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Newsletter Here September is a month filled with backpacks. Churches collect school supplies, fill backpacks, and send children and young people into a new school year equipped with the things they need. At the same time, some of our own church family members are packing bags and loading cars as they prepare to spend the… Read More »

Newsletter Here July certainly seemed to be a literal hot mess. Scorching heat, ash-filled air that burned eyes and forced us to stay indoors, and don’t forget explosive diarrhea. Fortunately, I haven’t eaten at a Taco Bell in a few years and we don’t even have one in Hart! Additionally, the Michigan UMC is in… Read More »

Newsletter Here “Serve Joyfully” means serving others with a willing heart instead of seeing it as a burden or obligation. It’s choosing to bring kindness, encouragement, and hope into everyday moments, even when no one notices or applauds it. As a church, serving joyfully means reflecting the heart of Jesus by caring for people with… Read More »

Newsletter here I would like to thank you all for the cards, texts, gifts, hugs and words of comfort and support regarding the passing of my mother. Even though she had Alzheimer’s for the last 10 years it’s still difficult to accept. Yes, things are still changing in my world as does it with your… Read More »

May Newsletter here “Love boldly” means loving the way Jesus did–on purpose, without hesitation, and without picking and choosing who deserves it. It’s showing kindness when it’s inconvenient, offering grace when it’s undeserved, and stepping toward people instead of away from them. As a church, it means we don’t stay comfortbale-we actively reach out, welcome… Read More »

Newsletter here Spring is finally starting to arrive after what has been a long, hard winter. My daffodils are starting to sprout from their slumber to proclaim spring’s arrival along with a few robins. My bird feeder has gone from stagnant to quite active, and even Mr. Squirrel has arrived for a free meal, much… Read More »

Newsletter here March is a month of thresholds. We stand with one foot still in winter and the other stepping toward spring. The days stretch a little longer, the light lingers a little later, and the earth quietly begins its work of renewal. Even when the wind still bites and snowflakes make the occasional appearance,… Read More »

Newsletter Here Ash Wednesday: A Timely Call for Reflection and Repentance Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a sacred season in the Christian calendar dedicated to reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal. Observed by millions worldwide, this day is known for the ritual of receiving ashes on the forehead, symbolizing human mortality and the need… Read More »

Newsletter Here Welcome to 2026! As we welcome in the New Year, thought it would be interesting to have a Q&A with Pastor Bev on what is in store for Mears Methodist Church. 1. As you look toward 2026, what is your spiritual vision for Mears United Methodist Church as a rural, close-knit congregation? My… Read More »

Newsletter Here December is here, and with it comes the best of the holidays. I like to take this time to reflect on the year. We started out full of hope and confidence since January 1 marked the end of our partnership with Shelby UMC and Mears UMC voted to bring me on full time… Read More »