Category: Puzzler’s Corner Blog Posts
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
Puzzlers Corner- A Call For Prayer
Next week, our nation will be voting to elect our next leaders at all levels of government. I don’t believe that I am alone when I say that I am feeling some anxiety about what may unfold on November 5th and the days that follow. I ask for each faith community to consider being open… Continue Reading Puzzlers Corner- A Call For Prayer
Fearlessly Inspired
As we consider all that we experienced during this year’s Annual Conference, I hope that whether you were present in person, or were able to be with us online, that you were inspired by our time together. The theme of the Annual Conference was to Fearlessly Embrace Our Future. Our Guest Speaker was Rev. Ginger… Continue Reading Fearlessly Inspired
Puzzler’s Corner: I Love It When A Plan Comes Together
Puzzler’s Corner Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8 “I Love It When A Plan Comes Together.” This famous quote is attributed to John Hannibal Smith, the leader of a fictional team of do-gooders who seek to wipe out injustice as they stay one step ahead of the law. The t. v. show that coined the phrase had a… Continue Reading Puzzler’s Corner: I Love It When A Plan Comes Together
The Lord Be With You
“The Lord Be With You” I learned late Tuesday afternoon that the jury reached a guilty verdict in the case of Jennifer Crumbley. I struggle with trying to find the right words to comfort the families that have had to relive that day over the last several weeks. And it is possible that people… Continue Reading The Lord Be With You
Readers to Leaders Invitation
As members of Christ’s family we are called to support our sisters and brothers in need, whether they are living in our community or are living in other nations. At the 2022 Michigan Annual Conference, Rev. Jon Reynolds and Lisa Batten, Associate Director of Connectional Ministries, invited each faith community in the Conference to help… Continue Reading Readers to Leaders Invitation
Puzzling Through: Just A Slice
On Sunday November 5th, the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals met in their first NFL game following Damar Hamlin’s collapse on the field in January. After what looked like a routine play by both teams, Damar stood up and then fell. Medical personnel began caring for him immediately, and after he was stabilized, he… Continue Reading Puzzling Through: Just A Slice
Puzzling Through, A Few More Thoughts
First, I want to thank everyone who was able to attend the District Conference on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Whether you were with us in person or in spirit, it was wonderful to spend some time in fellowship, sharing a meal and planting seeds for our future. I especially want to express my gratitude… Continue Reading Puzzling Through, A Few More Thoughts
Prayers for Peoples of Israel
As I begin this week’s blog, I ask for your prayers for the peoples of Israel. I have visited the Holy Land twice. I am heartbroken as the images I’ve seen over the past few days have forever changed the places I remember. At this time, there are tour groups that are unable to return… Continue Reading Prayers for Peoples of Israel