facebook script

Out of the mouths of babes

Children listening during vacation Bible school

Rev. Margie Crawford encourages us to listen to the words of children in how they see the world and describe their faith.

‘Where are you from?’

Tree on a farm

Sondra Willobee believes our answer to “Where are you from?” deepens over time as we consider the family ties and the lands that have shaped us.

‘Listen to your life’

Frederick Buechner

Frederick Buechner’s writings nurtured a whole generation of preachers and writers, including many United Methodists, by his creative and careful use of words in communicating the precious gifts of life.

Why tradition actually means something in faith

Book of Common Prayer

Joseph Yoo digs into his Anglican roots and discovers how ancient prayers and creeds have a powerful effect on the present.

97-year-old pays forward with bird sanctuary

Betty Hinshaw speaks at event.

Betty Hinshaw, a United Methodist, recently donated 25 acres to the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust, which will restore native grasses and improve habitat for grassland-dependent birds.

5 practices to reconnect with God

Hands outstretched in prayer

When you experience dry spiritual spells, try these five practices to reconnect to the Spirit of God.

Finding home

Kayaking on a river.

Where is home? Writer Sondra Willobee has found it in a number of places, including canoeing on the Huron River accompanied by God’s creation.

Following in faithfulness

Geese flying through the air.

As Christians, we’re called to follow Jesus, for he is the primary influencer over our lives empowering us and shaping how we respond to whatever comes our way.

Good to be together

Clergy and laity find renewal and inspiration during the 2022 Michigan Annual Conference.

Attendees reflect on their experiences at this year’s Annual Conference, feeling renewed and inspired as they return home to their places of ministry.

How faith builds your resilience skills

Faith and resilience are partners in the life of the Christian.

Ryan Dunn writes on the relationship between our Christian faith and resilience when facing adversity and stress. RYAN DUNN Rethink Church We all know resilience is a necessity for bouncing… Continue Reading How faith builds your resilience skills

|
The Michigan Conference