As Advent begins, we stand once again amid the destruction left by devastating storms. In the darkness, we yearn for light, Bishop Ward writes in an article published by Faith & Leadership.

connections: Special Offerings for Disaster Response
In this season of Thanksgiving, and soon Christmas, Bishop Ward invites every congregation to receive special offerings for Hurricane Matthew response and recovery.

connections: In the Small Places
Bishop Ward quotes Micah’s scripture about tiny Bethlehem and elaborates on how God meets us even in the small places of our lives.

connections: Fear Not
In this second week of Advent, Bishop Ward encourages us to not be afraid and to be open to receive Christmas joy.

connections: The Song of Zechariah
In this first week of Advent, Bishop Ward shares the song of Zechariah from Luke 1 which speaks of the light from heaven breaking through our darkness and bringing peace.
connections: Second Sunday of Advent
On this Second Sunday of Advent, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward reflects on the story of John the Baptist in light of the Imagine No Malaria Campaign.

connections: Finishing the Race to End Malaria!
Bishop Ward reminds us to put on our sneakers and get out and run at the upcoming Skeeter Runs. The next Skeeter run is October 12 @ Wake Forest United Methodist Church. Don’t miss it! Sign up today!

connections: Advent 2013 – Week 4
As Christmas approaches, watch Bishop Ward’s video this fourth week of Advent.

connections: Advent 2013 – Week 3
In this Connections video, Bishop Ward discusses strength during the third week of Advent.