What is a beloved community? It’s a term that was first coined by philosopher-theologian Josiah Royce, then popularized by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It means a community in which…

Rev. Ben Johnson’s blog records the following: After suffering a string of thefts at his organic farm, Melvin Burns made an unusual offer. He offered the thief a job if…

I hope that you are enjoying these summer days.  Paul writes in his second letter to the Corinthians: “You will be enriched in every way for your great generosity, which…

God chooses and uses women. That statement might seem obvious, but for thousands of years it has been up for debate in the Church, particularly as it pertains to leadership.…

As busy pastors with young children, we sometimes needed help with light home repairs.   My Dad was the kind of guy who showed up with a toolbox. He would…

Paul writes in the eighth chapter of Romans: “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,…

As you know, I retired June 30th after twenty-two years as an associate pastor at HPCUMC. It has been a privilege to serve such a great community of faith for…

Which came first?  The chicken or the egg? I want to say a chicken because a chicken, at least hens, have to be there to lay an egg and then…

In our fast-paced society, it’s easy to lose perspective, and possess inverted priorities, and Jesus reminds us, “Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things…