Monday Updates on United Methodist Insight

April 14, 2025

Orlando Churches Face Anti-LGBTQ Protests by Heather Hahn

United Methodist churches in central Florida have been among the congregations targeted in recent months by anti-LGBTQ protesters threatening to disrupt worship. One LGBTQ-affirming United Methodist church now has hired an off-duty police officer.

Let Our Better ‘Ships’ Rise with Us by Gen Heywood

In these trying times, Holy Week 2025 calls out for every expression of empathy for those suffering adversity, and every affirmation of resurrection. Here's an anthem for our times.

For Just an Hour? By Jim Burklo

Returning to a Friends worship service in Hampstead, England, gives Rev. Jim Burklo insight into the nature of effective spiritual practice.

He Made a Scene by Richard Bryant

Jesus in the Temple – Reflections on Monday of Holy Week

Passing Barriers by Jen Cole Wright

Perceived consensus drives moral intolerance in a time of identity-driven politics and online bubbles. From The Conversation.