Category: Faith & Ministry
Taking the plunge
Faith on the Fly, a new ministry out of Grand Rapids: Trinity UMC, teaches people how to fish and creates faith-filled opportunities to learn new things and bond with others.
Honoring Native American heritage
Here are 8 suggestions for congregations, individuals, and families to celebrate and undergird our indigenous communities in Michigan.
Hourly prayer guide for Election Day
As the nation prepares to vote on Tuesday, November 5, congregations and individuals can use this guide to engage in prayer throughout the day.
The first step is an important step
Rev. Jim Noggle explains how exploring the Simplified Accountable Structure (SAS) can lead a church to have a more healthy and vibrant impact in the mission field.
2024 Advent and Christmas resources
Plan for this holy season using these Michigan Conference resources, and then ensure your church’s online Christmas Eve services are listed correctly in our directory.
Youth & Young Adult Resource Roundup, OCT 2024
This fall issue summarizes events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults and their leaders that churches can promote in their publications.
Dare to shift and look for the new
Laity Sunday is October 20, and Ken Dowell encourages churches to celebrate the ministry of laity and watch for the new things God is preparing us for.
Grateful for the pastors in our lives
In celebration of Pastor Appreciation Month, Lauren Canary outlines some practical ways we can show pastoral leaders they are valued and cared for.
Make every church fully accessible
Disability Awareness Sunday is October 20. Receive an offering for vital disability ministries in the Michigan Conference and lean on the Division on Disability Concerns for support.
Ways kids can celebrate World Communion Sunday
Children’s book author Glenys Nellist offers five ideas for helping children celebrate World Communion Sunday on October 6.