One of the things that makes me proud to be a United Methodist is how they respond in times of disaster. Many United Methodist Church buildings are designed to be emergency centers and their doors will be open. They have a committee called UMCOR--United Methodist Committee On Relief that is active in helping people in … Continue reading United Methodists Helping Victims of Harvey
Author: David Mercer
David Mercer is the author of the blogs: Deep Calls, Quick Drawls, and Mercer Massage, LLC. He has been a pastor, college professor, deli worker, and grocery store cashier. He is now a massage therapist at Mercer Massage, LLC.
Why Aren’t We the Innovators?
Paul once said that we were baptized to walk in newness of life but we are scared to do it. It’s much easier to march toward death while insisting we are right.
Charlottesville–What Do I Say?
I want to say to the white supremacists, “Yes, you have the right to say what you think and so do I. So I also want to say, “You should be ashamed. Shut the hell up!”
Clean Face, Clean Slate
What I saw when I removed the mask....
So About Church Politics….
To the surviving handful of people who tried so hard to get rid of me over the last three decades, feel free to claim your victory.
Angry Outcasts
Parents, your children are more important than your religion.
It’s Time to Use the Bible Competently
Don't expect to get a free pass by saying, "The Bible says so."
Crazy Conversations on the Bible
Don't follow the crazy people, no matter how many Bible verses they quote.
To My Compassionate Conservative Friends
I know the difference between you and those who use your language to hurt people.
The LGBT–I’m No Longer Standing By
I'm standing up and speaking out.
Deep Calls 