Psalm: 13. Children, for whom time seems so much longer than it does for adults, empathize with the psalmist's repeated question, "How long?" They know what it is to wait

God created us to live in community, so social isolation takes a toll on our psychological health.  People are spending more time at home and some have more time on

The world has a pace. We call it busy-ness, activism, freneticism. And at the extreme, we name it “hurry sickness.” We are all familiar with this, for we live in

Someone said to me about a week ago, I really miss worshiping together, and suggested we consider excerpts from the theme song of Cheers: Making your way in the world

Many people have meaningful, lifelong memories from going to camp as a child or youth. Church camp has helped form many dedicated, passionate Christians into who we are today. Campers,

“Radical hospitality” requires intentional invitation and welcome. It goes beyond greeters at the door and handshakes during worship to welcome every person as an honored guest. Certainly, being a “friendly”

Many people make New Year’s resolution, did you think about one? Maybe you resolved to be more organized, or to do better self-care. Maybe you thought about many different

Wearied by travel across a barren and harsh landscape, the Holy family sought refuge in an inn at Bethlehem. Is it possible that you could imagine Mary and Joseph’s

Do we really realize and consider what the Pilgrims had been through in that first year in new surroundings?  They left Europe on creaky wooden ships, bound for a place

You may have been present in worship on Sunday, September 15, 2019 to watch a short clip from Rev. Junius B. Dotson. The following words from the video clip: Everything

The first Sunday of the month we regularly observe as Communion Sunday. As we gather together for worship, it’s a way to remember the love and grace of God

What is the most important thing to you about Oberlin United Methodist Church?” What does it mean for churches to be like a family? Families are, by their very nature,

As I think back to July 1, 2015, your participation in community and welcoming the parsonage family, we are so thankful for so many things: Your welcoming attitude of each

All present-day fathers should thank a United Methodist for the creation of Father's Day. The reason is straightforward: the origin of the day can be traced back to two United

Thanks to each of you. Your participation, your prayers, and your lives truly convey the message of resurrection. I would be amiss if I did not publicly express my gratitude

During the Easter season, many United Methodists sing, “Every day to us is Easter, with its resurrection song.” These words open the last verse of “Easter People Raise Your Voices”

In every Christian’s life, spiritual vitality or passion wanes over time. This is true in all aspects of our life. In marriage, we slowly find that the fire diminishes

Dearest Family, Extended Family, Members and Constituents of Oberlin United Methodist Church: May these words of a borrowed prayer written Rev. Magrey deVega, Senior Pastor, of Hyde Park United Methodist

Many have been introduced to Epiphany through the familiar silhouetted-image of Three Wise Men bearing gifts as they followed the Great Star by night. In some cultures, Epiphany is known

You are probably familiar with Welch’s Grape Juice, but you may not know it has ties to the history of The United Methodist Church. In the 1800s, churches faced

Education is a core value of The United Methodist Church that dates back to the earliest days of the Methodist movement in 18th-century England. Founder John Wesley believed education was

Hospitality is defined as the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers. Synonyms include: friendliness, hospitableness, warm reception, welcome, helpfulness, neighborliness, warmth, kindness, congeniality, geniality, cordiality,

Are you one of the many people who wish they could spend more time in prayer but are concerned about squeezing it into an already crowded calendar? Make prayer a