Author: James Deaton
We can do this!
In this op-ed, Rev. Kevin Smalls says voting yes on Ballot #3 will make necessary changes to the United Methodist Constitution and strengthen the church’s commitment to becoming an anti-racist church.
Mini golf outing added for AC
In addition to the 9-hole Golf Scramble on Friday, a miniature golf fundraiser supporting our UM campus ministries will be held on Thursday, May 29, at Pirate’s Cove in Traverse… Continue Reading Mini golf outing added for AC
Ever heard of Euphemia?
Retired pastor John E. Harnish reflects on the long history of Christianity following a recent trip to Croatia, where he visited a church dedicated to an early Christian martyr.
Planting hope in Haiti
The “Gardens of Hope” campaign, which the Michigan Conference Haiti Task Force will bring to the 2025 Annual Conference, hopes to sow seeds of ministry investment for our covenant partners… Continue Reading Planting hope in Haiti
Glimpses of a new vision for shared ministry
Despite financial challenges, United Methodists in Michigan are claiming a new season of ministry that is before them through creativity and renewed mission.
A tribute to Mom
Retired pastor Glenn M. Wagner remembers the exemplary life of his beloved mother-in-law, Margaret Oosting, and a ministry lesson he learned from her funeral.
Suzanne Goodwin
From: Retirement … To: Western Waters District — Frankfort and Elberta UMCs. This half-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Jennifer Jue
From: Heritage District — Jackson: Brookside, Trinity, Calvary UMCs … To: Western Waters District — Fremont and Hesperia UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Yong Choel Woo
From: Heritage District / Central Bay District — Delta Mills UMC and St. John: First UMC (interim pastor for both, from 1/1/25 to 7/1/25) … To: Western Waters District —… Continue Reading Yong Choel Woo
David LaLone
From: Heritage District — Bath and Gunnisonville UMCs … To: Heritage District — Blissfield: First and Petersburg UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.