Kingdom-style leadership
Three district leaders explain being called by God, not as women, but as servants.
Jo Anne Lyon
What’s your story?
Women clergy gather at WHWC conference to encourage, deepen their calling.
Holy living and justice
God’s call to be holy moves us beyond ourselves to act justly on behalf of others.
Wesleyans in the news: September 27
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New title, same passion
No matter what she’s involved with as ambassador of The Wesleyan Church, Jo Anne Lyon’s greatest joy is still seeing lives, churches and communities transformed because of the hope of Jesus.
Lyon to be Honored for Immigration Work
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon, ambassador and General Superintendent Emerita of The Wesleyan Church, is being honored at the National Immigration Forum and National Immigration Forum Action Fund in recognition of her service within the faith community as a champion for immigrants...
Jo Anne Lyon remembers Rev. Lewis Smith
Rev. Lewis Smith was a 70-year pastor and also leaves a great legacy of many family members serving God.
Jo Anne Lyon receives 2016 Peace Award
Past recipients of the Peace Award include former President Jimmy Carter and Nelson Mandela.
Staff of General Conference hotel express gratitude for Wesleyans
Wesleyans left a mark on hotel staff in Buffalo. Jo Anne Lyon reflects on a conversation she had with a hotel bellhop.
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon elected to General Superintendent Emerita and honored
The title of General Superintendent Emerita was conferred upon Dr. Jo Anne Lyon and she was honored with a special citation. Her personal testimony was moving.
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon to serve as interim leader of Wesley Seminary
Outgoing General Superintendent Dr. Jo Anne Lyon will serve as interim vice-president for Wesley Seminary for one year, as part of her responsibilities as Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church.
Wayne Schmidt acceptance speech
Dr. Wayne Schmidt delivered an acceptance speech filled with humility and vision.
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon to be Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon has been named Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church, a position created by action of the General Board to retain the considerable connections and influence she holds.
Summer Wesleyan Life released at General Conference
The summer issue of Wesleyan Life magazine was released at General Conference. It has also been launched on an all-new, more powerful digital platform.
Two leaders nominated for General Superintendent
The Wesleyan Church is pleased to announce that Dr. Wayne Schmidt and Rev. Isaac Smith have both been nominated by the General Board for the office of General Superintendent of The Wesleyan Church.
Toilets and girls
In observance of National Women’s Day, this post by Dr. Jo Anne Lyon suggests how a toilet can bring dignity and opportunities to women in some of the most poverty stricken areas in the world.
Wesleyans in the news
Jo Anne Lyon examines why Christianity is thriving in Nepal, New Jersey pastor joins other professional chefs to feed homeless, OKWU president wins award, SWU yearbooks now online, and more.
The Dearly Deported
As we Wesleyans often say, immigration is an issue, but immigrants are people. We must always remind ourselves that these situations impact real people—our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Why 2016 marks a pivotal year for Sierra Leone
Jo Anne Lyon interviews Carrie Jo Cain, a registered nurse who serves in Sierra Leone. Find out why both Lyon and Kind believe 2016 is a pivotal year for the country in West Africa.
Caring for refugees: a declaration of evangelical response
Dr. Lyon joined evangelical leaders in a new declaration of how Christians in America can best respond to the refugee crisis.
Lennox inaugurated 12th president of Kingswood University
In its 70th year of ministry, Kingswood University inaugurated Dr. Stephen J. Lennox as its 12th president on Friday, October 16, 2015.
Wesleyans in the news
President Obama appoints Jo Anne Lyon to Advisory Council, Wesleyan football player passes away, Dr. Lyon examines the Church’s role in emergency response efforts, and more.
Jo Anne Lyon Appointed to President’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships
President Obama announced his intent to appoint Rev. Dr. Jo Anne Lyon, General Superintendent of The Wesleyan Church, to the President’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.
Welcoming the Pope to America
It was an honor to be an invited guest to welcome Pope Francis to our country. I’ve had some time to reflect on this experience…
