Author: James Deaton
Jenaba Waggy
From: Heritage District — Ann Arbor: First UMC … To: River Bluffs District, Minnesota Conference. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
Hybrid workshop to feature UM author
Rebekah Simon-Peter aims to help Michigan United Methodist churches experience renewal by crafting a bold vision for their future. Experience this dynamic speaker at the DARE to Dream Like Jesus… Continue Reading Hybrid workshop to feature UM author
Finding a quiet center
Retired pastor Jack Harnish invites us to discover a place where we can go to clear the chaos and clutter from our minds and find peace.
Faith, freedom, and a call to action
Black Methodists for Church Renewal celebrated Juneteenth and charted a bold future at their annual meeting in Detroit.
New grants focus on clergy wellness
On July 1, two new Michigan Conference initiatives begin, providing grants to help pastoral leaders improve their health and well-being.
Phil Harrington
From: Greater Southwest District — Glenn UMC … To: Greater Southwest District — Three Rivers: First and Three Rivers: Ninth Street UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
Duane Lindsey
From: Greater Southwest District — Niles: New Journey UMC … To: Greater Southwest District — Niles: New Journey and Cassopolis UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
The case for a mid-year assessment
Rev. Dr. David S. Bell offers church leaders advice on the value of taking time this summer to conduct a mid-year assessment and make adjustments as needed.
Put the Social Principles into action
Action steps from the Wisdom and Witness sessions at the 2026 Michigan Annual Conference are now available for local churches to use and adapt for their faith communities.
Celebrate our ministry together
The 2026 Annual Report, available in booklet and video formats, summarizes the impact local churches have when they give generously to the Michigan Conference through Ministry Shares.