Q&A: Reaching out through ministry of music
Melvin Butler, a jazz saxophonist and ethnomusicologist, speaks to Faith and Leadership about his research into music and religion in the African diaspora.
UM Men has strength, purpose at Mo. church
United Methodist Men at St. James UMC in Kansas City sponsored a 6 a.m. worship service on New Year’s Day, pulling in a much-larger-than-expected crowd.
GC2012: Young delegate gets help, homework from bishop
Ricky Harrison is just 20, but he was a top vote-getter for North Texas Conference delegate to General Conference. He’s been preparing rigorously, including tutorials in Methodism from Bishop Dan Solomon.
GC2012: Work continues on issues, details as GC 2012 looms
General Conference 2012 looms, and that means attention to last-minute details, as well as lobbying on key issues. Our story looks at the home stretch of the lead-up, and previews the Episcopal Address.
Best Laid Plans: Structure struggles continue
The main proposal for restructuring the UMC’s general agencies has found fans but also many critics. As General Conference approaches, alternatives have emerged, including one called simply Plan B.
GC2012: No more free cookies at General Conference
Free cookies have been a staple and a symbol of General Conventions past. But not this time. It will be BYOC - bring your own cookies. Staff writer Mary Jacobs talks to GC officials about the change.
GC2012 Q&A: Choosing symbols for worship at GC 2012
Marcia McFee will be worship and music director for General Conference 2012. In a Q&A with staff writer Mary Jacobs, Ms. McFee shared how she’s planning for the big event and what to expect.