Author: James Deaton
80 summers, 21 Fridays
Retired pastor Sondra Willobee reminds us to receive every moment as a gift. The choice is ours. We can open our eyes and trust God rather than live in fear… Continue Reading 80 summers, 21 Fridays
Staff realignment announced
The Michigan Conference announced difficult changes that impact its staffing and structure as the conference seeks to align with a reduced 2026 budget.
Ways to give to US flood disaster relief
The Michigan Disaster Response Team has compiled the best and most direct avenues to provide financial assistance for flood relief in Central Texas and West Virginia.
Fall grant and funding workshops
Several online workshops and training sessions on grant writing and nontraditional funding sources will be held this fall. The first one, Grant Writing 101, is set for August 25, providing… Continue Reading Fall grant and funding workshops
Paddling to a brighter future together
Kalamazoo: Westwood UMC’s new ministry, Paddles and Prayers, went from concept to birth thanks to the Michigan Conference’s Seed to Harvest ministry incubation program. Read their story and join a… Continue Reading Paddling to a brighter future together
Discipleship is our mission
Christian Education Sunday, set for August 17, emphasizes the importance of faith formation and the UMC’s disciple-making mission.
‘Church’ is so much bigger
Reflecting on recent ecumenical connections, Rev. Jenaba Waggy gives reasons for the need to look beyond our denomination in our shared work of building community together.
See what we do together
The 2025 Annual Report summarizes the impact local churches make when they give generously to the Michigan Conference through Ministry Shares.
Creating artful memoirs
Judy Bowman, a Detroit artist with United Methodist connections, has spent recent years illustrating the rich cultural history of Detroit’s east side and paying tribute to the resilience of Black… Continue Reading Creating artful memoirs
Tour to harness spirit of Methodism
Two Michigan UM clergy invite clergy and laity, age 40 and under, and clergy serving less than 10 years to join them on a Wesleyan Heritage Tour next April in… Continue Reading Tour to harness spirit of Methodism