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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 »

Newsletter Here “The Offering That Honors God” Psalm 50:23 (NLT) – “But giving thanks is a sacrifice that truly honors me. If you keep to my path, I will reveal to you the salvation of God.” November naturally turns our hearts toward gratitude. We gather around tables, share meals with loved ones, and name our… Read More »

Newsletter Here Dear Friends in Christ, October brings with it the beauty of autumn in full color—bright leaves, crisp mornings, and the steady reminder that change is part of God’s design. As we watch the seasons turn, we are reminded of the words of John 1:14: “The Word became flesh and lived among us, full… Read More »

Newsletter here September Reflections Dear Friends in Christ, September always feels like a turning point. The long, warm days of summer give way to cooler evenings, the fields begin to show signs of harvest, and we notice subtle changes all around us. Nature itself reminds us that life comes in seasons. The writer of Ecclesiastes… Read More »

Newsletter Here A couple of weeks ago we showed a teaching during service time by Rev. Jasmine Rose Smothers titled, “Blank Slate” based on a book that she co-authored with her father. Some of you loved it, some of you hated it, expecting a “real sermon”. Some of you may not understand why we even… Read More »