Category: Faith & Ministry
‘A fantastic time to be United Methodist’
Advocacy Day reinvigorated the faith of lay member David Ascher and jumpstarted South Lyon: First UMC’s involvement in justice advocacy, leading them to host their own community event.
Ways we can honor Dr. King’s legacy
The Michigan Conference outlines three study and learning resources we can utilize to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s fight for equality, justice, and racial reconciliation.
Lifelong faith cohorts begin January 30
Three new lifelong faith cohorts designed for a broad audience begin soon: an online book study on The Anxious Generation, a cohort exploring tools and strategies for adapting to evolving… Continue Reading Lifelong faith cohorts begin January 30
‘Can you just hold my hand?’
Rev. Laurie Koivula, a retired United Methodist pastor, finds joy in volunteering as a foster grandparent to elementary school children and feels it’s an extension of her ministry.
The hope of dreams
In the Epiphany story, God used dreams to warn the magi and the holy family about the dangers of political powers at play. Rev. Jerry Devine invites us to see… Continue Reading The hope of dreams
We can’t keep Jesus in the manger
Reflecting on the phenomenon of Baby Jesus thefts from outdoor nativity scenes, Jennifer Browne challenges us to embrace the liberating joy found in the gift of Jesus, who is always… Continue Reading We can’t keep Jesus in the manger
Living out our promises
Reading the story of Mary and Elizabeth through a new scriptural lens, Laura Witkowski encourages us to reflect on how we prepare the way for Jesus and fulfill our promises… Continue Reading Living out our promises
Take hold of each moment
Denny Wissinger, the Michigan Conference’s Co-Lay Leader, invites us to embrace the season of Advent as an opportunity to be present as expectant people awaiting Christ’s coming.
Youth & Young Adult Resource Roundup, DEC 2024
This winter issue summarizes events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults and their leaders that churches can promote in their publications.
New grant and funding workshops
This winter, the Michigan Conference will host several online workshops and trainings on grant writing and nontraditional funding sources.