Christians are called to be and build community. Building an active, egalitarian community with one another is how we are made whole. That kind of community bears fruit for the Reign of God, as we transform church and world. We are doers of the word, meaning we share with our neighbors through relationship building and invitation. This chapter is a preview of the themes that are developed in chapters 2-5.

Pastor's Note
The Missouri Annual Conference
Every year, United Methodists from all across the Missouri Conference gather together for our annual meeting. This year, the meeting will be Friday June 9 through Sunday June 11 in St. Charles. Manchester UMC will be represented there by Revs. Andy Bryan, Phil Estes, Winter Hamilton, and Jim Peich. Our