Author: James Deaton
Richard Burstall
From: Heritage District — Lansing: Central UMC … To: Heritage District — Ypsilanti: First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
Dressed in red and set on fire
Reflecting on Pentecost, retired pastor Sondra Willobee encourages us to affirm the gifts God has given as we bear witness to the risen Christ through deeds of love and power.
Annual Conference begins next week
The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference begins next week, as United Methodists gather for worship, fellowship, and business.
Doing the ‘ministry of memory’
In this interview, author and historian Dr. Ashley Boggan discusses her passion for history and what draws people to Methodism, and offers a sneak peek at what she’ll present to… Continue Reading Doing the ‘ministry of memory’
Disaster response training, June 12
To prepare volunteer teams for deployment following spring tornadoes and flooding in Michigan, the Michigan Conference is offering training for those interested in joining an UMCOR-certified Early Response Team.
Grants for immigrant faith communities
Leaders of immigrant congregations and allies are invited to a June 17 information session on grant opportunities available to them, made possible by a $100K UMCOR grant awarded to the… Continue Reading Grants for immigrant faith communities
Professional degree scholarships available
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan offers scholarships to clergy and ministry leaders pursuing a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degree who need assistance.
Michael Kelley
From: Central Bay District — Gordonville and Midland: Homer UMCs … To: Central Bay District — Gordonville UMC. This quarter-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
Gary A. Williams
From: Greater Detroit District — Riverview UMC (DSA) … To: Greater Detroit District — Riverview UMC. This half-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.
Gunsoo Jung
From: Central Bay District — Mt. Pleasant: First UMC … To: Greater Detroit District — Lambertville UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2026.