A message from Dr. Elaine Heath, Dean of the Duke Divinity School, originally posted for the Duke Center for Reconciliation. In her book, Trauma and Grace, Serene Jones offers the proposal that both individuals and communities who suffer from trauma, can find healing and hope in certain biblical narratives. [1] For example she cites the… Continue Reading→
Bringing Hope to the Cancer Journey
Imagine churches intentionally reaching out into the lives of families impacted by cancer. Imagine trained volunteers offering companionship and hope in the midst of a person’s cancer journey. Imagine a Christ-centered ministry called Cancer Companions making a difference in how churches reach out and support someone faced with cancer, either personally or in their family. … Continue Reading→
Exciting Opportunities in Congregational Health Ministries
Over 160 people from 30 annual conferences, including six from NCC, attended a recent US Health Forum, sponsored by two UMC general agencies and one seminary. The event launched Healthy Congregations, Healthy Communities, a new congregational health initiative. Attendees were reminded that physical and emotional healing were intrinsic to Jesus’ ministry. John Wesley started medical… Continue Reading→
A Litany for Racial Justice
The bishops of the AME, AME Zion, and CME Churches along with General Officers, clergy and laity from their churches had a meeting in Washington, DC this week. They worshiped together, strategized, hosted a press conference, and met at the White House, all in a concerted effort to confront and ultimately work to end racism… Continue Reading→