Author: James Deaton
Journey to justice in the Middle East
The Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East invites you to join them in their advocacy ministry championing the cause of peace with justice for all in the Middle… Continue Reading Journey to justice in the Middle East
Discover common ground and build on it
Rev. Melissa Claxton, the Michigan Conference’s Ecumenical Officer, reflects on the life and legacy of Pope Francis and how he valued the work of building ecumenical and interfaith relationships.
You’ve got talent — use it!
Wendy Clark, Western Waters District Lay Leader, acknowledges imperfections as avenues for God’s grace as we seek to use the gifts and talents God has given each of us.
Anika Kafi Summers
From: Central Bay District — Leaton and Rosebush UMCs … To: Greater Detroit District — Trenton: First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Sam Gordy
From: Greater Southwest District — Delton: Faith UMC … To: Central Bay District — Reed City and Hersey UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Kristi Hintz
From: Northern Skies District — Marquette: Hope UMC … To: Northern Skies District — District Superintendent. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Our ‘woolly mammoth’
When the gift of a disassembled pipe organ became a burden, Clinton UMC found it a new home with a ministry in the Philippines, making room for the church’s expanding… Continue Reading Our ‘woolly mammoth’
Jon Pohl
From: Greater Detroit District — Franklin: Community and Waterford: Trinity UMCs … To: Greater Detroit District — Franklin: Community UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
The case for regionalization
Eligible voting members at the 2025 Michigan Annual Conference will vote on several amendments to the United Methodist Constitution, including a package of legislation focused on worldwide regionalization.
Adopt the mindset of ‘forward thrive’
Rev. Dr. David Bell explores why church leaders get stuck in “reactionary paralysis” and offers an alternative possibility of what it means to be a thriving, resilient leader.