Author: James Deaton
Sara Elliott
From: East Winds District … To: East Winds District — Owosso: First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Ishmael Mathiu
From: Western Waters District — Lake Ann UMC … To: Greater Detroit District — Flat Rock: First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Anthony Hood
From: Greater Detroit District — Farmington: First UMC … To: Greater Detroit District — Farmington Hills: Nardin Park UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Tom Hoffmeyer
From: Northern Skies District — Roscommon: Good Shepherd UMC … To: Greater Detroit District — Mount Clemens: First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
James Britt
From: Central Bay District — Evart, Hersey, and Avondale UMCs … To: Central Bay District — Brooks Corners, Evart, and Avondale UMCs. This half-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
An irreplaceable tree

Continuing our series promoting the Michigan Conference’s Earth Day of Action, Rev. Sari Brown faces the hard questions surrounding Jesus’ death by looking more to the living Word in creation.
On the road again

In March, an Early Response Team of fifteen Michigan United Methodists journeyed to Georgia to aid rebuild efforts following Hurricane Helene. This is the first deployment from Michigan since 2012.
Conference to aid ice storm survivors

The Michigan Conference is requesting support for After the Storm and Midwest Mission in response to recent ice storms in parts of Michigan.
Honoring God’s handiwork

Continuing our series promoting the Michigan Conference’s Earth Day of Action, Gordon Grigg reflects on the sacred green spaces of the Upper Peninsula, his home, and how we are called… Continue Reading Honoring God’s handiwork
Is SAS right for your church?

Churches need the ability to make quick decisions, remain flexible, and stay adaptable. On April 30, join this 30-minute lunch and learn and explore how your church can implement the… Continue Reading Is SAS right for your church?