Who knows what is the Mission Statement of the United Methodist Church? That’s right! It is- “to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” And just like any Mission/Vision statement- most of us don’t remember it- because it is just not frequently mentioned! So, in August- our sermons series will be focused on the Mission and Vision statement of the denomination.

Some of you may know that I recently took a pottery class! I have to say, I loved it, and, I was challenged by it! I loved it because I have been wanting to do this for a long time because I thought it would be a fun activity outside my routine.

“It’s a war on our culture. It’s a war on our democracy. It’s a war on our humanity. I am counting on all of Chicago to resist in this moment because, whatever particular vulnerable group is being targeted today, another group will be next. … None of us are immune from this disease.”