Author: James Deaton
Will we go to where the people are?
Rev. Dwayne Bagley, superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, illustrates how churches in his district are compelled to take the gospel into their communities.
AC orientation for lay members
An Annual Conference orientation for laity will be held via Zoom on May 16 and 18. First-time participants and those needing a refresher are welcome.
UMC faces financial, structural realities
On the final day of the 2024 General Conference, delegates passed a general budget for the next quadrennia with a bottom line that could change depending on how high collections… Continue Reading UMC faces financial, structural realities
North Central Jurisdiction will have six bishops
On the last day of the 2024 General Conference, delegates approved a report from the Interjurisdictional Committee on Episcopacy setting the number of bishops for the next quadrennium.
Michigan pastor part of key writing team
Rev. Dr. Chris Momany, pastor of Dowagiac: First UMC, was one of the 52 writers who crafted the Revised Social Principles adopted at General Conference.
INSIDE THE BAR: Joy Barrett
On the closing day of General Conference, Rev. Joy Barrett reflects on the power of seeing each person through the eyes of Christ and connecting with them with the heart… Continue Reading INSIDE THE BAR: Joy Barrett
GC delegates pass Revised Social Principles
General Conference delegates approved the final section of the Revised Social Principles, removing the “incompatibility” phrase, which has been a source of harmful language to LGBTQ persons since its adoption… Continue Reading GC delegates pass Revised Social Principles
INSIDE THE BAR: Jen Peters
Jen Peters has experienced General Conference as an affirming, supportive space as people work together in a spirit of generosity to move The United Methodist Church forward.
A life of faith-fueled advocacy
Mary Gladstone-Highland reflects on how the Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church has shaped her advocacy for LGBTQ justice and inclusion.
A new day in the UMC
In a historic vote on Wednesday, May 1, General Conference delegates voted to eliminate the 40-year ban on the ordination of “self-avowed practicing” gay clergy.