Civil Rights Pioneer Rev. James Lawson Dies at 95

The Rev. James M. Lawson Jr., who made it his life’s work to create a nonviolent nation, died June 9 at age 95. During his lifetime, the United Methodist pastor studied and taught nonviolent resistance, walked with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and trained many of the young leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. Read the United Methodist News Service obituary at https://www.umnews.org/en/news/the-rev-james-lawson-pastor-and-civil-rights-pioneer-dies-at-95.

Appointments Online

The appointment lists for the last 10+ years, including this year, are posted on the Missouri Conference website at https://www.moumethodist.org/appointmentsarchive. If there is an error in your appointment listing please contact your district office.

Prayers When Seeking Peace of Mind

Many people grapple with anxiety on a near daily basis, and finding ways to cultivate mental peace can be crucial for overall well-being. For those exploring the intersection of spirituality and daily life, prayer can offer a meaningful practice to address and process anxieties. The Rev. Ryan Dunn has compiled a collection of prayers shared throughout Christian history that can be used in times of unease at https://www.umc.org/en/content/prayers-when-seeking-peace-of-mind.