They have freely scattered their gifts to the poor, their righteousness endures forever; their horn will be lifted high in honor.  – Psalm 112:9   Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday (except for Easter). It holds a special place in my heart. Valerie and I started our married life serving the Union Church in Bogota, Colombia. We were far from home, serving a congregation of people who were also far from home. Summer holidays and Christmas found our congregation scattering to t

Last month, I offered a reflection on the nature of Communion and how it lies at the center of the Gospel. This month, I will direct some attention to the other sacrament recognized by the Global Methodist Church: Baptism.   Baptism is first and foremost something that Jesus did for us. When Jesus went to get baptized by John in the Jordan, Matthew tells us that John didn’t want to do it. Jesus’ response is remarkable: “Permit it at this time; for in this way it is fitting fo

Christian parents often pray with their children, but are we teaching them to pray on their own? Do you have hope for our upcoming generations to be leaders of the Church?  Not only do we need well-equipped leaders to lead, plant, and grow churches now, but we also need them in the future.  As adults, we participate in, serve, and lead our newly formed denomination, hoping to thrive not just for today, but for generations to come.  Let’s equip our children to be the faith lea

As we prepare for the 2026 General Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa, we have begun the important and sacred work of listening, learning, and praying as we seek to serve Christ and the Global Methodist Church, in humility and the wisdom granted to us by the Holy Spirit. Our task is not a small one. It spans continents, cultures, and languages. The decisions made at the 2026 General Conference will potentially shape our denomination for generations to come. The work we

A mission team from the Upper Midwest will be heading to Limpopo, South Africa, from November 6–18, to serve with Blessman International, a ministry that provides food, health care, and spiritual support to children and families. Please join me in praying for the 15 missionaries going to represent Christ and share His love through both word and action. This trip reminds me of the exciting work happening through our newly forming Conference Missions Team. Ten people have alrea

Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”   -Matthew 9:35-38   Traveling t