange Silence
By the Rev. Vince Hart
About 25 years ago I submitted a paper at the Portland hearing of the UMC Committee...
When It Comes to Climate Change, We’re All Grieving (Even Climate Deniers)
At the heart of climate change is something with which we deeply struggle--change. And it is not just any change. This is change beyond...
What Are the UMC’s Social Values? Look at Where It Invests Its Money.
By Rev. Jenny Phillips | Minister for Environmental Stewardship and Advocacy
Many United Methodists consider the Social Principles to be a foundational resource in understanding...
When the holidays are more bitter than sweet
Commentary by Patrick Scriven
Wise ministry leaders are often cautious on holidays like Mothers Day. In any given congregation there is likely someone who has...
ICHRP movement launches in Washington
By Rhondalei Gabuat
Vancouver, Wash. - On December 9, the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines - U.S. chapter launched with human rights...
Undocumented, low-income residents in Ellensburg receive JFON support
By Pastor Jen Stuart | Photos by Rob Fraser
It all started with Shady Acres Mobile Home Park.
Although we have a Hispanic Apostolica congregation that...
Commentary: What if Lincoln Imagined No Malaria?
Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other one thing.”
Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United...
Save the date – Mission u is July 13-16, 2018
Mission u: What about our money?
By the Rev. Neal Christie | Photos by Jesse N. Love
What are a few topics were you taught to avoid...
Claudine’s Story: Being a Blessing to Others
Claudine Kasongo is presented with Certificate of Achievement from the Rev. Jon Short.
Claudine’s Story: Being a Blessing to Others
By Barbara Dadd Shaffer | Photos by Jesse N....
Seasonal Anxiety
By the Rev. Cara Scriven | Tacoma District Superintendent
This morning one of my youngest daughters asked, “Mom, is it Fall yet?” I responded with,...
