"For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders, and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.Great will be his authority, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will...
"How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart? How long will my enemy triumph over me?But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing...
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned. Isaiah 9:2 Beloved, It seems surreal that we are nearing the end of November. We’ve already fallen back, raked our leaves and begun to pull the sweaters and overcoats...
Arrangements for Bishop Fisher's Service Dear Beloved of God, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Christ. Today, my heart is both heavy and full as I share the news of the passing of our beloved Sister in Christ, Bishop Violet L. Fisher. We grieve because love...
Dear Pastor and Congregational Leader, The Council of Bishops, supported by the Connectional Table and the General Council on Finance and Administration, invites all congregations worldwide to join a God-led, Holy Spirit-empowered six-week emphasis: Love Boldly, Serve Joyfully, Lead...
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”– Romans 12:21 Beloved in Christ, I do not speak after every violent act, for sadly, in a world steeped in violence, hostility and division, my words would come so frequently that they risk becoming background noise...
As people of The Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church, which includes the District of Columbia, we affirm the sacred principles of local self-determination, shared responsibility for public safety, and the dignity of all who call our city home. As Christ-followers, we...
Certainly the faithful love of the Lord hasn’t ended; certainly God’s compassion isn’t through! They are renewed every morning. Great is your faithfulness. I think: The Lord is my portion! Therefore, I’ll wait on him. – Lamentations 3: 22-24 (CEB) God of grace and...
Beloved of God, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Risen Savior, Jesus the Christ. It is with great excitement and joy that I share the new structure of the Baltimore-Washington Conference, as well as the new names for our districts with you. As we transition from eight districts to six...
Living the Resurrection: A Call to Courageous Hope May the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ be blessed! On account of his vast mercy, he has given us new birth. You have been born anew into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. -- 1 Peter...
