Get Your Spirit in Shape - United Methodist Podcast

United Methodist pastor Jacob Armstrong is a fan of epic adventure movies like Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings. In this episode, he shares some of the connections he sees between the films and the Bible, and a couple of quotes that can inspire and encourage our spiritual journeys. ======= Like the podcast? … Continue reading "Faith and Star Wars with Jacob Armstrong"

“From everywhere to everywhere!” Thomas Kemper of the General Board of Global Ministries inspires us with the stories of United Methodist the more than 350 missionaries in over 65 countries who connect us with those on the edges of society, expand our worldview and deepen our faith. ======= Like the podcast? Please leave a review. … Continue reading "UMC Missionaries Share Their Lives"

In this conversation, United Methodist Bishop James Swanson talks about how his early days in the church shaped his life and faith, his extraordinary call to ministry, why he encourages people to share their “glory sightings,” and the spiritual reason he carries a rock in his toiletry bag when he travels. =======   Like the … Continue reading "Meet Bishop James Swanson"

Rudy Rasmus and St. John’s United Methodist Church in Houston, TX, which he co-pastors with his wife the Rev. Juanita Rasmus, are a force for good in their community. Listen as Pastor Rudy shares how early in his faith journey he learned to celebrate the good and to live openly, honestly and transparently every day. … Continue reading "Prioritizing Good with Rudy Rasmus"

While studying medicine, Bishop Lawson Bryan felt led to explore a call to ministry. Today he serves as Bishop of the South Georgia Conference. His training in science informs his ministry still today. =======   Like the podcast? Please leave a review.   Follow us:   Web: http://www. UMC.org    YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos    Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedme...

Podcaster, speaker and author of a new book called She Dreams has a gift for bringing people together to grow as followers of Jesus. In this conversation, Tiffany Bluhm shares some of the ways she helps others make those connections and tells about how her new book is inspired by the stories of those who … Continue reading "Making Connections. Growing in Faith with Tiffany Bluhm"

Sometimes life doesn’t turn out the way we planned. When that happens, we might feel discouraged, but as Bishop Sharma Lewis shares, “God utilizes everything.” Through their stories, our United Methodist bishops teach how God works even in the messy parts of life. ======= Like the podcast? Please leave a review. Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org … Continue reading "‘God Utilizes Everything...

Pastor Myriam Cortes serves Iglesia Metodista Unida Ebenezer, a Hispanic congregation in Nashville, Tennessee. Difficult events in 2017, including debates in the U.S. around DACA, the deportation of member of her congregation, and Hurricane Maria striking her hometown in Puerto Rico, were storms that the pastor’s faith sustained her through. ======= Like the podcast? Please … Continue readin...

Jesus teaches that our spiritual journeys should include working for justice by doing things like feeding the hungry and caring for the vulnerable. Learn what you can do and how United Methodist Church and Society can help. ======= Like the podcast? Please leave a review. Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch T...

Karl Anders Ellingsen edits the magazine of The United Methodist Church in Norway. In this conversation, he talks about the church he loves, the message of grace, and the way he stays in constant conversation with God. ======= Like the podcast? Please leave a review. Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitte...

Converting to Christianity at 16, The United Methodist bishop began a lifelong pursuit to build bridges between faith and culture. In our conversation, he offers tips for relating to people of other faiths and shares his love of hiking in the mountains. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: htt...

When opinions are strong, conversation can be difficult. A United Methodist pastor shares tips for listening and talking to those with whom we disagree. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United Methodist Communications. Media contact i...

Serving as president of the United Methodist Council of Bishops and resident bishop of Florida, Bishop Carter shares about his early life of faith, his love of baseball, and what he does to keep his spirit in shape. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast...

Through lessons and by example, a United Methodist missionary couple from the Democratic Republic of Congo teaches about patience, respect, and appreciation in marriage. =======Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United Methodist Communications....

Growing up in the Soviet Union, the current United Methodist bishop to Russia and the surrounding region, was skeptical of Christianity. In this conversation, we learn about his conversion, his call, his life as a bishop, and what it is like to be a Christian in Russia today. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos … Continue reading "Meet Bishop Edu...

Many of us have gifts that don’t fit neatly into the typical church structure, but God has given us those talents to serve Jesus, the Church, and our neighbors. Hear how a United Methodist pastor uses his gift for cartooning, and how you might use your talents too.

Growing up in poverty, Bishop Leonard Fairley knew what it was like to go without and to not always feel like there was a place for him. In this conversation he shares how it was in the church he found a place where there was always enough, always room, and he was always welcome. ======= … Continue reading "Meet Bishop Leonard Fairley"

Wouldn’t it be nice to have God speak to us today? In this conversation, the Rev. Adam Weber, United Methodist pastor and author of Talking with God, shares some techniques to help us listen to God better as we pray. “God is speaking,” Weber says. “Are we listening?” ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos … Continue reading "How to Hear God Better w...

Prior to beginning in pastoral ministry, Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi spent 17 years as a school psychologist. Today, this daughter of a United Methodist pastor uses her gifts to the Western Pennsylvania Conference. In our conversation, she talks growing up a preacher’s kid, a dream that clarified her call to ministry, and how she uses meditation, … Continue reading "Meet Bishop Cynthia Moore...

A prominent United Methodist shares stories of women who modeled a life of prayer, skill sets that don’t come with formal credentials, abilities as gifts, standing up to injustice, and showed her that children are sometimes great teachers. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.co...

United Methodist pastor and ‘Unafraid’ author the Rev. Adam Hamilton, talks about confronting worry and fear with courage, faith and hope. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United Methodist Communications. Media contact is Joe Iovino,...

Bishop Laurie Haller initially thought she would be a church organist, but God had other plans. Today she is a bishop, musician, author, and endurance athlete. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United Methodist Communications. Media co...

The Rev. Junius Dotson, leader of United Methodist Discipleship Ministries, offers practical tips for our daily living that will help us grow closer to Jesus every day. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United Methodist Communications....

A United Methodist bishop chats about his early memories of going to church, his call to ministry, and his love for fishing. One of his first roles in church was lighting the candles. Still today he says, “I want to see The United Methodist Church on fire.” ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: … Continue reading "Ep. 031: Meet Bishop Fra...

A United Methodist bishop shares about her deep roots in the church (she is the 14th pastor in her family) , her call to ministry from medicine, and the ways God continues to work in her life. ======= Follow us: Web: http://www. UMC.org YouTube: http://youtube.com/umcvideos Facebook: http://facebook.com/unitedmethodistchurch Twitter: http://twitter.com/umchurch This podcast is produced by United M...