As we look at the ministry of Jesus, we learn that Jesus is many things:  Prophet, Teacher, Messiah, and Son of God.  He is also a healer. When He encounters…

Friends in Christ, Grace and Peace to you through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior!  Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church is standing up to speak, responding to the vote…

Most of us would not like to spend a vacation in the wilderness.  It is defined as: Wilderness - an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region. As we move into the…

The national headlines that will appear soon about the United Methodist Church may be disturbing or misleading.  Hamilton got it right: “History is watching.” This week (Feb. 23-26) nearly 1,000…

“God Friended Me,” a new television series, has just been renewed for a second season with CBS.   Brandon Micheal Hall stars in the show.  He is a young man…

Our church family has a rich, faithful history.  Some of you may be aware that our current sanctuary was built in 1927, just two years before the Stock Market crash…

This time of year, travel increases as people head home to be with family and loved ones. When there are snowstorms, television reporters show us people sleeping in the airports.…

With the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season already buzzing in stores and on our televisions, I invite you to sit back, breathe, and soak in the beauty of…

It may be tempting to think that investing in God’s kingdom does not make an impact.  Here are a few thoughts I wrote this week, simply giving thanks for the…

Several years ago we were having an anniversary dinner in Las Vegas.  After looking at the menu we decided that we would enjoy salad and water; the prices were extravagant! …