Outwardly focused on making disciples who will make disciples.
Grace and peace, Harbor Friends! As we move into the summer months, and hopefully farther into the ‘Season After Pandemic’, I pray you are well — mentally, spiritually, and physically. I have found myself thinking of this hymn that we (used to) sing from time to time in my congregations: “This Is a Day of… Continue Reading→
This weekend I happened upon this “wild goose” image for Pentecost and thought: this is weird – and yet somehow perfect. Typically we know the Holy Spirit as descending dove. And yet, when we follow the leading of the Spirit, we have no idea where we will go, who we will meet, where we will… Continue Reading→
I probably shouldn’t ask you that question! And yet. . . I was intrigued this week as I was listening to a report on a program to determine soil health. Farmers in various places around the world were challenged to wash a pair of new “tighty whities” (all cotton men’s underwear) and soil their undies… Continue Reading→
Are you looking for something meaningful to do after covid? Are you are looking for a way to give back? Are you seeking a way to express your love of Christ by doing something for the least of us? A mission trip to Africa is the answer! Mission of Hope is planning 2 mission teams… Continue Reading→
No matter what I say, what I believe, and what I do, I’m bankrupt without love. I Corinthians 13:3b (Msg) Love means living the way God commanded us to live. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is this: Live a life of love. 2… Continue Reading→
Have you ever wished you could be a fly on the wall? Have you ever wished you could see an interaction, listen in on a conversation, or wanted to be somewhere you would never have been invited? We all have! I know I wish I could hear my teenage daughter’s interaction with her friends, so… Continue Reading→
Beginning May 3rd, First United Methodist Church will offer a series of seminars on the conversation around human sexuality in the United Methodist Church. These seminars will concentrate on topics before the General Conference of the world church, in particular possible changes in the ordination of LGBTQIA+ clergy and the recognition of same sex unions, which may come to a vote at… Continue Reading→
The leaves are budding outYellow stuff has descendedThe sneezes come fast. That is my attempt at Haiku for spring! I am grateful for warm weather, for sunshine, for putting new plants in the soil. And, despite the pollen, I am so grateful for God making all things new! As I Zoom away in my college-aged… Continue Reading→
The CLUB Ministries is excited to launch a new youth conference this year at Fort Caswell called Surge. We would love for your group to be part of this. Check out the website link below for more information including our guest Pastors, speakers, and musicians. The website is being updated as they grow, but just… Continue Reading→