Did faith drive Titanic musicians?
This weekend marks the 100th anniversary of the shipwreck that claimed almost 1,500 lives. Did the Titanic band play till the very end?
Haiti sacrifices inspire spouses’ faith journeys
The wives of the two men who died and a third mission worker who survived the quake are witnesses to a contemporary Easter journey.
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First Holy Week a busy one for new clergy
Easter is the “big day” for churches, and a new experience for pastors in their first appointment.
Prayers, volunteers sustain storm survivors
‘God truly moves through and with us during these times,’ says mission leader.
Easter brings hope for Ivorian Church
Côte d’Ivoire’s United Methodists find resurrection as their country emerges from a period of violence.
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Tornadoes destroy churches, but not spirit
“I have been moved by the outpouring of grief, prayers and offers for help from Methodists all over the connection,” bishop says.
Storms can’t wash away churches’ Easter spirit
United Methodists respond to record-breaking severe weather with a helping hand and enduring faith in God’s resurrecting power.
Japan: Progress, despite damage
Church partners, including UMCOR, will meet in Korea to discuss aid.
Bishop champions fight against malaria
Bickerton joins NBA star, actress and others spotlighted for their efforts to prevent malaria deaths.
Did Jesus descend into hell or to the dead?
The phrase in the Apostles’ Creed offers one answer to what Jesus did between Good Friday and Easter.
Ambassador praises hospital in Sierra Leone
U.S. Ambassador Michael Owen sees partnership potential with church’s Mercy Hospital and Child Rescue Center.
Lambuth students ‘torn apart’ by school closing
Years of financial struggles and a loss of accreditation end a 168-year-old United Methodist institution – leaving its students to ponder the future.
Which came first: Easter or the eggs?
Even the most seasoned Easter worshippers may have questions about traditions such as decorated eggs, lilies and Peter Cottontail.
Easter traditions create fond memories
Some joys of the holiday include sunrise services, special music and shiny new clothes.
After storms’ pounding, churches respond
Since tornadoes in the southern U.S., United Methodists are helping people clear debris, find shelter and start to feel whole again.
Ancient traditions still influence Easter
All-night vigils, baptisms, communion — and welcoming all worshippers — are more important than fancy clothes.
Post office honors Dorothy Height
Admirers say the building is a fitting tribute for the United Methodist known as ‘the godmother of the civil rights movement.’
Photographer sees beauty despite disease
She cheers cancer patients even as her eyesight falters. “Because I am going blind I give more freely of the talents God gave me.”
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