This past week, my encounters beyond the pulpit were mostly administrative. These are not always my favorite parts of ministry, but in...

Our most significant opportunity beyond the pulpit this past week was last week’s Grow Group launch last Sunday Morning! If you...

Good Morning CUMC! There are LOTS of opportunities for you in this week’s eNews. I’m not going to reiterate them here, but I...

Happy Labor Day Sunday! It’s hard to believe we’re officially rounding the corner from summer into fall. As we do so, I hope...

Good Morning CUMC! I hope everyone is off to an excellent school year. It was so great to have such a great turnout last Sunday for the...

Last Sunday, I enjoyed joining the United Women in Faith for their quarterly luncheon and business meeting. I met some new folks there and...

I hope you found my colleague Rev. JoAnn Batteiger inspiring last week as she highlighted the importance of Reconciliation as a building...

Wow! What a week!  Last Sunday, I wrapped up the pre-scheduled Listening Sessions by meeting with our friends over at The Lodge. It was...

I am so glad to be serving as your pastor here at Crozet UMC! Thank you all for the very warm welcome you’ve extended to me and my...