An Interview with Bishop James Swanson

An interview with Bishop James Swanson Bishop Swanson was installed as Bishop-in-Residence at United on April 1, 2023. How did you realize God was calling you into ministry? As far back as I can recall, I’ve always loved going to church. I felt at home there. My memory of first thinking about ministry was sparked […]

Litany Prayer of Lament

Litany Prayer of Lament (ADAPTED FROM THE PSALMS, KYRIE ELEISON, AND THE PRAYER OF ST. FRANCIS) Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Over the past two and half years our congregations have been struggling with questions, fears, and doubts concerning the evil in our world. With acts of senseless gun […]

INNOVATION CENTER WEBINARS

INNOVATION CENTER WEBINARS FOUR-COURSE LAITY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTION PROVIDED BY BLACK METHODISTS FOR CHURCH RENEWAL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE FOUR COURSES: APRIL 29, JULY 29, SEPTEMBER 30, DECEMBER 9 | 10 A.M.-1 P.M. ET These courses are for persons who want to deepen their understanding and response to God’s call to ministry as a layperson, build skills, and […]