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Looking back at the last 93 episodes, we celebrate you, our listeners worldwide, and look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead for The Caring Congregation. Rev. Joy shares the new season of her ministry on the horizon and her hope for the UMC to usher in a new understanding of care and healing. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation To Follow Rev. Joy on IG: @revjoydd

With the conclusion of the postponed General Conference 2020, Rev. Joy and the Bishop of the Great Plains Conference, Bishop David Wilson, have a conversation about his unique perspective of General Conference and his hopes for the church's future. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation To follow Bishop Wilson and his leadership, check out: greatplainsumc.org General Conference Worship with Bishop Wilson Preaching: youtu.be/MU1rm0ZzCvA?feature=shared

With the conclusion of the postponed General Conference 2020, Rev. Joy sits down with the co-senior pastor of Keller United Methodist Church, Rev. Dr. Jason Valendy, to discuss the work that went into being a delegate and his hopes for the church's future. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation To follow Rev. Dr. Jason Valendy on Instagram: @peddlingpreacher
A few of the National Team Members gather for a conversation about the next two weeks at the General Conference of the United Methodist Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Listen as they share their hopes and dreams for the church. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation

How do we care for those who take an oath to protect and serve us? Join Rev. Joy and Captain Mickey for part two of a conversation about caring for those who serve in law enforcement and their families. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation

How do we care for those who take an oath to protect and serve us? Join Rev. Joy and Captain Mickey for part one of a conversation about caring for those who serve in law enforcement and their families. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation

The brand new book releasing April 2, 2024, Song of the Seasons, portrays God’s creation in the four seasons, based on an interpretation of Psalm 98. It’s a healing, caring reminder of God’s presence and grace that sustains our souls. Author Glenys Nellist shares her thoughts on God’s care for us through nature and her inspiration for this book. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation glenysnellist.com songoftheseasonsbook.com paracletepress.com

Caring for children is rewarding; however, it is challenging at times, and doing so as a single parent is especially so. How do we, the church, care well for, honor, and support single parents raising children? Let’s explore what is helpful and what is not as we honor parents' care in a unique season. Guest: Rev. Melissa McDuffy thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation To listen to the 3 Rule Parenting Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/33j5RDNhRF7fvmMdhwILrX?si=c55rVzMwSWGtvBc7KRsVOw&nd=1&dlsi=52133cebd1a440d0 To connect with FUMC Cleburne: fumccleburne.com/i-m-new

Boundaries are necessary for fruitful caregiving. But how do we learn boundaries and other best practices like nurturing ourselves? Join us for part two of a conversation with Sherry Danner as we explore how we care for caregivers. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation For more information about Sherry Danner and Joy Journaling, check out her website: nurturedlight.com

As people with gifts and graces for caregiving, we cannot neglect ourselves. How do we bring awareness to our caregiving? Rev. Joy talks with Sherry Danner about caregiving and boundaries. This is part one of a two-part episode. thecaringcongregation.com @thecaringcongregation For more information about Sherry Danner and Joy Journaling, check out her website: nurturedlight.com