First United Methodist Church in Portland had a problem, one other churches would envy. So many families with children were regularly attending that the Rev. Donna M.L. Pritchard… read more

United Methodists added the word “witness” to the membership vows in 2008. Members who join are asked to pledge to support the church with their “prayers… read more

In the past month, I’ve had several conversations with other church leaders about relevance and being relevant as a church. The thing that struck me was that we all talked… read more

I have to start with a confession. At the age of 34, I still thoroughly enjoy (and follow) the sports entertainment industry that is World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Yes, I… read more

I remember the first time I saw someone standing on a sidewalk with a bullhorn in their hands, shouting to the crowds, “Repent or Perish.” They meant well. They had a… read more

I've got an unpopular idea about the terrorist group in Syria and Iraq (ISIS) based on the story of Jonah and the fish.  Related link: Help Children in Iraq David… read more