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Category: Ministry

Scholarships for pastoral leaders in Michigan

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Thanks to Ministry Shares from local churches, the Ministerial Education Fund helps further the education of pastoral leaders within the Michigan Conference. This article shares important updates and a key… Continue Reading Scholarships for pastoral leaders in Michigan

Apply for pastoral counseling scholarship

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The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan is offering a new endowed scholarship for seminary students and clergy seeking a career or wanting to take a continuing education course in pastoral… Continue Reading Apply for pastoral counseling scholarship

Spring grant and fund development workshops

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This spring, the Michigan Conference will host several online workshops and trainings on grant writing and nontraditional funding sources.

We are human beings, not doings

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In this month’s coaching blog, Kimberlyn Palchak encourages us to think about how we create boundaries that give us the freedom to grow and become all that God has made… Continue Reading We are human beings, not doings

Conference to award innovative ministry grants

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Do you have a new, innovative ministry that needs a financial boost? March 1 is the deadline for Michigan churches, agencies, and UM-affiliated nonprofits to apply for the first round… Continue Reading Conference to award innovative ministry grants

Grief and loss webinar, February 25

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Abundant Health Michigan, a new program within the Michigan Conference, will host a free webinar on ministering through grief and loss for ministry leaders.

Youth and Young Adult Resource Roundup, FEB 2025

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This winter issue summarizes upcoming events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.

Year-end statistics due February 8

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Next Saturday is the deadline for church leaders to submit their annual statistical reports. Read this final reminder from Conference Statistician/Database Manager Pamela Stewart.

Ministry ideas need nurturing to grow

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Three Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation events launch in February. Sign up for all three, and you’ll be eligible for a mini-grant to bring your idea to fruition.

Ways we can honor Dr. King’s legacy

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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.

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