Jesus' Branding Problem
Jesus always hung out with the poor, the outcast and the broken people of the world, making it hard for present-day Americans to "get it," writes the Rev. John Meunier. more »
Jan 29, 2013 by John Meunier in John Meunier
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Bishops: United Methodism Is ...
The Rev. John Meunier continues his series on the meaning of Methodism in the 21st century by summarizing the Council of Bishops' greetings in the Book of Discipline. more »
Jan 29, 2013 in John Meunier
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What Is United Methodism?
Methodism's founder John Wesley created and practiced a much different faith from the 21st century version seen by the Rev. John Meunier, a convert to the tradition. more »
Jan 24, 2013 by John Meunier in John Meunier (1 Comments)
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An Earnest Appeal: Religion of Love
John Wesley's effort to explain Methodism to the people of his day may be couched in archaic language, but its message is still relevant, writes the Rev. John R. Meunier. more »
Nov 7, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
Five Principles of Christian Worship
Additional duties at a second congregation prompt the Rev. John Meunier to consider anew what makes for good Christian worship. more »
Oct 30, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
New Words and Ancient Liturgy
Must we repeat old words in order to worship authentically, or can we adapt the language of faith to our own times? The Rev. John Meunier ponders the dilemma. more »
Oct 30, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
How Is Your Heart Today?
The Rev. John Meunier lifts up the distinctively Wesleyan trait of checking in daily to see if our hearts are right with God as we travel our faith journey. more »
Oct 11, 2012 in John Meunier
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A Methoblogger on GBCS
The Rev. John Meunier responds to the Rev Dan R. Dick's defense of the United Methodist General Board of Church and Society. more »
Sep 19, 2012 in John Meunier (1 Comments)
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Jurisdictions Are Not Central Conferences
The Rev. John Meunier takes issue with an emerging argument around the United Methodist connection that jurisdictions have the authority to make decisions contrary to General Conference actions. more »
Jun 29, 2012 in John Meunier (2 Comments)
Contesting the Meaning of Moralistic Therapeutic Deism
The Rev. John Meunier offers a rebuttal to the Rev. Morgan Guyton's views on the Moralistic Therapeutic Deism outlined in Kenda Creasy Dean's latest book, "Almost Christian." more »
May 30, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
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The Mistake That Will Not Die
John Meunier finds new evidence to support his concern that Call to Action research is being misunderstood and misused to promote the Vital Congregations campaign. more »
Apr 4, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier (2 Comments)
Pastor Tracey's Story
John Meunier shares the heart-breaking story of a licensed local pastor whose successful ministry was shot down by a short-sighted congregation and a hardhearted United Methodist system. more »
Apr 2, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
What Congregations Do
United Methodist local pastor John Meunier comments on a framework proposed for congregational vitality. more »
Jan 23, 2012 by John Meunier in John Meunier
Trust and numbers
A reprint from John Meunier's blog, "an arrow through the air." more »
Nov 30, 2011 by John Meunier in John Meunier
Just Give Me Orders, Please
A reprint from John Meunier's blog, "an arrow through the air." more »
Nov 30, 2011 by John Meunier in John Meunier
The False God of Statistics
John Meunier contends that using statistics alone to determine United Methodist church vitality sets up a false god in the place of authentic discipleship. more »
Nov 30, 2011 by John Meunier in John Meunier (1 Comments)
Doctrine, discipline, denial and the CtA
United Methodist local pastor John Meunier contrasts the Call to Action with the diagnosis of Methodism's founder John Wesley for which congregations fail to make vital disciples of Jesus Christ. more »
Nov 30, 2011 by John Meunier in John Meunier (1 Comments)
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