Get Your Spirit in Shape - United Methodist Podcast
1) Meet Bishop Carlo Rapanut
The first bishop ordained in a central conference and later elected to serve in the United States, Bishop Carlo Rapanut shares how growing up in a United Methodist church in his hometown of Baguio Cit...Show More
2) ‘Transformed by Grace’: Wesleyan wisdom for today’s UMC
In a world that can be challenging and ever-changing, Wesleyan scholar Paul Chilcote shares how his new book, “Transformed by Grace,” and the wisdom of John and Charles Wesley can inspire us to love b...Show More
3) Sacred summers: How camps shape faith that lasts
Many United Methodists have memories of summer camp being full of fun and friendships. But it’s also a place where faith comes alive through powerful worship and real spiritual growth. Discover how th...Show More
4) ‘Calling on Fire’: Reclaiming Wesley’s method to renew the church
John Wesley grew the Methodist movement by following a simple format that incorporated field preaching, small accountability groups, empowering leaders and serving his community. In “Calling on Fire: ...Show More
5) ‘Sacred Tension’: The Bible’s embrace of diverse voices
Dialogue across difference isn’t a modern invention—it’s biblical. Old Testament scholar William P. Brown discusses how Scripture embraces diverse perspectives from the first verses of Genesis through...Show More
6) When hope meets hardship: Faith as a healing force
Hope isn’t about ignoring reality, says Natalie Justice, who has experienced two different cancer diagnoses. Through the uncertainty and tough days, the United Methodist minister learned that, by lean...Show More
7) ‘On Love’: 20 lessons for a gentler world
Whether you’re seeking personal growth or to deepen your relationships, authors Janet and Paul Chilcote share transformative insights drawn from 50 years of ministry, mission, and marriage in their ne...Show More
8) Ancient Words, Living Faith: The 4th century Nicene Creed in 2025
This year marks the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed—words spoken by billions of Christians across centuries and continents. In his new book, “We Believe: How the Nicene Creed can deepen your fa...Show More
9) The courage to go: Lewises embrace mission rooted in connection
Every call to serve invites both courage and questions. For Kim and Pat Lewis, that call is taking them from Montana to Mexico, where they’ve been commissioned as missionaries through the General Boar...Show More
10) Social Principles and Mental Health: A summons to action
Few, if any, people are untouched by mental health challenges either for themselves or loved ones. As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, we explore how our Social Principles call us as United ...Show More