Author: Bode
2025 Western Waters District Conference
2025 Western Waters District Conference The Western Waters District Conference and Hospitality Workshops are this Sat., Sept. 27 at Ludington UMC. Rev. Tom Arthur is leading a morning and afternoon Hospitality workshop for clergy and laity. Download the Agenda and Reports Packet for details about the 2026 district budget and ministry shares.
God Nudges Blog Post September 2025 ~ Lights and Darks
I have a list of “someday” things…You know, someday I am going to __________________. (You fill in the blank.) I bet you have one too. Every once in a while, I manage to cross something off the list. Like the year I learned how to quilt. I am still learning a lot about quilting, colors,… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post September 2025 ~ Lights and Darks
God Nudges Blog Post July 2025
I am late. Most probably don’t realize it but this blog was due in June. I could give you excuses as to why – Annual Conference, life is busy, family activities, quilting. Truth is, I struggled on what to share, so, I put it off. Then it dawned on me, “Bits and Pieces”. “Bits and… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post July 2025
God Nudges Blog Post 3-27-25
Well, that time went fast. I had to double check my records and sure enough, this completes year one of writing “God Nudges.” I have been reflecting back on these writings as I decide where to go with #7. A couple things occurred to me. First, I believe sometimes we have to go far enough… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post 3-27-25
God Nudges Blog Post 2-5-25
I am not sure when it started, that is my love of nature. I love sunrises and sunsets, the beauty of lakes and oceans, trees, mountains, clouds and dogs. Today, I am thinking about clouds. I was that kid who would lie on the grass, arms folded behind my head and look up at the… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post 2-5-25
God Nudges Blog Post 12-9-24
If you forgot or haven’t read the last “God Nudges” blog, I wrote about resigning from a job I loved and the people I worked with. I decided I wanted to experience other areas of nursing. I had worked in pediatrics for 30 years. My next job found me working for the other end on… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post 12-9-24
Leap of Faith Movie Screenings in Grand Rapids
You are cordially invited to one of six LEAP OF FAITH movie screenings, featuring an onstage discussion with Grand Rapids-based pastors who participated in the year-long project. LEAP OF FAITH features twelve diverse pastors from Grand Rapids, Michigan – including yours! – who explore how to belong to one another in an era of polarization. These screenings are invitation-only events where you will… Continue Reading Leap of Faith Movie Screenings in Grand Rapids
God Nudges Blog Post 10-1-24
In my intro a year ago, I shared that I am a retired Registered Nurse. I have been thankful for becoming an RN many times since graduation in 1967. I have loved every job and the knowledge was so helpful in caring for family through the years including raising our three children and helping out… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post 10-1-24
Faith on the Fly
Through a donation from the Western Waters District Mission Team, the Faith on the Fly Program located at Grand Rapids Trinity UMC, created new opportunities for intergenerational participants to explore fly fishing while learning to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty around us. A piloted “Introduction to Fly Fishing” program to a few children… Continue Reading Faith on the Fly
God Nudges Blog Post 8-5-24
It has been suggested I share my story about the “Rainbow Cross Quilts” that I have been making. It is a pretty simple story beginning in 2016. I saw a pattern for a Rainbow Cross (my name for it) and thought that looks like it would be fun to make. At about the same time… Continue Reading God Nudges Blog Post 8-5-24