January 2011
The health benefits of shivering?
Fri, 01/28/2011 - 5:14pmThe New York Times reports that central heating may be making us fatter.
Leverage Points: The SPRC / PPRC
Tue, 01/25/2011 - 5:54pmThe Staff-Parish Relations Committee is a pivotal thing in the life of a United Methodist pastor. PPRCs / SPRCs can be a source of real support to a pastor. Or things can go off the rails at that point. The committee can be a stress reliever or a stress producer.
Postcard from Kanuga: or, X-Treme Road Warriors for Clergy Health
Thu, 01/20/2011 - 1:08pm
The inaugural Spirited Life retreat was held last week at Kanuga Conference Center near Hendersonville. Not everything went smoothly or according to plan. But in the end we felt it was a success, an enriching experience for all concerned. Surely the Holy Spirit was present!
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Movers and shakers
Fri, 01/14/2011 - 4:18pm
First Lady Michelle Obama is leading "Let's Move," a national effort to combat childhood obesity. The United Methodist Reporter tells how churches are aiding the cause.
Among other faith-based efforts, the Amazing Pace program in the Mississippi Conference is making an impact.
Shaping the Health of the Community
Tue, 01/11/2011 - 11:59pmPastor, what does your congregation do to demonstrate care for the physical health of your members? Are your church buildings designated tobacco-free? Are low-fat foods or unsweetened beverages even an option at church fellowship events? Have you ever preached or taught on The Body as a Temple?
The Resolutionary Wars
Tue, 01/04/2011 - 1:19pmHappy New Year, everyone!
I came across an amusing story over the weekend: about health-club employees preparing for an onslaught of new members. Gyms experience this spike in business every January 1, as sure as the ball dropping in Times Square.