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Building space for dreams to come true

Pastor burning a mortgage for a church

Rev. Dean Prentiss, superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, shares a faith story from Vicksburg UMC about a dream that came true for this congregation.

Martin Cobb

From: Greater Southwest District — Schoolcraft, Schoolcraft: Pleasant Valley, and Three Rivers: First UMCs … To: Greater Southwest District — Pastor at Large. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.

Our need for civic friendship

Disturbed by the problems of violence and the erosion of our democracy, Bishop David Bard urges us to consider how we might cultivate civic friendship, a virtue and practice that… Continue Reading Our need for civic friendship

Michigan UMs make ‘green’ impact

Putting together rain barrels

Sandra White and Rev. Ryan Wieland are the newest Global Ministries EarthKeepers trained to develop and lead grassroots environmental projects in their communities.

New plant gives AU solar power

Solar panels

A brand-new mini solar power plant is boosting self-reliance and student confidence at United Methodist-related Africa University in Zimbabwe.

Leading your church with purpose

People holding hands and praying

The Simplified, Accountable Structure (SAS) is transforming how churches lead and sparking renewal. Learn the three phases and then reach out to the Michigan Conference SAS Team to explore this… Continue Reading Leading your church with purpose

Our need for civic friendship

Handshake with sun in the background

Disturbed by the problems of violence and the erosion of our democracy, Bishop David Bard urges us to consider how we might cultivate civic friendship, a virtue and practice that… Continue Reading Our need for civic friendship

Seeing history from another angle

Poppleton Methodist Church in England in a space where John Wesley preached.

In this devotional, Glenn Wagner shares a significant personal lesson he learned on the Fourth of July that can apply to the way we engage cross-culturally with one another.

Unwavering commitment to God’s call

Pastor with a cake celebrating her ministry

On June 13, Constantine UMC honored Rev. Karen Wheat with a celebration featuring surprise guests from throughout her more than 50 years of ordained ministry.

Missionaries are part of the family

Two people eating together

Hosting United Methodist missionaries gives local churches a chance to hear powerful stories and gain deeper insight into how God’s love is moving in the world.

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