Author Archives: Richard Heyduck

William Willimon, the new Bishop of the North Alabama Annual Conference, is finding his new leadership role somewhat different from his old role at Duke. Though he has never withdrawn solely into the world of the theoretical – like some … Continue reading →

During this morning’s last business session at Annual Conference, there was much discussion over a particular resolution. The actual resolution was not controversial, but some of the supporting whereas’s were vague and echoed some of the studied ambiguity on a … Continue reading →

At the Confessing Movement luncheon Monday, Billy Abraham (Albert Cook Outler Professor of Theology at Perkins in Dallas) addressed the suggestions of some (namely Stanley Hauerwas – “God is killing United Methodism” – and John RObert McFarland) that the UMC … Continue reading →

Yesterday’s episcopal address from Bishop Huie was the best I’ve ever heard. It began (and ended) with a multimedia component based on Acts 2 and Pentecost. Nice to see a bishop who can use technology. Here’s a brief summary of … Continue reading →

Bishop Huie opened the clergy session by talking about the three purposes of Annual Conference: Revival Building community Business This is the first session of the TAC she’s led so we’re still figuring out her style. I’m happy so far. … Continue reading →

Texas Annual Conference begins Sunday evening in The Woodlands. It’s our first year with Bishop Huie. We already know something will be different. Instead of business all the time, we’ll be having workshops on Tuesday afternoon. I even heard that … Continue reading →

I just ran across the site of Dr. Malcolm Webber. It looks like he puts out a monthly “Leadership Letter,” available free. In this latest letter he contrasts Servant Leaders and Abusive Leaders. Take a look at what he says … Continue reading →

Tod Bolsinger at It Takes a Church writes about “Speaking the Truth in Love” in the context of a relativistic culture. Many value maintaining an open mind over finding truth – the “joy is in the journey, not the arriving” … Continue reading →

As I’ve driven the roads of East Texas over the years, I’ve seen a variety of wildlife. Foxes, deer, skunks, and armadillos are the most common. I’ve known coyotes lived in the area but I didn’t see my first one … Continue reading →

Seth Godin is using his blog to market his book, dangling little teasers out there hoping we will buy it. In this post he discusses the placebo effect, the power of believing alone to effect healing and numerous other benefits … Continue reading →