Author: DeMoss

UMs under siege in Ukraine reach out

The year 2019 marked the 130th anniversary of Methodism in Eurasia. There are ten United Methodist church communities in Ukraine right now, doing what they can for neighbors under attack.

Lay Buddies Team assists AC2022 laity

Four Lay Buddies from the Conference Board of Laity are ready to assist new and experienced lay members to AC 2022 both before and during the session that begins June… Continue Reading Lay Buddies Team assists AC2022 laity

Three great gifts of Christian camping

The Rev. David Berkey, Executive Director of Michigan Area United Methodist Camping, talks about the powerful spiritual gifts of camping.

Conference seeks coaches of color

Naomi Garcia announces that in 2022 The Michigan Conference Leadership Council has committed funds to train people of color to be coaches.

Julie A. Greyerbiehl

From: Central Bay District — Mt. Pleasant First UMC … To: Northern Waters District — Petoskey UMC. This full-time appointment begins June 15, 2022.

Questions, anger follow GC delay

United Methodists are responding to the third delay of the General Conference with strong emotions ranging from outrage to relief.

Rising above COVID with hope

Whether pandemic or endemic at this point, after two years, COVID leaves church leaders with challenges and opportunities. The third in a four-part series.

A world connected in Christ’s love

A reminder, from the Rev. Paul Perez and Bishop Edward Khegay, that “Christ can connect people across the deepest divisions imaginable.” Here are ways you can be a peacemaker today.

Chaplains in the COVID trenches

Deacon Christina Wright serves as associate director of the hospital’s spiritual care team. She shares how chaplains have supported healthcare staff during the pandemic. The final of a four-part series.

Wayne McKenney

From: Greater Southwest District — Lawrence and Lawton UMCs … To: Midwest District — Mecosta New Hope UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2022.