Pastors and their families live under incredible pressures. Pastors are expected to have ideal families, to be perfect people, to always be available, to never be down, and to have all the answers we need to keep our own lives stable and moving forward. This year has been particularly challenging for pastors due to the unprecedented conditions that have come about during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please take a moment to thank our pastor, Rev. William Bills, and our new Wesley Director, Rev. James Magee for their spiritual leadership, guidance, compassion, and empathy, willingly given to us in our times of need. Our congregation is more blessed for it! A quick phone call, gift card, email, or thank-you card would be a wonderful way to show your thanks and appreciation. Below is the contact information for both pastors:

• Rev. William Bills, UUMC, 1120 S. Harrison Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823, 517-351-7030, ext. 207, bbills@eluumc.org
• Rev. James Magee, UUMC, 1120 S. Harrison Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823, 517-862-6839, mageeja@gmail.com

At University United Methodist Church, we affirm that as disciples of Jesus Christ, we are an open and inclusive congregation and welcome all persons into full participation regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic situation, age, ability, education, background and whether single or partnered.