By Rev. Sara Lamar-Sterling One of the most powerful moments in ministry is standing with a loving couple, shepherding them through their vows to love…
By Rev. Vicki Flippin Now that I live in Harlem, I rarely get to eat real Chinese food. Knowing that they share my love for…
The progressive movement in the United Methodist Church has been reeling this week from two blows to the inclusion of LGBT people. A week ago,…
Ap-pre’ci-ate, v., 1. valuing; the act of recognizing the best in people or the world around us; affirming past and present strengths, successes, and potentials;…
This is a reflection I wrote about our church’s support for a member who has been in jail. A group of us went to show…
Dearest Church of the Village Family, I want to write you a somewhat personal note today. As many of you know, I have just returned…
As I grieve the death of my father, I find myself searching for moments of comfort in the scriptures and in my own life. And…
After Sunday’s Easter Celebration, I cannot help but gush a bit today. I can honestly say that I have never felt the truth that Jesus…
My dad turned 88 this year, and, as some of you have done, I have spent the last few years educating myself about nursing homes,…
