Church staff and volunteers see their local churches in a particular light. You see the wicks that struggle to be added to the …
Coming to an Inclusive Table: A Reflection on UMC General Conference 2024
On the eve of April 23, 2024, the long-awaited beginning of the General Conference that had been postponed from 2020, United …
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5 Questions to Ask Yourself in Ministry
I believe that those of us in ministry positions should constantly check in with ourselves. This questioning is not necessarily to …
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Make A Holy Week Survival Care Package
You might pray that the person stays healthy and well fed during Holy Week. Then brainstorm what items you could include in the …
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Why VBS and Clergy Are a Natural Fit
Throughout my career as a minister I have participated in many Vacation Bible School weeks, and regardless of the church or the …
Why VBS Needs Clergy… and Why Clergy Need VBS
"VBS is where the church really shines, showing values of community, education, Scripture, and nurturing children." Clergy …
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