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Bishops Discern Ways for Churches Choosing to Separate from UMC; Seek Court’s Guidance on Jurisdictional Conferences
March 16, 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bishops of The United Methodist Church in their March 15 called meeting discerned pathways for churches choosing disaffiliation and separation. The bishops have met […] Continue Reading→
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From the Bishop: Response to General Conference Announcement
My first response is one of deep vulnerability. I have been at a place of lament for quite some time as my spirit tries to navigate and process all that is before us, including this recent announcement around General Conference. Continue Reading→
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Pastoral Letter in Light of the Tragic Events in Ukraine
As your Bishop, I encourage you to read these words with your hearts and join in prayer for the people in Ukraine. Pray with the prophet Isaiah, “And they shall […] Continue Reading→
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‘Make It Plain’
Black History Month often raises many questions and responses around why it is celebrated. Therefore, I ask for this moment of personal privilege, not as a debate (my heart has […] Continue Reading→
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The Beloved Community
What will and has become of Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream? There is a deep urgency today not only to celebrate the King holiday in our usual way, but to discover intentional and concrete ways of making real Dr. King’s call for justice, peace, and love. Continue Reading→
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Peace and Good Will: A Christmas Message from Bishop Leonard Fairley
Bishop Fairley’s Advent message reminds us of the “stubborn and audacious hope” we have in the one who is Emmanuel – God with us. As the Advent season begins, let us both be filled with that hope and carry that hope to a world that longs to hear it. Even so, come quickly, Lord Jesus. Continue Reading→
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COB Christmas Letter 2021
Dear fellow United Methodists: I trust that your Advent journey has prepared you for the coming of Christ into your life once again. As we set our sights on the […] Continue Reading→
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Advent: The Season Pregnant With Possibilities
Bishop Fairley’s Advent message reminds us of the “stubborn and audacious hope” we have in the one who is Emmanuel – God with us. As the Advent season begins, let us both be filled with that hope and carry that hope to a world that longs to hear it. Even so, come quickly, Lord Jesus. Continue Reading→