Author: James Deaton
Michigan’s ‘Odd Couple’
Taylorie Bailey and Denny Wissinger, the new Co-Lay Leaders of the Michigan Conference, are ready to equip the laity of the annual conference for ministry and mission.
Living our countercultural witness
Six lay and clergy members of the Michigan Conference share insights on ways to build a culture of kindness as Americans prepare to vote on November 5.
Dare to shift and look for the new
Laity Sunday is October 20, and Ken Dowell encourages churches to celebrate the ministry of laity and watch for the new things God is preparing us for.
Eat the fruit that makes for peace
Rev. Sondra Willobee discusses how the image of the tree of life in the book of Revelation gives insight into helping us navigate difficult situations in a heated election season.
Our churches as embassies of heaven
Rev. Larry Wik explains why his church is a polling place for elections and what benefits he finds in serving as a poll worker.
Grateful for the pastors in our lives
In celebration of Pastor Appreciation Month, Lauren Canary outlines some practical ways we can show pastoral leaders they are valued and cared for.
Conference partnership receives Lilly grant
The Michigan and Rio Texas Conferences will use a $1.25 million Lilly Endowment grant to fund an initiative to help congregations nurture children through worship and prayer.
Ways to support UM hurricane relief
Two powerful hurricanes have devastated the southeastern United States in a short time. Here are ways you can join our United Methodist response to these disasters.
To vote is to affirm our sacred worth
In this op-ed, Rev. John Boley encourages us to vote, as this right directly results from our Christian faith, which affirms the sacred worth of every human being.
Make every church fully accessible
Disability Awareness Sunday is October 20. Receive an offering for vital disability ministries in the Michigan Conference and lean on the Division on Disability Concerns for support.