Here is the link to a good reference site for basic United Methodist beliefs. This particular page talks about Methodism distinctive take on grace, explaining the three terms used in Wesley’s doctrine — prevenient grace, justifying grace and sanctifying grace. On the left of the page is a menu with links to other helpful info…
Category: Inspirational
About Ash Wednesday
Some of you have been asking me for more info about Ash Wednesday. As I was researching, I ran across this web articled by former pastor, Mark D. Roberts. It is excellent and worth passing on. http://www.patheos.com/blogs/markdroberts/series/ash-wednesday-practice-and-meaning/ I also found an excellent shorter article with more historical details by a Lutheran writer, Richard P. Bucher http://www.orlutheran.com/html/ash.html…
A devotional to encourage us to help others in need
UMCOR has provided a 40 day devotional online to coincide with the Lenten offering for disaster relief through UMCOR. I recommend it. It is a great follow-up to our February series of messages on using our resources in godly ways too. http://www.umcgiving.org/atf/cf/%7ba5da7032-3d61-4af7-88b9-96b0e1145ff4%7d/OGHS_DEVOTIONAL_EBOOK_2-10-14.PDF?j=95096&e=lgomi@nyac.com&l=460_HTML&u=2715132&mid=6206185&jb=19
A prayer for wholeness
May You Be Well May the morning sun shine in your heart. May the blue-white sky be in all your days. May the moon and the stars shine on all your nights. Delight yourself. God’s gifts are yours every day. May quiet smiles brighten you. May you be well. Pastel Poet Timpson sent in by…
A prayer for a listening heart
Carolyn sent in a great quote to share. “God help us to live quietly Amidst the clamor, To find the slower pace that gentler place Where our hearts can listen, Where we can listen to Our hearts. Amen” – Jim Croegaert