Day of Learning Confronts Fears in the Church By Rick Wolcott* “The purpose of Black Theologian Day is to be a day of learning and engagement of theological and practical insights regarding issues and challenges that are facing the church and society from a black theological perspective and experience. A perspective and experience that is [...]
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Retreat Focuses on Clergy Well-being: “How is it with your soul?”
By Rick Wolcott* “We cannot be as effective and as fruitful in our well doing in ministry, if we are not intentional in caring for our personal well-being. We’re talking about emotional, we’re talking about physical, and we’re talking about spiritual,” said Bishop Tracy S. Malone in her sermon during the opening worship service of [...]
The Journey Continues … Don’t Stop Now!
By Rick Wolcott* The goal of Black Clergy Women of The United Methodist Church (BCWUMC) is to “identify, develop, support, and enhance opportunities for the inclusion and empowerment of black clergy women at all levels of The United Methodist Church.” This year’s 28th annual gathering of members was a celebration of the historic elections of [...]
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