To read the previous part of this story, CLICK HERE. Mrs. Levi said that when William had asked her to marry him, her uncle refused to give his permission because he wanted her to remain as a servant in their home. She was only seventeen, and the state law said
United Methodist News – After electing 13 new bishops during their November 2-5 meetings, the denomination’s five U.S. jurisdictional conferences announced episcopal assignments effective January 1. Jurisdictional leaders recommended electing 14 new bishops; however, the Northeastern Jurisdictional Conference voted to suspend its rules and delay the election of a second
20Once Jesus was asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God was coming, and he answered, "The kingdom of God is not coming with things that can be observed; 21nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There it is!’ For, in fact, the kingdom of God is
Subscribe Now The Cure for the Search of Digital Likes Sermon Notes | Episode 10 On this episode, Senior Pastor Mike Glenn talks about the dangers of social media, what evangelism should look like, plus a quick round of Turkey Jeopardy. Key Takeaways Social ministry is easier because it’s
All Hallows Evening Prayer is a service of worship in the evening for all pilgrims on the journey to the heavenly city. Earthquakes, epidemics, famines, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, wars, wildfires—such occurrences can shake our faith. God can also use them to strengthen our faith. The readings for this Saturday evening
Varying events in the life of the Church—from the approach of the Synod on Synodality to the “Synodal Way” of the Church in Germany—have once more brought to light the importance of Vatican II’s teaching on the “signs of the times.” Since the Council, the phrase has become shorthand for
By Rob Renfroe — This editorial will be a bit different. It’s an invitation to play a game titled “Name that Bishop.” Bishops in The United Methodist Church play a critical role. They not only provide administrative oversight and vision for their episcopal areas, they are also charged in the