In Christ Alone
What is church? It is a very basic and complex question. It is also one we may not have not … Continue reading In Christ Alone
Author: Shannon
Shannon Blosser is the pastor of Mount Olivet and Benwood-McMechen UMC in the Wheeling, W.Va. area. He is an ordained elder in the West Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. He is particularly focused on how the witness of faith creates inclusion and acceptance of those with disabilities within the church.
Before entering ministry, Shannon wrote professionally as a sports and news writer for West Virginia and North Carolina newspapers and policy organizations.
He lives in McMechen, W.Va., with his wife, Abbi, sons, Noah and Tad, and their cat, George. He is an alum of West Virginia University and Asbury Theological Seminary. In his spare time, you can find him watching WVU athletics, studying presidential history, cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals baseball, or attempting to play golf.
A Prayer for Our Nation
Father God, As we prepare to celebrate our nation’s birth, we will do so around community events, family gatherings, and … Continue reading A Prayer for Our Nation
The Cost of Following
All across our conference, this morning, pastors and churches are welcoming one another into new communities and ministries. It is … Continue reading The Cost of Following
Sometimes It’s OK to Get Lost
At my previous church, if I wanted to go to the office I would simply walk from the living room … Continue reading Sometimes It’s OK to Get Lost
Sunday’s Sermon: We Can Be Healers
Healing is the act of bringing health or wholeness to someone. It means to restore someone, or a community, to … Continue reading Sunday’s Sermon: We Can Be Healers
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