Author: James Deaton
Samaritan Counseling seeks well-being for all
For Advocacy Day, the Michigan Conference is raising money for Samaritan Counseling Center, an EngageMI partner in ministry that provides mental health care for anyone in Metro Detroit.
Where is God in the fog?
Disturbing events in our day cause us to question God’s presence and purpose, but the imperative to love, as Jesus demonstrated to a blind man, continues to be clear.
Listen to the voice of Henry Bibb
A Black Methodist voice from the past has much to teach us about how to be a messenger of both judgment and grace to a church moving toward racial justice.
Living out our connectionalism
Rev. John Kasper, superintendent of the Central Bay District, highlights a new district initiative called Connexion Zones, where pastors and churches collaborate and partner together.
Program staff shift into team ministry
The Michigan Conference’s new Connectional Ministries Team plans to equip and connect local churches through three key initiatives. The team invites you to meet them and learn more via online… Continue Reading Program staff shift into team ministry
Youth & Young Adult Resource Roundup, FEB 2024
Beginning this month, MIconnect will publish a bimonthly summary of upcoming events and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.
Annual Conference set for May 30 to June 1
The theme and the keynote speaker for the 2024 Michigan Annual Conference have been announced, along with important reminders for lay members.
Mental health is a faith matter
Holland: First UMC is taking bold steps to educate their congregation and make their spaces more inclusive for those challenged by mental illness.
5 tips for sharing the Lenten story with children
Children’s book author Glenys Nellist offers five tips on how to honor the season of Lent in age-appropriate, meaningful ways while still giving it the attention it deserves.
Places where service and camping intersect
Lake Louise will host a spring Volunteer Service Weekend, April 26-28, and two new summer camp options that combine the best parts of a mission trip and a camp week.