United Methodist Now: Being Church in the coronavirus era

Let not your hearts be troubled   It's normal to feel fearful from time to time. Sometimes, however, fear overwhelms us and steals our joy. In this episode of "Get Your Spirit in Shape," the Rev. Adam Hamilton, United Methodist pastor and author of "Unafraid," shares tips for facing worry with courage and faith.   Listen

Advertisement   More than a viewer: Tips for engaging with online worship   For many United Methodists throughout the world, weekly worship services are happening around a computer screen instead of inside a church building. Check out these tips for how to engage with your online church community.   Read more  »

Finding comfort in knowing that Jesus wept too   Especially when times are difficult, there is comfort in knowing we don't worship a stoic God. The God we know in Christ Jesus feels our pain and knows our loss. He weeps with us.   Read more  »

Church has left the building   As we are being asked to physically distance ourselves, many United Methodist churches are taking their services online. Check out this list. (Photography courtesy of Bob Chapman, First United Methodist Church, Lampasas, Texas)   Read more