by Shelby Elliott | Jun 5, 2020 | COVID19, Remote Offerings, Worship
On Sunday, June 7, we look forward to celebrating the sacrament of Holy Communion, even though it will look and feel different since we are still worshiping while physically separated from one another. Each time we join in Holy Communion, we are reminded that Jesus...
by Shelby Elliott | Jun 2, 2020 | COVID19, Events, Remote Offerings
Although the Columbus Pride celebration has been postponed due to COVID-19, we will gather together VIRTUALLY for our Pride Worship Service. Join the Reconciling Ministries Network and Ally United Methodist Churches to celebrate God’s grace, love, and inclusion...
by Shelby Elliott | May 27, 2020 | COVID19, Events, Remote Offerings
“[These meditations] are addressed to some of the deep and insistent needs of the human spirit, which needs know no age, clime, or culture or group. They are needs that are universal and in which all men share. Their purpose is to focus the mind and the heart upon God...
by Shelby Elliott | May 27, 2020 | COVID19, Events, Remote Offerings
Though we are unable to meet in person, our unity in Christ is sure and unchanging. Christine Hiester will be offering online prayer gatherings through the platform of Zoom each week to bring us together in the grace of community. These prayer times will each be...
by Anna Guillozet | May 4, 2020 | COVID19, Monday Musings, Remote Offerings
I’ve shared in worship that when we are inviting a friend/family member/coworker, etc. to worship or a church activity, the best way is to not simply invite, but to frame the invitation with support and follow up. For example, I would say to my friend, “I would love...
by Anna Guillozet | May 1, 2020 | Breaking News, COVID19, Worship
(The following message also appeared in the 5/1/20 edition of our e-newsletter, The Lantern) The Pastors, Staff, and Leaders will be working in the upcoming week to align our plans for gathering in the church building with the advice of state leaders and the guidance...
