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Reflections on the 2020(4) United Methodist General Conference: A Presentation for Local Churches

I recently had the opportunity to serve as a reserve delegate from the Great Plains Annual Conference at the 2020(4) United Methodist General Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. This historic gathering brought together delegates from around the world to make important decisions that will impact the future of our church. When I returned, a Sunday […]

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Reflections on Day 5 of the UMC General Conference 2024

Day 5 of the UMC General Conference began with a powerful worship service led by Bishop Eben Nhiwatiwa, whose message resonated deeply with those gathered. His words served as a poignant reminder that there is no room for competition in the kingdom of God. Instead, we should focus on reaching out to those who still […]

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Reflections on Day 2 of the UMC General Conference 2020(4)

Day 2 of the UMC General Conference began with an inspiring morning worship, featuring a jazz combo that led us in singing century-old hymn lyrics in a refreshed way. The music was fantastic and set a positive tone for the day. Bishop Holston’s episcopal address took us on a journey through the years since the […]

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Reflections on Day 1 of the UMC General Conference 2020(4)

Day 1 at the UMC General Conference was filled with reconnecting with friends and colleagues from across the connection. It’s inspiring to see people from all across the UMC, including the highest concentration of bishops, and to have opportunities to catch up with friends from near and far. I’ve connected with a variety of people […]

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Guest Blog – Does the World Know?: Christian Unity in a Fractured Age (3 of 3)

This is a guest blog from Jared White of Finite Calls Infinite. Jared is a musician, a Web developer, a photographer, and a Charismatic Christian who believes that the Spirit of God is moving dramatically across the world today and impacting entire nations with the Gospel of the Kingdom. “So flee youthful passions and pursue […]

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Guest Blog – Does the World Know?: Christian Unity in a Fractured Age (2 of 3)

This is a guest blog from Jared White of Finite Calls Infinite. Jared is a musician, a Web developer, a photographer, and a Charismatic Christian who believes that the Spirit of God is moving dramatically across the world today and impacting entire nations with the Gospel of the Kingdom. In last week’s installment of “Does […]

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Guest Blog – Does the World Know?: Christian Unity in a Fractured Age (1 of 3)

This is a guest blog from Jared White of Finite Calls Infinite. Jared is a musician, a Web developer, a photographer, and a Charismatic Christian who believes that the Spirit of God is moving dramatically across the world today and impacting entire nations with the Gospel of the Kingdom. John 17:20-23 20  I do not […]