December 5, 2023

When the Door Closes,
Look for God's Surprises

In this month's column, Bishop Farr shares a reflection on looking for God amid challenging seasons and closed doors. "The Advent journey starts with a closed door. 'There was no room in the inn.' (Luke 2:7). And ends with the hope of the world being born in Jesus Christ. It’s a journey to refresh our spiritual lives and renew our commitment to Jesus Christ." Read more here→

Upcoming Events

Jump Start: Worship Workshop 

How can we design worship experiences so compelling that no one wants to miss it? How do we create a worship design process that engages the gifts of the others? We’ll answer these questions and more at our first Jump Start workshop of 2024 on Jan. 16. Learn more and register→

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Featured Resource

Advent Small Group Questions

Take the journey through Advent with your small group. UMC Discipleship Ministries offers FREE small group guides for the Year B lectionary texts. Get the Download→ 

10 Ways to Reach Unchurched People at Christmas

There is no better time than Christmas to connect with friends and neighbors who rarely, if ever, go to church. Pastor Carey Nieuwhof offers 10 ways your church can be involved in the unique opportunity to reach people at Christmas.

Compassion in Action: A Guide for Faith Communities Serving Those with Mental Illness?

Studies show that one in four individuals who seek help for mental illness
turn to faith leaders before they seek help from clinical professionals. This comprehensive guide from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shares best practices and accesible community resources for mental health.

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