Category: Faith & Ministry
Pastoral ponderings on hell
On Good Friday, when Christians around the world remember the tortured death of Jesus on the cross and his sacrifice for humanity, Glenn Wagner ponders the significance of hell for… Continue Reading Pastoral ponderings on hell
Native American Ministries Sunday
Learn how your offerings support Native American ministries in Michigan and beyond, and plan to receive an offering to support this Special Sunday on April 14.
Love is hard work
As we approach Holy Week, Rev. Haley Hansen illuminates the story of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet and asks what it means for us to follow his example.
Grateful for the gift of salvation
Rev. Sean Kidd asks us to pause during this Lenten season and reflect on the incredible gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
Jesus raises us up in love
Rev. YooJin Kim shares examples of how her congregation has become a channel of God’s love and peace as the living body of Christ in her community.
Believe what the Church could be
Rev. Jenaba Waggy continues our series of articles on our newest ordinands by celebrating what the Church can be if we follow the God who calls us into love, justice,… Continue Reading Believe what the Church could be
10 children’s books for Black History Month
Leaders from the Michigan Conference’s Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom School Program suggest every child should read these 10 books to celebrate Black History Month.
Where is God in the fog?
Disturbing events in our day cause us to question God’s presence and purpose, but the imperative to love, as Jesus demonstrated to a blind man, continues to be clear.
Youth and Young Adult Resource Roundup, FEB 2024
Beginning this month, MIconnect will publish a bimonthly summary of upcoming events and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.
5 tips for sharing the Lenten story with children
Children’s book author Glenys Nellist offers five tips on how to honor the season of Lent in age-appropriate, meaningful ways while still giving it the attention it deserves.