Posts with the category “wrumc”

The 3 General Rules ask all of us to do the opposite. They are meant to slow us down in a world that moves so quickly so that we can act with intention in all we do. And for that, I am grateful....  Read More

“The days are long, but the years are short.” -- Gretchen Rubin

I often think of these words, especially as the end of a year approaches. It seems like when October comes, we are on fast forward and ...  Read More

I spent a few days this week at a clergy retreat with my colleagues at the North Texas Conference of the UMC. Musician Mark Miller was our presenter, and my voice was hoarse from singing so much! One ...  Read More

Lately, I've been feeling disconnected from these vows. Sure, keeping the ministries of the church running is my job, but does that mean I am living up to the promise I made fifteen years ago? Prayer,...  Read More

Growing up, the church was an oasis for me, a place where people loved me, and I received countless hugs. I want children to feel like the church is a little slice of heaven here on earth. And I want ...  Read More

“We’re trying to tell you that the entire planet is about to be destroyed!” Kate DibiaskyThat’s a quote from Jennifer Lawerence’s character in the 2021 Netflix movie “Don’t Look Up.” If you haven’t se...  Read More

As I unpacked my books and lined them up on the shelves of my new office at White Rock UMC, I spotted my 3rd grade Bible. It is a red-letter Bible meaning Jesus’ words are in red ink. I don’t remember...  Read More

How do you hear God in your own voice and in others’ voices? If you don’t particularly like some aspect of worship, or if something is just your new all-time favorite thing ever, how do these complex ...  Read More

This week, a wise man asked me what the most important thing is for me at White rock. My response is to develop relationships with people and hear their stories about how God has been moving in their ...  Read More