Means of Grace

Being Still When We Can’t Sit Still

Dec 21, 2021

In the midst of the busiest time of the year, listen in on a conversation with Rob Hutchinson and Ashley Thomas about what it’s like “Being Still and knowing God” is present – even when you can hardly sit still.

Young Clergy Hope for the Future

Dec 7, 2021

With much anxiety due to the pandemic and uncertainty about the future of the United Methodist Church, a significant number of pastors have considered quitting full-time ministry in the past 18 months. In this episode, Kim Ingram and Jesse Enniss converse with some of our younger leaders, Rev. Meredith Martin, Rev....

Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks: A Reflection from John Wesley

Nov 23, 2021

In this episode, Melissa, Luke and Aimee share a reflection for Thanksgiving from John Wesley’s commentary on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. As we enter this season of gratitude, we prayerfully reflect upon the words of our tradition’s founder, seeking to root our spiritual lives in gratitude to the one who has given us...

Afresh: Recovery Ministry and FX

Nov 9, 2021

In this is episode of Means of Grace, we share a special guest episode from Afresh, a Fresh Expressions podcast from the Uwharrie District. Rev. Katie Lineberger has an important conversation with Rev. Caitlin McAlhany & Laina Davis-Harvey about recovery ministry and Fresh Expressions. You can find Afresh on Apple...

Digital Doorways to Church

Oct 26, 2021

In this episode, Director of Church Development Rev. Rob Hutchinson talks all things digital church, worship and discipleship with Jason Moore, Both/And Hybrid Worship consultant; Anne Bosarge, pastor of Chapel Online Church; and Rev. Nathan Webb, pastor of Checkpoint...