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Our Favorites of 2022
Here are some of our favorite UMC.org stories, videos and podcast episodes of 2022!
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Spiritual tools and ideas for growing a strong faith
Support for mental health and authentic journeys toward wholeness
Inspiring United Methodists and ministry efforts
![The connections we find in our faith communities, both in local United Methodist churches and in our global denomination, are special gifts from God.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/05/12/14/37/connected-slideshow-2022_1200x800.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=F1A9E9B74B2CDAC6E6C42868651851DF)
The connections we find in our United Methodist faith communities are gifts from God. In service, worship and celebration, we find love, joy and hope.
![Faith formation isn't limited to time spent at church. United Methodist children's ministry experts share tips to help parents make the everyday more holy for the entire family. Pictured: Sunday worship attendees at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Fremont, Calif. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/03/02/13/57/fremont-ca-st-paul-umc-102_1200x800.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=A44B23EA983661BFCADC823C06A1C754)
United Methodist children’s ministry experts offer ideas to help parents make the everyday more holy for the entire family.
![Jack Layfield served as a chaplain on the Appalachian Trail for six months in 2019. His experiences can help all of us learn how to connect to God in nature. Photo by Mike DuBose.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/07/25/13/51/jack-layfield-2019-appalachian-trail-chaplain_1200x800_tiny.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=895F53C3EDBD35E50577E8592C96A830)
Appalachian Trail chaplain Jack Layfield helps us learn to use our 5 senses to explore nature and seek God, and then share our newfound peace with others.
![A growing number of United Methodists have found texting to be a way to both encourage and be encouraged, as well as develop their faith alongside others. Canva design by Crystal Caviness, United Methodist Communications.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/06/21/15/39/connecting-through-texting-1200x800-tiny.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=9D05F77B558D18DE70A7697CF7077B8A)
A growing number of United Methodists have found texting to be a way to both encourage and be encouraged, as well as develop their faith alongside others.
![An anxious young woman seeks help finding the road back to peace.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/04/27/16/34/overcomeanxiety_unsplash_750x500_tiny.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=925DDCA4FCF5BD61894BB8D57FE57932)
Watch this video to learn five ways you can overcome anxiety and find the road back to peace when you feel fearful or stressed.
![Get Your Spirit in Shape episode 116 with the Rev. Vance Lowe](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/05/04/17/36/vance-lowe-gysis-12x8.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=D1B01EACDE25013A70385E8A46354933)
The Rev. Vance Lowe speaks out to tell of his mental health struggles, sharing hope to others and suggesting ways United Methodists can combat stigma and offer help.
![Fe y futbol 660x440 Photo par Crystal Caviness, United Methodist Communications](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/09/21/21/49/fe-y-futbol-preview-660x440.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=479&hash=07FE1D45D002399BAEEA4E3123646F6C)
Aldersgate United Methodist Church started a youth soccer program to teach children how playing soccer helps build faith.
![Damon Neal, a member at Dallas Indian United Methodist Church, believes every stroke of his painting, "A Window to Heaven" was inspired by the Holy Spirit," which also led the artist to find healing for his grief. Photo courtesy of Dallas Indian United Methodist Church.](https://www.umc.org/-/media/umc-media/2022/06/23/17/02/damon-neal-paints-church-mural-1200x800-tny.jpg?h=319&iar=0&mh=319&w=478&hash=F5D8197F9F592B089BC3B650F98DDA0E)
A Native American artist finds healing for his grief by painting a mural at his United Methodist church, a piece of art he titled "Window to Heaven."
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