Author: DeMoss

Mark A. Harriman

From: Central Bay District — Kingston UMC … To: Northern Skies District — Gwinn UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.

Appointments make a Michigan Pentecost

“Recently, the Bishop and Cabinet have become more intentional about addressing the nuances of cross-racial, cross-cultural appointments,” says the Rev. Dr. Jerome DeVine. These Michigan pastors reflect on their experiences.

UMCOR donors help Ukraine’s refugees

As gifts pour in to assist refugees fleeing war in Ukraine, UMCOR has allocated $2 million to services channeled through their partners in the region. Your contributions make a difference.

It’s April. One more, once!

Remembering Count Basie’s jazz tune, Bishop David Bard reflects on the unpredictable April weather and the eternal promise of Easter.

Commission aims to stop GC delays

The Commission on the General Conference has not yet announced exact times and place for the 2024 session. Task forces are looking into strategic logistics.

Anthony J. Tomasino

From: Central Bay District — Carol UMC … To: Heritage District — Hillsdale First UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.

Bryan K. Kilpatrick

From: Northern Waters District — Mancelona/Alba UMCs  … To: Heritage District — Lambertville UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.

Jeremy Africa

From:  Greater Detroit District — Livonia: St. Matthew’s UMC … To: Greater Southwest District — Otsego UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.

Naylo Hopkins

From: Mid-Michigan District — Lansing: Central UMC … To: East Winds District — Flint: Bethel UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.

Julia Yoder Elmore

From: Greater Southwest District — Coldwater UMC   … To: Greater Southwest District — Battle Creek: Chapel Hill UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.