Author: Fuller
Declare God’s Glory
Ascribe to the Lord, you heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory due God’s name; worship the Lord in the splendor of God’s holiness. Psalm 29:1-2 NIV I was blessed to take renewal leave this summer. It was my first actual renewal leave since beginning in ministry in 1994. My hope was to rest, connect with family, review my… Continue Reading Declare God’s Glory
Church Conference Letter
Pastors and Church Leaders, Grace and peace to you from our Lord Jesus, It is my privilege to serve among you as your District Superintendent in this appointive year. As you are aware, in the coming year, with prayer and the leading of the Holy Spirit, decisions will be made affecting the number and size… Continue Reading Church Conference Letter
Helping Our East Winds Neighbor
On July 16, 2025 the Paint Creek UMC, an East Winds District Church, experienced significant flood damage following an unusually heavy rainstorm. The churches’ fellowship hall was impacted by the inadequate sewer drains and road runoff. This runoff left 6+ inches of flood water in the fellowship hall. We are grateful that our historic sanctuary… Continue Reading Helping Our East Winds Neighbor
Kasper’s Corner- Renewed Wonder From Nature
O Eternal, our Lord, Your majestic name is heard throughout the earth; Your magnificent glory shines far above the skies. From the mouths and souls of infants and toddlers, the most innocent, You have decreed power to stop Your adversaries and quash those who seek revenge. When I gaze to the skies and meditate on… Continue Reading Kasper’s Corner- Renewed Wonder From Nature
Introduction
Sisters and Brothers of East Winds District, I greet you in the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus. As you likely are aware, Bishop Bard has appointed me to serve as district superintendent for East Winds in addition to Central Bay for the upcoming appointment year. Perhaps you are wondering just who this new… Continue Reading Introduction
This Is A Day of New Beginnings
As my time as the East Winds District Superintendent is drawing to a close, I want to celebrate what a wonderful journey these last two years have been. Over the next several weeks I ask you to pray for the new East Winds Superintendent, Rev. John Kasper and also Rev. John Hice. As I begin… Continue Reading This Is A Day of New Beginnings
Grant Deadline Coming Soon!
East Winds Connectional Grant Applications are due April 1, 2025. For all East Winds Grant and Loan Information and applications CLICK HERE
East Winds District Clergy Retreat
Join us for the 2025 East Winds Clergy Retreat, Here I am, Send Me. Dates: 12:00 pm February 28, 2025 to 12:00 March 1, 2025 Location: Colombiere Conference & Retreat Center, 9075 Big Lake Road, Clarkston, MI 48346 Cost: variable based on room occupancy (commuter option available). Double rooms available. If you choose a double room… Continue Reading East Winds District Clergy Retreat
Here am I, send me
Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I am announcing that the East Winds District will be having a Clergy Retreat from 12:00 pm February 28, 2025 to 12:00 March 1, 2025 at the Colombiere Retreat Center in Clarkston, MI. Our reflection passage will be Isaiah 6:8. There will be time for us to be still and… Continue Reading Here am I, send me
Puzzler’s Corner- The Best Thursday in November
Last Thursday night, I settled in to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers battle the Cleveland Browns for the first of two meetings this season. The game was played in Cleveland, and snow was falling as the contest began. Over the course of the next 3 quarters, what started as a light dusting became what the announcers… Continue Reading Puzzler’s Corner- The Best Thursday in November