Author: James Deaton
Meet our GC delegates, part 2
This week, we meet four more of our General Conference delegates as they prepare for the big denominational gathering in Charlotte.
Trust in the risen Christ
With the humanitarian crisis in Haiti in mind, Bishop David Bard asks us to live out our resurrection faith and labor for a more peaceful and just world.
Get ready for Earth Day 2024
Here are 10 tips to equip churches and families as they prepare to celebrate Earth Day on April 22.
Pastoral ponderings on hell
On Good Friday, when Christians around the world remember the tortured death of Jesus on the cross and his sacrifice for humanity, Glenn Wagner ponders the significance of hell for… Continue Reading Pastoral ponderings on hell
Good, God, and Holy Friday
Rev. Paul Hahm walks us through the theological spectrum of meanings ascribed to Good Friday, inviting us to embrace them all.
U.S. delegates name GC goals
A group of U.S. delegates, including several from the Michigan Conference, has released a statement on three legislative proposals they will endorse at General Conference.
Native American Ministries Sunday
Learn how your offerings support Native American ministries in Michigan and beyond, and plan to receive an offering to support this Special Sunday on April 14.
Meet our GC delegates, part 1
Over the next four weeks, meet members of our Michigan Conference delegation as they prepare for the big denominational gathering in Charlotte.
Michigan tornadoes inspire response
Marshall and Grand Blanc UMCs reached out to their communities following recent tornadoes, providing examples of how churches can be prepared for and respond to disasters.
John D. Messner
From: Central Bay District — Avondale, Evart, and Hersey UMCs … To: Heritage District — Charlotte: Lawrence Avenue UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2024.