Author: James Deaton
Melissa Wagner
From: Central Bay District — Belding and Turk Lake UMCs … To: Central Bay District — Carson City and Maple Rapids UMCs. This half-time appointment begins September 3, 2024.
Rural Life Sunday set for September 8
Rural Life Sunday is set for September 8, and churches can honor our rural heritage by receiving an offering to support rural ministry in the Michigan Conference.
Congregations named as leaders in generosity
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently honored four new Barrett Steward Leaders for their exemplary stewardship ministry and culture of generosity.
The day I met Jesus face-to-face
Retired pastor Gordon Schleicher recalls the transformative relationship he developed with Jesse, a man who lived in a group home near one of his churches.
Youth & Young Adult Resource Roundup, AUG 2024
This fall issue summarizes upcoming events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.
Prentiss begins work as new DS
As superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, Rev. Dean Prentiss is excited about focusing on new opportunities to share Christ’s love and meet present needs.
‘Salute the Dawn’
Retired pastor John E. Harnish wonders how we continue to live abundantly and hold fast to our faith in Christ as age or health problems impact us.
Building a sustainable children’s ministry
It’s back-to-school time, and churches can lean on the new Michigan Conference Children’s Ministry Team for fall ministry support and then prepare to receive an offering for Christian Education Sunday,… Continue Reading Building a sustainable children’s ministry
Volunteer training set for October 26
Get the skills needed to join an UMCOR-certified Early Response Team (ERT) or a Volunteers in Mission (VIM) team. Training for both will be held at Saginaw: First UMC.
Grace and power to respond
Looking back on the past month, Bishop David Bard highlights a few challenging news items and the shared work in Jesus Christ that is now before us.